Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball Set for High‑Profile Non‑Conference Showdown with Iowa
The Commodores and Hawkeyes will meet on Nov. 15 at the Tyson Events Center, featuring star players and high preseason expectations.
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The Commodores and Hawkeyes will meet on Nov. 15 at the Tyson Events Center, featuring star players and high preseason expectations.
The Iowa Hawkeyes will host Vanderbilt in Sioux City on Nov. 15, with tickets going on sale June 5. Both programs arrive with recent historic achievements.
Iowa’s women’s basketball team has mapped out a high‑stakes non‑conference slate that includes games against Vanderbilt in Sioux City, a showdown with UConn, and a series of transfers from Georgia that could reshape the roster.
The FireKeepers Casino 400 will take place at Michigan International Speedway on June 7, with a deep driver lineup, ticket prices starting at $78 and a live broadcast on Amazon Prime.

Vanderbilt's 2027 class reaches No. 41 in the national rankings, featuring eight commitments from top prospects across multiple states.

Denny Hamlin took victory at Nashville, moving him 97 points behind Tyler Reddick, while Austin Cindric re‑entered the top 16 and Ryan Preece's DNF reshaped the standings.
Denny Hamlin won the Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway after starting on pole but being sent to the back due to a jump start. He fought through twelve caution flags, strategic fuel battles and a fierce duel with teammates to secure his second points‑paying win of the season. The race sets the stage for an upcoming showdown at Michigan International Speedway on June 7.

Tyler Reddick started on pole after qualifying was canceled due to rain, and a delayed Cracker Barrel 400 produced a chaotic, lead‑changing race that reshaped the NASCAR playoff standings.
Vanderbilt's men's basketball coach Mark Byington expressed relief that point guard Tyler Tanner has decided to return for his junior season, while also sharing his passion for NASCAR and expectations for Tanner's future in the league.
A sudden shower forced NASCAR to postpone the Cracker Barrel 400, pushing back the scheduled 6:20 p.m. Central start and leaving Denny Hamlin on pole for the rescheduled race.

NASCAR star Kyle Busch, who died at 41, is remembered for his racing achievements and his outspoken Christian faith.
The Cracker Barrel 400 will take place on Sunday, May 31 at Nashville Superspeedway, featuring tributes to Kyle Busch, a pole‑position start by Denny Hamlin, and a unique streaming arrangement on Amazon Prime Video and HBO Max.

USA TODAY Sports is spotlighting Tennessee’s greatest high school baseball players, inviting fans to vote for the best as the poll remains open through April and May.
Fresh from his Sports Illustrated Resorts 250 triumph, Justin Allgaier is swapping his helmet for a swim cap as he prepares for the Music City Triathlon

Cleetus McFarland's race at Nashville Superspeedway was marred by spins, penalties and a damaged splitter, leaving him 35th and six laps down. He now looks to translate those lessons into a stronger performance at Michigan International Speedway on June 6.

Kris Wright battled a loose condition early in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series event at Nashville Superspeedway, fell a lap down, but managed to keep the truck clean and finish 23rd after a rain‑delayed start.

Rain forced the cancellation of NASCAR qualifying at Nashville Superspeedway, setting Jesse Love on pole for the Sports Illustrated Resorts 250. The starting lineup will be determined by the rulebook, with Chevrolet leading a grid dominated by its own entries.

The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series returns to Nashville Superspeedway with a revamped qualifying format, 38 drivers set to compete, and a new broadcast partnership that marks the start of the season’s second half.

After a season of impressive performances in the Truck and Xfinity Series, Corey Heim will drive the No. 35 for 23XI Racing in 2027, a move championed by Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan.

A sudden downpour forced a pause in the Charbroil 300 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, but the race resumed to crown Ross Chastain as winner, with Connor Zilisch taking Stage 1 and The CW retaining a sizable audience.

NASCAR legend Kyle Busch, who died at 41 from bacterial pneumonia and sepsis, is remembered not only for his record‑setting racing career but also for his outspoken Christian faith, which guided his family life and public statements.

Standing at 6‑foot‑3 and 302 pounds, Drake Carlson is preparing for a make-or-break season with the Purdue Boilermakers.

From Nashville roots to West Lafayette, Drake Carlson balances athletic promise with academic excellence, aiming to secure a defensive line role in 2026.
Practice begins at 2:30 p.m. CT, qualifying at 4:40 p.m. ET, and the race will be streamed on Amazon Prime Video, SiriusXM and NASCAR.com.