
Tennessee Basketball Sets Up Pre‑Season Clash with Duke
The Volunteers will meet the Blue Devils on Oct. 20 at Cameron Indoor Stadium, marking the second straight year the teams meet in a preseason exhibition.
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The Volunteers will meet the Blue Devils on Oct. 20 at Cameron Indoor Stadium, marking the second straight year the teams meet in a preseason exhibition.

The 27th annual KIL Girls Soccer Jamboree at West High School brought together coaches and players to preview the upcoming season, spotlighting commitments, injuries and championship aspirations.
The Alabama Crimson Tide navigated a mixed 2026 season, secured a playoff berth, and now faces a revamped schedule and quarterback questions as they chase another national title.

Analysts forecast a strong 2026 season for the Aggies, who finished 11‑2 last year and made the College Football Playoff. The schedule features key matchups against LSU, Alabama, Oklahoma and a final showdown with the Longhorns that could shape the SEC championship and playoff picture.
The Southeastern Conference released the complete 2027 schedule for Missouri basketball, outlining 18 conference games, a series of home and away contests, and a five‑game neutral‑site nonconference slate.

The Southeastern Conference released the full conference slate for Auburn’s upcoming men’s basketball season, highlighting early road tests, a stretch of home games and a March showdown with Alabama.
From Alex Golesh’s return to Auburn to Arch Manning’s highly anticipated visit, the upcoming schedule pits Tennessee against a roster of familiar faces and fresh threats.
The Knox News Elite Eight showcases the region’s most coveted football recruits, from defensive standouts to dynamic playmakers, as they commit to leading universities across the nation.

A look at the most electrifying receiver tandems set to dominate the upcoming college football landscape.

UConn’s newly appointed football coach Jason Candle threw a ceremonial first pitch at a Boston Red Sox game, linking his career to the region while the team prepares for a pivotal 2026 campaign.
A look at the top returning high school football athletes in the Knoxville area and their standout performances heading into the 2026 season

Auburn and Florida, once pillars of SEC football, are embarking on rebuilding projects led by Alex Golesh and Jon Sumrall, hoping to reclaim their former glory.

The Crimson Tide revealed an 18‑game slate that blends home‑court advantage with challenging road trips, while also detailing roster moves ahead of the new season.

A look at seven emerging college football quarterbacks, their rankings and the storylines that could shape the upcoming season.

A transfer outfielder with a .367 batting average and 19 stolen bases is set to bolster Tennessee's outfield after committing to the Volunteers.

The Toronto Blue Jays selected left‑handed pitcher Jake McCoy in the 18th round of the 2026 MLB Draft. The Tennessee transfer missed his junior season due to Tommy John surgery but brings an upper‑90s fastball and a strong strike‑out record to a Volunteers rotation that will soon welcome five portal pitchers.

The Cape Cod Baseball League continues to serve as a launchpad for the next generation of MLB stars, with a deep pool of college standouts poised for the 2026 draft.

The opening pick belongs to the Chicago White Sox, but the ripple effects of a talent‑rich draft will shape the early selections of the Rays, Twins, Giants and many others.

Louisville welcomes former Tennessee assistant Roman Tubner to its women's basketball staff, joining a group of recent hires that includes Joanna Bernabei‑McNamee, Mike Bradbury and Gina Cerezuela, as the program seeks to strengthen its competitive edge.

With a strong junior season and top prospect rankings, Arkansas baseball is on the cusp of extending a rare draft achievement that has only been matched by a handful of college programs.

After Will Wade’s turbulent exit, Justin Gainey arrives with a defensive pedigree that could reshape the Wolfpack’s fortunes.

A recent ESPN Football Power Index analysis outlines the leading contenders for the 2026 title, highlighting Ohio State's top position and the shifting landscape shaped by transfers and coaching moves.
The Spartans will open the 2026‑27 preseason with a home‑and‑home series against Marquette, then travel to face Duke, Arkansas, Gonzaga, UConn and Tennessee, while key players Jeremy Fears Jr. and Anton Bonke look to build on a 27‑8 season.
Garrett Wright, a former Jackson High School star, is expected to be selected in the 2026 MLB Draft after leading the University of Tennessee in batting average and OPS while overcoming injuries. His family support and coaching guidance have been pivotal in his rise.