Owen Ayers Leads Smokies to First‑Half Crown
From a junior‑college roots to a .451 average and a looming call‑up, Owen Ayers is reshaping the narrative of the Smokies’ rise.
Jul 7, 2026
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SEC Baseball Transfer Portal Shifts Landscape as LSU and South Carolina Lead
The SEC transfer portal closed with a record number of moves, as LSU secured the top class and South Carolina climbed to No. 3, while Texas remained absent from the rankings
Jul 6, 2026
Sam Leavitt’s Return to Lead LSU’s 2026 Football Ambitions
Ranked No. 25 by CFB HQ, Sam Leavitt returns from a Lisfranc injury to lead LSU’s revamped offense, backed by a strong supporting cast and a season‑opening showdown with Clemson.
Jul 2, 2026
Duke and Louisville Vie for ACC Dominance in 2026‑27 Basketball Season
Duke enters the season with a deep returning core and a highly touted recruiting class, while Louisville leans on a transfer‑laden lineup. Both programs aim to translate their early‑season promise into national contention.
Jul 2, 2026
Coaching Changes and Transfer Rules Set the Stage for 2026 TSSAA Football Season
The end of the TSSAA dead period, high‑profile coaching moves and a new transfer law are reshaping the outlook for teams across the Knoxville region.
Jul 1, 2026
The 2026 Schedule Looms Large for Lane Kiffin
Lane Kiffin's debut season at LSU is marked by a challenging schedule that pits the Tigers against traditional powerhouses and early road tests, raising the stakes for his offensive overhaul.
Jun 30, 2026
Hall of Fame Honors Parker, Delle Donne and a Generation of Pioneers
The recent induction ceremony in Knoxville highlighted the achievements of Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne and other legends, underscoring the sport’s expanding legacy.
Jun 29, 2026
Penn State’s Active Week: Recruiting Wins, Hospital Visit, and Apparel Shift
Penn State's football program highlighted a whirlwind week marked by high‑profile recruiting pledges, a heartfelt hospital visit, and the upcoming transition to adidas, while also confronting missed opportunities and NCAA eligibility nuances.
Jun 28, 2026
Hall of Fame Inductees Celebrate Legendary Careers in Women’s Basketball
The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame in Knoxville welcomes a distinguished class that includes Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Amaya Valdemoro, Isabelle Fijalkowski, coaches Cheryl Reeve and Kim Muhl, analyst Doris Burke, and the late Barbara Kennedy‑Dixon.
Jun 27, 2026
Hall of Fame Induction Celebrates Legendary Women’s Basketball Pioneers
The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony in Knoxville will recognize a distinguished class that includes Olympic champion Candace Parker, three‑time WNBA MVP Elena Delle Donne, and influential coaches and administrators who have shaped the sport.
Jun 27, 2026
Candace Parker to be Inducted into Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame
Candace Parker, celebrated for her collegiate dominance and WNBA success, will be honored at the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony in Knoxville on Saturday.
Jun 27, 2026
Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Highlights Kentucky‑Connected Football Legends
The 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class honors five players linked to Kentucky, showcasing careers that spanned multiple decades, Super Bowl triumphs, and lasting impacts on and off the field.
Jun 27, 2026
Transfer Star Chaz Coleman Medically Disqualified from Tennessee Football Program
Four-star recruit Chaz Coleman, once hailed for his explosive pass‑rush ability, has been medically disqualified from the Tennessee Volunteers after a prolonged absence marked by personal issues and lingering concussion symptoms.
Jun 26, 2026
Mississippi State Basketball Preps for a Demanding Season
Mississippi State’s men’s basketball program is back on the practice courts, gearing up for a season that could finally restore its presence in the NCAA Tournament after a missed postseason last year.
Jun 25, 2026
Jeremaine Copeland to be Inducted into Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame
The hall will honor former Volunteer star Jeremaine Copeland on June 25, recognizing his on‑field achievements and his journey from Knoxville to international acclaim.
Jun 25, 2026
Vitor Robazza Earns 2026 PrepXtra Boys Soccer Player of the Year Honors
Vitor Robazza of Grace Christian was named the 2026 PrepXtra Boys Soccer Player of the Year after leading the area with 35 goals and 25 assists, helping his team capture a second straight state title.
Jun 24, 2026
Nate Ament Poised for NBA Draft Lottery as Jazzy Davidson Eyes Second College Season
Nate Ament’s freshman stats and lottery projection coincide with Jazzy Davidson’s return to USC, where she aims to build on a decorated freshman year.
Jun 24, 2026
Nate Ament’s Draft Journey Highlights Tennessee’s NBA Pipeline
Freshman forward Nate Ament was selected 13th overall by the Miami Heat and immediately traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, cementing Tennessee’s longest-running streak of NBA draft picks and setting new program records.
Jun 24, 2026
Auburn’s New Coach Alex Golesh Eyes SEC Resurgence
Auburn's head coach Alex Golesh aims to restore the program's former glory, drawing on his success at South Florida and a challenging slate of SEC matchups.
Jun 23, 2026
Tennessee Basketball Announces 2026‑27 Home Schedule with Top SEC Opponents
The University of Tennessee has released its upcoming men’s basketball schedule, highlighting home games against the SEC’s elite and a series of high‑profile non‑conference contests.
Jun 23, 2026
Alabama Crimson Tide’s Make-or-Break Third Season Under Kalen DeBoer
With an 11‑4 record in his second year, head coach Kalen DeBoer faces a pivotal third season that could define his tenure at Alabama.
Jun 22, 2026
Tennessee Baseball Boasts 12 Top Draft Prospects Ahead of 2026 MLB Draft
Baseball America’s latest Top 500 draft prospect list showcases a wealth of talent from the University of Tennessee’s 2026 class, with multiple players ranked among the nation’s best.
Jun 21, 2026
Lehrman’s Masterful Outing Powers Newton to 1-0 Victory Over Knoxville
Carter Lehrman’s dominant pitching and a hot offense propel Newton to a 1‑0 win over Knoxville, extending a four‑game winning streak.
Jun 21, 2026
Virginia and Vanderbilt Announce Future Two‑Game Football Series
The Cavaliers will travel to Nashville in 2028, and the Commodores will return the visit in 2031, completing a pair of games that highlight recent successes and a broader realignment of out‑of‑conference plans.
Jun 20, 2026