A healthier lineup ahead of the 2025‑26 campaign
Coach Amorrow Morgan has been vocal about the progress his team is making as they navigate a series of preseason setbacks. The Volunteers are working to bring back three key transfers who missed significant time due to injuries, and each is edging closer to full participation.
Tyler Lundblade, a Belmont University graduate who transferred to Tennessee, has been sidelined since summer practices with a back injury. Morgan described the guard as “very close” to being healthy, noting that Lundblade’s shooting efficiency — 43 percent from the field and 40.6 percent from three‑point range last season — makes him a valuable asset once he returns to the court.
Troy Henderson, a returning guard, underwent shoulder surgery after a season‑ending injury. The coach indicated that Henderson is “nearly back” and will soon rejoin full practice, bringing depth to the backcourt after a year in which he posted modest numbers of 1.8 points and 0.4 rebounds but contributed with a 32.1 percent field‑goal rate.
Christian Fermin, a VCU transfer forward, fractured his left hand during summer workouts, forcing him to miss the remainder of the preseason. Despite the injury, Fermin has added roughly 12 to 13 pounds over the summer, improving his physical conditioning and positioning him as a rebounding leader. His recent stats show a rebound average of 2.5 per game, and his shooting efficiency sits at 54.4 percent from the field.
The combined health of Lundblade, Henderson and Fermin is expected to bolster Tennessee’s frontcourt and backcourt alike. With each player projected to contribute significantly, the Volunteers aim to translate their improved depth into a competitive edge in the upcoming 2025‑26 season.