Tommy Ahneman Stays with Notre Dame Amid Roster Upheaval
After a season‑ending knee injury sidelined him as a freshman, Tommy Ahneman could have entered the portal, but he chose to stay, citing loyalty to the program and belief in its future.
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After a season‑ending knee injury sidelined him as a freshman, Tommy Ahneman could have entered the portal, but he chose to stay, citing loyalty to the program and belief in its future.

The Atlantic Coast Conference is evaluating the future of Notre Dame after a series of financial disputes and on‑court challenges that have intensified scrutiny on the program's sustainability.
The Volunteers are bolstering their lineup with key transfers, including Jalen Washington, and adding sharpshooters like Tyler Lundblade, sparking hopes of a historic Final Four run.
The Volunteers welcome three new frontcourt pieces — Christian Fermin, Manny Green and Braedan Lue — to complement Jalen Washington and push the team toward another Elite Eight push.

The addition of Vanderbilt’s Jalen Washington, confirmed starters Terrence Hill Jr and Juke Harris, and health questions surrounding Tyler Lundblade create a pivotal conversation about the Volunteers’ starting five.

The Volunteers welcome nine new transfer portal athletes, including high‑scoring guard Juke Harris and versatile forward Jalen Washington. Early predictions highlight Harris atop the scoring chart, while clutch guard Dai Dai Ames and breakout DeWayne Brown add depth. With strong defensive talent and a favorable early schedule, Tennessee is positioned for a deep SEC run.

The Vols will open with a home matchup against Xavier on Oct. 15, travel to face Duke two days later, and later test themselves against a top‑10 Michigan State team before heading to the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas. A demanding road trip to Purdue in December caps a non‑conference slate that also includes contests with Florida State, NC State and a host of transfers aimed at reshaping the roster.

The Volunteers will open their preseason with a home game against Xavier on October 15, followed by a contest against Duke on October 20, as they fine‑tune a roster featuring several high‑profile transfers before their regular‑season debut against Wofford on November 3.
Tennessee Volunteers secure Jalen Washington via the transfer portal, adding frontcourt depth and experience after a challenging Elite Eight loss.

Juke Harris chose Tennessee over several power programs, highlighting defensive progress, team chemistry and the Volunteers’ fast‑paced approach under head coach Rick Barnes.

Jalen Washington’s commitment adds size and experience to Tennessee’s 2026‑27 basketball squad, part of a sweeping transfer‑portal strategy that includes nine incoming players and four fresh recruiting signees.

The Volunteers wrapped up summer practices, showcasing new guard talent, emerging frontcourt pieces, and vocal leadership from returning stalwarts.

On Oct. 20, the Volunteers will travel to Durham to meet the Blue Devils in a preseason exhibition that promises another tight contest, while both teams navigate ambitious road tests and major roster changes.

The Volunteers held an open practice at Pratt Pavilion, featuring standout performances from Dai Dai Ames, Terrence Hill Jr., and transfer Jalen Haralson, while new coach Earl Grant set an energetic tone.

In his first press conference in Knoxville, the former VCU standout outlined his role, the team’s dynamics, and his message to the next generation.

On3’s latest verified NIL valuations show a stark contrast across SEC programs, with Miami leading the pack while Alabama remains cautious about player valuations despite fan concerns.

A look at the Vols’ 2026‑27 roster, the national rankings they’ve earned, and what a 5‑seed could mean for their tournament path.

The Volunteers open the season ranked third in the preseason SEC poll, riding the momentum of three straight Elite Eight appearances and a revamped roster.

After a injury‑marred summer, Fermin is on track to be fully healthy for the upcoming season, while Tennessee adds a wave of new talent under coach Rick Barnes.

Tennessee will open its season at home against Michigan State on Nov. 17, a rematch of the 2010 Elite Eight that adds another chapter to a series that favors the Spartans.

The Volunteers will host the Spartans on November 17 in a much-anticipated matchup that pits Tennessee's rising talent against Michigan State's seasoned roster.

The University of Tennessee adds eight transfers, including three highly ranked players, ahead of a challenging schedule that features matchups against top‑ranked opponents.

Troy Henderson is set to return to the Tennessee Volunteers after a swift recovery from shoulder surgery, bolstering the team's guard options for the next campaign.

Tennessee guard Juke Harris discusses his defensive breakthroughs, the team's rising chemistry, and the influence of coach Rick Barnes as the Volunteers prepare for a challenging schedule.