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The Lady Vols will enter their third season under Kim Caldwell with a 16‑game SEC slate, new transfers and two freshmen, while facing a mix of home and road challenges across the Southeast.
Tennessee will play 16 conference games, host a mix of traditional rivals and welcome a group of new players, including freshmen Gabby Minus and Irene Oboavwoduo, as the program looks to build on recent momentum.
A look at Tennessee's athletic programs as they prepare for the upcoming season, highlighting key players, coaching changes, and the role of the transfer portal
The Vols' softball team returns a championship‑ready lineup, while basketball, football and baseball each face distinct hurdles that could shape their 2026‑27 campaigns.
A look at Tennessee's 2026‑27 sports rankings, highlighting softball's championship pedigree, basketball's resurgence, and the quarterback puzzle facing football.
The Lady Vols enter the 2026‑27 campaign with a completely new roster, 13 transfers, a freshman signing class and third‑year head coach Kim Caldwell at the helm.
The Lady Vols basketball team has reshaped its lineup for the 2026‑27 campaign, adding 13 transfers and a 2026 signing class. Below is a look at the players, their backgrounds, and the coaching staff driving the transformation.
The University of Tennessee women's basketball team will field a brand‑new lineup next season, featuring 13 transfer players and a freshman wing, as the program rebuilds after losing all eight returning athletes.
A transfer forward from Maryland, Kaylene Smikle is projected as the No. 16 prospect for the 2027 WNBA Draft, bringing a blend of collegiate success and professional potential to the Lady Vols.
The latest wave of player movements sees powerhouse programs bolstering their lineups while rebuilding teams seek fresh talent, setting the stage for a competitive season ahead.
Coach Kim Caldwell assembled a 13‑player transfer class in just over three weeks, adding key scorers, defenders and shooters to address last season’s weaknesses.
From Oklahoma State to Florida, the latest wave of transfers brings a mix of seasoned veterans and emerging stars set to influence the upcoming campaign.
The Lady Vols have added 13 transfers and two freshmen, a class that USA TODAY ranks ninth in the nation and second in the SEC, featuring standout players like Kaylene Smikle, Naomi White, Fatmata Janneh and Kennedy Fauntleroy.