Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:11 AM EDT2013-05-15 13:11:07 GMT
Tennessee officials said they fired Jenny Wright as director of the school's office of student judicial affairs for refusing to cooperate with a university investigation.more>>
Tennessee officials said they fired Jenny Wright as director of the school's office of student judicial affairs for refusing to cooperate with a university investigation into whether she had inappropriate relationships with student-athletes.more>>
Wednesday, May 8 2013 2:09 PM EDT2013-05-08 18:09:56 GMT
Tennessee coach Cuonzo Martin doesn't believe the expectations for his team should change even after the transfer of Trae Golden, which leaves the Volunteers without a lot of experience at point guard.more>>
Tennessee coach Cuonzo Martin doesn't believe the expectations for his team should change even after the transfer of Trae Golden, which leaves the Volunteers without a lot of experience at point guard.more>>
Tennessee officials are citing unsatisfactory job performance as their reason for firing Lady Vols associate strength coach Heather Mason, who sued the university last fall.more>>
Tennessee officials are citing unsatisfactory job performance as their reason for firing Lady Vols associate strength coach Heather Mason, who sued the university last fall.more>>
Wednesday, April 24 2013 9:41 AM EDT2013-04-24 13:41:22 GMT
The University of Tennessee has hired Bob Welton as director of player personnel after he spent the past nine years as a scout with the NFL's Cleveland Browns.more>>
The University of Tennessee has hired Bob Welton as director of player personnel after he spent the past nine years as a scout with the NFL's Cleveland Browns.more>>
Tuesday, April 23 2013 7:22 AM EDT2013-04-23 11:22:41 GMT
The story of Pat Summitt's life debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival. The Hall of Fame coach, who has early onset dementia, was part of the audience watching a screening of a documentary about her career called "Pat XO."more>>
The story of Pat Summitt's life debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival. The Hall of Fame coach, who has early onset dementia, was part of the audience watching a screening of a documentary about her career called "Pat XO."more>>
Alden Hill rushed for 101 yards on 18 carries Saturday as defense dominated an Orange & White Game that featured a crowd of 61,076, the second-highest total ever for a Tennessee spring game.more>>
Alden Hill rushed for 101 yards on 18 carries Saturday as defense dominated an Orange & White Game that featured a crowd of 61,076, the second-highest total ever for a Tennessee spring game.more>>
Friday, April 19 2013 2:48 PM EDT2013-04-19 18:48:26 GMT
The format of Tennessee's Orange & White Game reflects the depth problems facing the Volunteers as they attempt to re-establish themselves as Southeastern Conference contenders.more>>
The format of Tennessee's Orange & White Game reflects the depth problems facing the Volunteers as they attempt to re-establish themselves as Southeastern Conference contenders.more>>
Thursday, April 18 2013 2:54 PM EDT2013-04-18 18:54:50 GMT
Tennessee coach Butch Jones believes the use of some unusual sound effects this spring can help the Volunteers make a little more noise this fall.more>>
Tennessee coach Butch Jones believes the use of some unusual sound effects this spring can help the Volunteers make a little more noise this fall.more>>
Friday, April 12 2013 2:49 PM EDT2013-04-12 18:49:23 GMT
Peyton Manning is back at his alma mater this week endorsing new Tennessee coach Butch Jones and preaching patience from the Volunteers' fan base.more>>
Peyton Manning is back at his alma mater this week endorsing new Tennessee coach Butch Jones and preaching patience from the Volunteers' fan base.more>>
Friday, April 12 2013 2:45 PM EDT2013-04-12 18:45:32 GMT
Tennessee is running out of healthy receivers. Paul Harris, Vincent Dallas and Jacob Carter haven't practiced this week because of various minor injuries.more>>
Tennessee is running out of healthy receivers. Paul Harris, Vincent Dallas and Jacob Carter haven't practiced this week because of various minor injuries.more>>
Tuesday, April 9 2013 2:46 PM EDT2013-04-09 18:46:24 GMT
After producing one of the most unusual statistical accomplishments in recent college football history last year, Tennessee linebacker A.J. Johnson doesn't expect to get a chance to repeat the feat.more>>
After producing one of the most unusual statistical accomplishments in recent college football history last year, Tennessee linebacker A.J. Johnson doesn't expect to get a chance to repeat the feat.more>>
Tuesday, April 2 2013 11:33 PM EDT2013-04-03 03:33:43 GMT
Louisville claimed another big upset Tuesday night, beating second-seeded Tennessee 86-78 and earning the school's second trip to the Final Four.more>>
Louisville claimed another big upset Tuesday night, beating second-seeded Tennessee 86-78 and earning the school's second trip to the Final Four.more>>
Kamiko Williams scored 15 points, Cierre Burdick had 13 and second-seeded Tennessee routed Oklahoma 74-59 in the regional semifinals of the NCAA women's tournament on Sunday.more>>
Kamiko Williams scored 15 points, Cierre Burdick had 13 and second-seeded Tennessee routed Oklahoma 74-59 in the regional semifinals of the NCAA women's tournament on Sunday.more>>
Wednesday, March 27 2013 9:49 AM EDT2013-03-27 13:49:08 GMT
Tennessee's offensive linemen don't bother to downplay their expectations. They know they have as much experience as just about any line in college football, and say they can be as good as any line in the nation.more>>
Tennessee's offensive linemen don't bother to downplay their expectations. They know they have as much experience as just about any line in college football, and say they can be as good as any line in the nation.more>>
Kamiko Williams scored 15 points and Tennessee pulled away in the second half to beat Creighton 68-52 on Monday night, advancing to the Oklahoma Regional semifinals of the NCAA tournament.more>>
Kamiko Williams scored 15 points and Tennessee pulled away in the second half to beat Creighton 68-52 on Monday night, advancing to the Oklahoma Regional semifinals of the NCAA tournament.more>>
Tuesday, March 19 2013 10:17 AM EDT2013-03-19 14:17:39 GMT
Tennessee will need to produce at least one more surprise in order to earn the program's first Final Four appearance since its 2008 national championship.more>>
Tennessee will need to produce at least one more surprise in order to earn the program's first Final Four appearance since its 2008 national championship.more>>
Friday, March 15 2013 5:58 PM EDT2013-03-15 21:58:47 GMT
No. 4 seed Alabama defeated No. 5 seed Tennessee 58-48 in a Southeastern Conference tournament quarterfinal between two teams seeking to improve their postseason credentials.more>>
No. 4 seed Alabama defeated No. 5 seed Tennessee 58-48 in a Southeastern Conference tournament quarterfinal between two teams seeking to improve their postseason credentials.more>>
Friday, March 15 2013 2:38 PM EDT2013-03-15 18:38:40 GMT
Tennessee safety Brian Randolph said he sometimes worried last year that he never would completely recover from the torn anterior cruciate ligament that ended his 2012 season prematurely.more>>
Tennessee safety Brian Randolph said he sometimes worried last year that he never would completely recover from the torn anterior cruciate ligament that ended his 2012 season prematurely.more>>
Wednesday, March 13 2013 8:43 AM EDT2013-03-13 12:43:00 GMT
Almost every team in the Southeastern Conference has at least some hope of taking home the tournament championship after a wild season in this league.more>>
Almost every team in the Southeastern Conference has at least some hope of taking home the tournament championship after a wild season in this league.more>>
Tuesday, March 12 2013 2:43 PM EDT2013-03-12 18:43:07 GMT
Tennessee's football players are getting extra homework this spring that doesn't involve studying the playbook or adapting to the Volunteers' new 4-3 defense.more>>
Tennessee's football players are getting extra homework this spring that doesn't involve studying the playbook or adapting to the Volunteers' new 4-3 defense.more>>
Tuesday, March 12 2013 2:24 PM EDT2013-03-12 18:24:56 GMT
Tennessee guard Jordan McRae's transformation into 1 of the Southeastern Conference's premier performers is as remarkable as his team's late-season emergence as an NCAA tournament contender.more>>
Tennessee guard Jordan McRae's transformation into 1 of the Southeastern Conference's premier performers is as remarkable as his team's late-season emergence as an NCAA tournament contender.more>>
Jordan McRae scored 15 points and Jarnell Stokes recorded a double-double Saturday as Tennessee rallied from an 8-point, second-half deficit to beat Missouri 64-62 and boost its NCAA tournament hopes.more>>
Jordan McRae scored 15 points and Jarnell Stokes recorded a double-double Saturday as Tennessee rallied from an 8-point, second-half deficit to beat Missouri 64-62 and boost its NCAA tournament hopes.more>>
Posted: Mar 08, 2013 2:27 PM CST2013-03-11 12:18:04 GMT
Tennessee coach Butch Jones believes his method of "controlled chaos" can help the Volunteers start wreaking havoc in the Southeastern Conference again.more>>
Tennessee coach Butch Jones believes his method of "controlled chaos" can help the Volunteers start wreaking havoc in the Southeastern Conference again.more>>
Tennessee forward Jarnell Stokes is taking drastic measures to make sure he avoids repeating his disastrous free-throw performance in the Volunteers' last game.more>>
Tennessee forward Jarnell Stokes is taking drastic measures to make sure he avoids repeating his disastrous free-throw performance in the Volunteers' last game.more>>
Tennessee's Holly Warlick is the SEC coach of the year after replacing Pat Summitt and leading the Lady Vols to a league regular-season title in her inaugural season, league officials announced Tuesday.more>>
Tennessee's Holly Warlick is the Southeastern Conference coach of the year after replacing Pat Summitt and leading the Lady Vols to a league regular-season title in her inaugural season, league officials announced Tuesday.more>>
Tennessee coach Cuonzo Martin believes the end of a six-game winning streak hasn't slowed the Volunteers' momentum in their drive toward an NCAA tournament bid.more>>
Tennessee coach Cuonzo Martin believes the end of a six-game winning streak hasn't slowed the Volunteers' momentum in their drive toward an NCAA tournament bid.more>>
Pat Summitt has trouble remembering records, scores and statistics from her 38-year career, but the former Tennessee women's basketball coach says she still recalls all her former players.more>>
Pat Summitt has trouble remembering records, scores and statistics from her 38-year career, but the former Tennessee women's basketball coach says she still recalls all her former players.more>>
Thursday, February 28 2013 11:15 PM EST2013-03-01 04:15:01 GMT
Former Tennessee assistant strength and conditioning coach Troy Wills faces burglary and vandalism charges after police say he broke into an office at Thompson-Boling Arena and stole $4,150.more>>
Former Tennessee assistant strength and conditioning coach Troy Wills faces burglary and vandalism charges after police say he broke into an office at Thompson-Boling Arena and stole $4,150.more>>
Thursday, February 28 2013 4:19 PM EST2013-02-28 21:19:28 GMT
Tennessee coach Butch Jones believes he knows what it takes to revitalize a program that has fallen upon hard times, even though he didn't face that challenge at either of his two previous stops.more>>
Tennessee coach Butch Jones believes he knows what it takes to revitalize a program that has fallen upon hard times, even though he didn't face that challenge at either of his two previous stops.more>>
Thursday, February 28 2013 2:48 PM EST2013-02-28 19:48:23 GMT
Tennessee is retiring the jerseys of former softball player Monica Abbott, men's basketball player Dale Ellis and women's basketball player Candace Parker.more>>
Tennessee is retiring the jerseys of former softball player Monica Abbott, men's basketball player Dale Ellis and women's basketball player Candace Parker.more>>
Jordan McRae scored 27 points and Tennessee boosted its NCAA tournament hopes by beating No. 8 Florida 64-58 on Tuesday night, the Volunteers' sixth consecutive victory. more>>
Jordan McRae scored 27 points and Tennessee boosted its NCAA tournament hopes by beating No. 8 Florida 64-58 on Tuesday night, the Volunteers' sixth consecutive victory.more>>
Monday, February 25 2013 5:43 PM EST2013-02-25 22:43:02 GMT
Tennessee has its biggest game of the season just three days after winning the longest marathon in school history, but the Volunteers believe fatigue won't hinder them Tuesday against No. 8 Florida.more>>
Tennessee has its biggest game of the season just three days after winning the longest marathon in school history, but the Volunteers believe fatigue won't hinder them Tuesday against No. 8 Florida.more>>
Monday, February 25 2013 2:36 PM EST2013-02-25 19:36:17 GMT
Jay Graham is leaving Tennessee's football staff. Tennessee coach Butch Jones announced on Twitter Monday that Graham "has informed us of his decision to accept a position at another institution."more>>
Jay Graham is leaving Tennessee's football staff. Tennessee coach Butch Jones announced on Twitter Monday that Graham "has informed us of his decision to accept a position at another institution."more>>
Jordan McRae scored a career-high 34 points and led Tennessee's torrid 3-point attack Tuesday night as the Volunteers defeated LSU 82-72 for their fourth consecutive victory.more>>
Jordan McRae scored a career-high 34 points and led Tennessee's torrid 3-point attack Tuesday night as the Volunteers defeated LSU 82-72 for their fourth consecutive victory.more>>
Monday, February 18 2013 5:49 PM EST2013-02-18 22:49:25 GMT
The University of Tennessee men's basketball team believes it's on the verge of producing a second consecutive late-season surge after their lopsided victory over traditional powerhouse Kentucky.more>>
The University of Tennessee men's basketball team believes it's on the verge of producing a second consecutive late-season surge after their lopsided victory over traditional powerhouse Kentucky.more>>
Meighan Simmons scored 17 points and was 1 of 5 Tennessee players to reach double figures Sunday as the 12th-ranked Lady Volunteers defeated Vanderbilt 83-64 to clinch their 37th consecutive 20-win season.more>>
Meighan Simmons scored 17 points and was 1 of 5 Tennessee players to reach double figures Sunday as the 12th-ranked Lady Volunteers defeated Vanderbilt 83-64 to clinch their 37th consecutive 20-win season.more>>
Trae Golden scored 24 points and had eight assists without a turnover Saturday as Tennessee rolled to an 88-58 victory over Kentucky, giving the Volunteers their most lopsided win in the 216-game history of this series.more>>
Trae Golden scored 24 points and had eight assists without a turnover Saturday as Tennessee rolled to an 88-58 victory over Kentucky, giving the Volunteers their most lopsided win in the 216-game history of this series.more>>
Wednesday, February 6 2013 10:21 PM EST2013-02-07 03:21:32 GMT
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope scored 24 points and led Georgia's 3-point shooting onslaught Wednesday night as the Bulldogs defeated Tennessee 68-62 to win for the fifth time in their last six games.more>>
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope scored 24 points and led Georgia's 3-point shooting onslaught Wednesday night as the Bulldogs defeated Tennessee 68-62 to win for the fifth time in their last six games.more>>
B.J. Young broke out of a recent shooting slump, scoring 23 points and Arkansas improved to 13-1 at home this season with a 73-60 win over Tennessee on Saturday.more>>
B.J. Young broke out of a recent shooting slump, scoring 23 points and Arkansas improved to 13-1 at home this season with a 73-60 win over Tennessee on Saturday.more>>
Wednesday, January 23 2013 5:29 PM EST2013-01-23 22:29:29 GMT
Tennessee's game at Vanderbilt on Thursday carries special meaning for sophomore center Isabelle Harrison, the daughter of former Commodores football player and assistant coach Dennis Harrison.more>>
Tennessee's game at Vanderbilt on Thursday carries special meaning for sophomore center Isabelle Harrison, the daughter of former Commodores football player and assistant coach Dennis Harrison.more>>
Meighan Simmons scored 29 points and No. 9 Tennessee rallied from a 12-point deficit in the second half for a 75-66 victory over Auburn on Thursday night.more>>
Meighan Simmons scored 29 points and No. 9 Tennessee rallied from a 12-point deficit in the second half for a 75-66 victory over Auburn on Thursday night.more>>
Wednesday, January 16 2013 2:54 PM EST2013-01-16 19:54:21 GMT
Injuries to sophomore forward Cierra Burdick and freshman guard Andraya Carter have left the ninth-ranked Lady Vols with only nine healthy players, yet they enter Thursday's game at Auburn unbeaten in SEC competition.more>>
Injuries to sophomore forward Cierra Burdick and freshman guard Andraya Carter have left the ninth-ranked Lady Vols with only nine healthy players, yet they enter Thursday's game at Auburn unbeaten in SEC competition.more>>
Tuesday, January 15 2013 8:36 AM EST2013-01-15 13:36:48 GMT
During 17 games in 14 cities across the SEC this week, college basketball players will be showing their support for the Pat Summitt Foundation and encouraging awareness of Alzheimer's disease.more>>
During 17 games in 14 cities across the SEC this week, college basketball players will be showing their support for the Pat Summitt Foundation and encouraging awareness of Alzheimer's disease.more>>
Wednesday, January 9 2013 2:49 PM EST2013-01-09 19:49:37 GMT
Tennessee quarterback Tyler Bray, wide receivers Justin Hunter and Cordarrelle Patterson and defensive end Darrington Sentimore are bypassing their senior seasons to enter the NFL draft.more>>
Tennessee quarterback Tyler Bray, wide receivers Justin Hunter and Cordarrelle Patterson and defensive end Darrington Sentimore are bypassing their senior seasons to enter the NFL draft.more>>
Friday, December 28 2012 1:13 PM EST2012-12-28 18:13:34 GMT
Tennessee is winning right now without shooting well from 3-point range, but the Volunteers would rather not find out how long that trend can continue.more>>
Tennessee is winning right now without shooting well from 3-point range, but the Volunteers would rather not find out how long that trend can continue.more>>
Tuesday, December 18 2012 10:24 PM EST2012-12-19 03:24:13 GMT
Brittney Griner scored the first six points of the game and third-ranked Baylor had the first 17, extending its home winning streak to 45 in a row with a 76-53 victory over 10th-ranked Tennessee.more>>
Brittney Griner scored the first six points of the game and third-ranked Baylor had the first 17, extending its home winning streak to 45 in a row with a 76-53 victory over 10th-ranked Tennessee.more>>
Tuesday, December 18 2012 8:43 PM EST2012-12-19 01:43:33 GMT
The women's basketball teams from Baylor and Tennessee honored the victims of the Connecticut mass shooting with green and white T-shirts representing the colors of Sandy Hook Elementary School.more>>
The women's basketball teams from Baylor and Tennessee honored the victims of the Connecticut mass shooting with green and white T-shirts representing the colors of Sandy Hook Elementary School.more>>
Monday, December 17 2012 9:41 AM EST2012-12-17 14:41:11 GMT
Zach Azzanni has been named wide receivers coach and recruiting coordinator for Tennessee. New Vols coach Butch Jones made the announcement on Sunday.more>>
Zach Azzanni has been named wide receivers coach and recruiting coordinator for Tennessee. New Vols coach Butch Jones made the announcement on Sunday.more>>
Friday, December 14 2012 1:13 PM EST2012-12-14 18:13:53 GMT
The building that served as Tennessee's home basketball court during the program's glory years in the 1960s and 1970s is about to close its doors.more>>
The building that served as Tennessee's home basketball court during the program's glory years in the 1960s and 1970s is about to close its doors.more>>
Thursday, December 13 2012 4:05 PM EST2012-12-13 21:05:19 GMT
Tennessee guard Andraya Carter likely faces four to six months of rehabilitation after undergoing surgery Thursday to repair a labral tear in her right shoulder.more>>
Tennessee guard Andraya Carter likely faces four to six months of rehabilitation after undergoing surgery Thursday to repair a labral tear in her right shoulder.more>>
Wednesday, December 12 2012 5:05 PM EST2012-12-12 22:05:22 GMT
Pat Summitt is the recipient of the 2013 Naismith Outstanding Contributor to Women's College Basketball Award, an honor given annually by the Atlanta Tipoff Club.more>>
Pat Summitt is the recipient of the 2013 Naismith Outstanding Contributor to Women's College Basketball Award, an honor given annually by the Atlanta Tipoff Club.more>>
Thursday, December 6 2012 4:59 PM EST2012-12-06 21:59:02 GMT
Tennessee's coaching search is nearly three weeks old and the Volunteers still haven't found someone to accept the challenge of turning the program around.more>>
Tennessee's coaching search is nearly three weeks old and the Volunteers still haven't found someone to accept the challenge of turning the program around.more>>
Friday, November 30 2012 1:01 PM EST2012-11-30 18:01:18 GMT
A person familiar with the situation said former NFL coach Jon Gruden has informed Tennessee he does not want to be considered for its coaching job.more>>
A person familiar with the situation said former NFL coach Jon Gruden has informed Tennessee he does not want to be considered for its coaching job.more>>
Wednesday, November 28 2012 11:20 AM EST2012-11-28 16:20:58 GMT
Jon Gruden said he hasn't received an offer to coach the Tennessee Volunteers as part of a deal that includes becoming part owner of the Cleveland Browns.more>>
Jon Gruden said he hasn't received an offer to coach the Tennessee Volunteers as part of a deal that includes becoming part owner of the Cleveland Browns.more>>
Jarnell Stokes scored 19 points and went 7-of-8 from the floor Monday as Tennessee relied on suffocating defense to roll to a 77-50 victory over cold-shooting Oakland.more>>
Jarnell Stokes scored 19 points and went 7-of-8 from the floor Monday as Tennessee relied on suffocating defense to roll to a 77-50 victory over cold-shooting Oakland.more>>
Now that Tennessee's season is over, the real intrigue begins. The Volunteers aren't bowl eligible after posting a 5-7 record that included just one Southeastern Conference victory.more>>
Now that Tennessee's season is over, the real intrigue begins. The Volunteers aren't bowl eligible after posting a 5-7 record that included just one Southeastern Conference victory, but they'll still command plenty of attention over the next few weeks.more>>
Friday, November 23 2012 12:04 PM EST2012-11-23 17:04:48 GMT
One goal remains heading into Saturday's season finale for Tennessee. The Vols can avenge last year's 10-7 loss to Kentucky that ended Tennessee's 26-game winning streak in the series.more>>
One goal remains heading into Saturday's season finale for Tennessee. The Vols can avenge last year's 10-7 loss to Kentucky that ended Tennessee's 26-game winning streak in the series.more>>
Tuesday, November 20 2012 6:20 PM EST2012-11-20 23:20:50 GMT
Tennessee's athletic department will be keeping $6 million each of the next three years instead of contributing that money annually to the university as it did previouslymore>>
Tennessee's athletic department will be keeping $6 million each of the next three years instead of contributing that money annually to the university as it did previouslymore>>
Andre Hal intercepted two passes and Jordan Rodgers threw for two touchdowns as Vanderbilt routed Tennessee 41-18 Saturday night for the Commodores' fifth straight victory.more>>
Andre Hal intercepted two passes and Jordan Rodgers threw for two touchdowns as Vanderbilt routed Tennessee 41-18 Saturday night for the Commodores' fifth straight victory.more>>
Friday, November 16 2012 3:01 PM EST2012-11-16 20:01:49 GMT
The NCAA has extended Tennessee's probation for two years as part of penalties handed down Friday following the ruling that a former football assistant coach provided impermissible travel and lodging to a prospect.more>>
The NCAA has extended Tennessee's probation for two years as part of penalties handed down Friday following the ruling that a former football assistant coach provided impermissible travel and lodging to a prospect.more>>
Thursday, November 15 2012 10:21 PM EST2012-11-16 03:21:41 GMT
Former WNBA star and Olympic gold medalist Chamique Holdsclaw is in custody after being accused of shooting into a woman's car after using a bat to break its windows.more>>
Former WNBA star and Olympic gold medalist Chamique Holdsclaw is in custody after being accused of shooting into a woman's car after using a bat to break its windows.more>>
Thursday, November 15 2012 2:43 PM EST2012-11-15 19:43:01 GMT
Vanderbilt's hopes of beating Tennessee for the second time in the last 30 seasons Saturday could rest on whether its defense can cool off quarterback Tyler Bray and the Tennessee offense.more>>
Vanderbilt's hopes of beating Tennessee for the second time in the last 30 seasons Saturday could rest on whether its defense can cool off quarterback Tyler Bray and the Tennessee offense.more>>
Monday, November 12 2012 3:54 PM EST2012-11-12 20:54:08 GMT
Tennessee forward Jeronne Maymon will probably miss at least the rest of Tennessee's November games as he continues to recover from arthroscopic knee surgery.more>>
Tennessee forward Jeronne Maymon will probably miss at least the rest of Tennessee's November games as he continues to recover from arthroscopic knee surgery.more>>
Andrew Baggett kicked a 35-yard field goal in the fourth overtime period as Missouri rallied from a two-touchdown halftime deficit to beat Tennessee 51-48.more>>
Andrew Baggett kicked a 35-yard field goal in the fourth overtime period as Missouri rallied from a two-touchdown halftime deficit to beat Tennessee 51-48.more>>
Monday, November 5 2012 4:50 PM EST2012-11-05 21:50:37 GMT
Coach Derek Dooley plans to take a more active role in the defense this as the Volunteers attempt to upgrade a unit that has allowed the most points and yards per game of any Southeastern Conference team.more>>
Coach Derek Dooley plans to take a more active role in the defense this as the Volunteers attempt to upgrade a unit that has allowed the most points and yards per game of any Southeastern Conference team.more>>
Friday, November 2 2012 11:22 AM EDT2012-11-02 15:22:33 GMT
The Tennessee Volunteers said they still have plenty of incentive even though their preseason hopes of contending for a Southeastern Conference title are long gone.more>>
The Tennessee Volunteers said they still have plenty of incentive even though their preseason hopes of contending for a Southeastern Conference title are long gone.more>>
Tuesday, October 30 2012 5:29 PM EDT2012-10-30 21:29:55 GMT
Tennessee forward Jeronne Maymon will miss the Volunteers' season opener Nov. 9 against Kennesaw State as he continues to recover from offseason arthroscopic surgery to each of his knees.more>>
Tennessee forward Jeronne Maymon will miss the Volunteers' season opener Nov. 9 against Kennesaw State as he continues to recover from offseason arthroscopic surgery to each of his knees.more>>
Tuesday, October 30 2012 4:21 PM EDT2012-10-30 20:21:48 GMT
Federal prosecutors say former University of Tennessee and NFL wide receiver Cedrick Wilson has been indicted in an alleged test-taking fraud scheme.more>>
Federal prosecutors say former University of Tennessee and NFL wide receiver Cedrick Wilson has been indicted in an alleged test-taking fraud scheme.more>>
Connor Shaw threw three touchdowns and ran for another, and No. 17 South Carolina overcame the loss of tailback Marcus Lattimore for a 38-35 victory over Tennessee on Saturday.more>>
Connor Shaw threw three touchdowns and ran for another, and No. 17 South Carolina overcame the loss of tailback Marcus Lattimore for a 38-35 victory over Tennessee on Saturday.more>>
Monday, October 22 2012 9:23 AM EDT2012-10-22 13:23:55 GMT
Tennessee coach Derek Dooley is making an impressive recovery from a fractured right hip. His team might have to make an equally remarkable comeback to assure that he keeps his job.more>>
Tennessee coach Derek Dooley is making an impressive recovery from a fractured right hip. His team might have to make an equally remarkable comeback to assure that he keeps his job.more>>
Tyler Bray went 13-of-27 for 184 yards with no touchdown passes and two interceptions as the Vols fell to No. 1 Alabama in a 44-13 loss Saturday night.more>>
Tyler Bray went 13-of-27 for 184 yards with no touchdown passes and two interceptions as the Vols fell to No. 1 Alabama in a 44-13 loss Saturday night.more>>
Friday, October 19 2012 1:25 PM EDT2012-10-19 17:25:04 GMT
The Alabama-Tennessee rivalry doesn't have the national relevance as it did in previous decades, but the series still has plenty of meaning to both teams.more>>
The Alabama-Tennessee rivalry doesn't have the national relevance as it did in previous decades, but the series still has plenty of meaning to both teams.more>>
Thursday, October 18 2012 4:23 PM EDT2012-10-18 20:23:42 GMT
Tennessee will travel to Oregon and Florida on consecutive September weekends next year, according to the 2013 football schedule the school released Thursday.more>>
Tennessee will travel to Oregon and Florida on consecutive September weekends next year, according to the 2013 football schedule the school released Thursday.more>>
Tuesday, October 16 2012 2:24 PM EDT2012-10-16 18:24:23 GMT
Tennessee defensive end Darrington Sentimore said he will enter Saturday's game against the top-ranked Alabama Tide with extra motivation "because I want to beat Saban."more>>
Tennessee defensive end Darrington Sentimore said he will enter Saturday's game against the top-ranked Alabama Tide with extra motivation "because I want to beat Saban."more>>
Tyler Russell threw for 291 yards and two touchdowns, LaDarius Perkins added 101 rushing yards and a touchdown and No. 19 Mississippi State beat Tennessee 41-31 on Saturday night.more>>
Tyler Russell threw for 291 yards and two touchdowns, LaDarius Perkins added 101 rushing yards and a touchdown and No. 19 Mississippi State beat Tennessee 41-31 on Saturday night.more>>
Thursday, October 11 2012 4:23 PM EDT2012-10-11 20:23:36 GMT
Tennessee's Cuonzo Martin has established himself as a rising star in his profession during his first four years as a head coach, but he still hasn't led a team to the NCAA tournament.more>>
Tennessee's Cuonzo Martin has established himself as a rising star in his profession during his first four years as a head coach, but he still hasn't led a team to the NCAA tournament.more>>
Wednesday, October 10 2012 8:48 AM EDT2012-10-10 12:48:21 GMT
Tennessee (3-2, 0-2) brings its high-flying passing offense to face the No. 19 Bulldogs (5-0, 2-0), who boast a pass defense that has been among the best in the league the past few seasons.more>>
In the Southeastern Conference showdown, Tennessee (3-2, 0-2) brings its high-flying passing offense to face the No. 19 Bulldogs (5-0, 2-0), who boast a pass defense that has been among the best in the league the past few seasons.more>>
Wednesday, October 10 2012 8:42 AM EDT2012-10-10 12:42:36 GMT
Tennessee's Derek Dooley is recovering from surgery on his fractured right hip and will coach from the press box Saturday at No. 19 Mississippi State.more>>
Tennessee's Derek Dooley is recovering from surgery on his fractured right hip and will coach from the press box Saturday at No. 19 Mississippi State.more>>
Friday, October 5 2012 4:51 PM EDT2012-10-05 20:51:49 GMT
Former Tennessee women's basketball coach Pat Summitt says she retired on her own and never believed athletic director Dave Hart forced her to step down.more>>
Former Tennessee women's basketball coach Pat Summitt says she retired on her own and never believed athletic director Dave Hart forced her to step down.more>>
Thursday, October 4 2012 12:34 PM EDT2012-10-04 16:34:33 GMT
One of the simplest plays in football is anything but automatic for Tennessee. Tennessee already has missed four extra-point attempts this season, which represents its highest total since 1975.more>>
One of the simplest plays in football is anything but automatic for Tennessee. Tennessee already has missed four extra-point attempts this season, which represents its highest total since 1975.more>>
Thursday, October 4 2012 10:11 AM EDT2012-10-04 14:11:24 GMT
Pat Summitt said in an affidavit that she initially felt she was being forced to step down as the Lady Vols' basketball coach by Tennessee athletic director Dave Hart.more>>
Pat Summitt said in an affidavit that she initially felt she was being forced to step down as the Lady Vols' basketball coach by Tennessee athletic director Dave Hart, who later told Summitt that she had misinterpreted his comments.more>>
Todd Gurley ran for three touchdowns and Keith Marshall added two as No. 5 Georgia recovered after blowing a 17-point lead to beat Tennessee 51-44 on Saturday in the highest-scoring game ever between the SEC rivals.more>>
Todd Gurley ran for three touchdowns and Keith Marshall added two as No. 5 Georgia recovered after blowing a 17-point lead to beat Tennessee 51-44 on Saturday in the highest-scoring game ever between the SEC rivals.more>>
Friday, September 28 2012 2:23 PM EDT2012-09-28 18:23:35 GMT
When Derek Dooley, now in his third year as Tennessee's coach, seeks to place perspective on the No. 5 Georgia team which plays the Vols on Saturday, it qualifies as an expert opinion.more>>
When Derek Dooley, now in his third year as Tennessee's coach, seeks to place perspective on the No. 5 Georgia team which plays the Vols on Saturday, it qualifies as an expert opinion.more>>
Thursday, September 27 2012 5:49 PM EDT2012-09-27 21:49:21 GMT
Former Lady Vols media director Debby Jennings is suing the University of Tennessee over allegations that age and sex discrimination led to her forced retirement from the school.more>>
Former Lady Vols media director Debby Jennings is suing the University of Tennessee over allegations that age and sex discrimination led to her forced retirement from the school.more>>
Thursday, September 27 2012 1:52 PM EDT2012-09-27 17:52:22 GMT
Tennessee is counting on the presence of a healthy Tyler Bray to assure the Volunteers don't stage a repeat of last year's midseason slump. Of course, it would help if the Vols knew just which Bray they're getting.more>>
Tennessee is counting on the presence of a healthy Tyler Bray to assure the Volunteers don't stage a repeat of last year's midseason slump. Of course, it would help if the Vols knew just which Bray they're getting.more>>
Tyler Bray threw for 401 yards and four touchdowns and Rajion Neal rushed for a career-high 151 yards Saturday night as Tennessee pulled away in the second half for a 47-26 victory over Akron.more>>
Tyler Bray threw for 401 yards and four touchdowns and Rajion Neal rushed for a career-high 151 yards Saturday night as Tennessee pulled away in the second half for a 47-26 victory over Akron.more>>
Thursday, September 20 2012 2:58 PM EDT2012-09-20 18:58:35 GMT
Tennessee sophomore cornerback Justin Coleman will make his first start of the season Saturday against Akron after moving ahead of senior Marsalis Teague on the depth chart.more>>
Tennessee sophomore cornerback Justin Coleman will make his first start of the season Saturday against Akron after moving ahead of senior Marsalis Teague on the depth chart.more>>
Thursday, September 20 2012 2:56 PM EDT2012-09-20 18:56:10 GMT
Tennessee's pass rushers believe they're doing a decent job of harassing quarterbacks this season, but they're often frustrating themselves in the process.more>>
Tennessee's pass rushers believe they're doing a decent job of harassing quarterbacks this season, but they're often frustrating themselves in the process.more>>
Wednesday, September 19 2012 11:23 AM EDT2012-09-19 15:23:08 GMT
University of Tennessee officials have defended their decision to have a prayer before football games at Neyland Stadium, saying it does not violate the U.S. Constitution.more>>
University of Tennessee officials have defended their decision to have a prayer before football games at Neyland Stadium, saying it does not violate the U.S. Constitution.more>>
Tuesday, September 18 2012 6:20 PM EDT2012-09-18 22:20:15 GMT
An organization promoting the separation of church and state wants Tennessee to stop having a clergy member pray over the Neyland Stadium loudspeaker before Volunteers' football games.more>>
An organization promoting the separation of church and state wants Tennessee to stop having a clergy member pray over the Neyland Stadium loudspeaker before Volunteers' football games.more>>
Wednesday, September 12 2012 2:27 PM EDT2012-09-12 18:27:39 GMT
Tennessee hasn't beaten Florida in so long that even the Volunteers who grew up near campus can't quite recall what they were doing the last time it happened.more>>
Tennessee hasn't beaten Florida in so long that even the Volunteers who grew up near campus can't quite recall what they were doing the last time it happened.more>>
Tuesday, September 11 2012 1:45 PM EDT2012-09-11 17:45:15 GMT
Ever since he tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during a 33-23 loss to Florida last September, Justin Hunter has awaited Tennessee's next shot at the Gators.more>>
Ever since he tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during a 33-23 loss to Florida last September, Justin Hunter has awaited Tennessee's next shot at the Gators.more>>
Monday, September 10 2012 8:30 AM EDT2012-09-10 12:30:50 GMT
Even after moving back into the national rankings for the first time since the 2008 preseason poll, Tennessee still believes it has a point to prove.more>>
Even after moving back into the national rankings for the first time since the 2008 preseason poll, Tennessee still believes it has a point to prove.more>>
Justin Hunter tied a school single-game record Saturday by catching three of Tyler Bray's four touchdown passes, as Tennessee trounced Football Championship Subdivision program Georgia State 51-13 in its home opener Saturday.more>>
Justin Hunter tied a school single-game record Saturday by catching three of Tyler Bray's four touchdown passes, as Tennessee trounced Football Championship Subdivision program Georgia State 51-13 in its home opener Saturday.more>>
Friday, September 7 2012 2:20 PM EDT2012-09-07 18:20:31 GMT
Vols fans will be getting more food choices at lower prices this year. Athletics Director Dave Hart said in a news release from the school that the changes at Neyland Stadium are coming at the request of fans.more>>
Vols fans will be getting more food choices at lower prices this year. Athletics Director Dave Hart said in a news release from the school that the changes at Neyland Stadium are coming at the request of fans.more>>
Friday, September 7 2012 8:59 AM EDT2012-09-07 12:59:09 GMT
Georgia State coach Bill Curry still remembers being dumbfounded when he learned Derek Dooley was giving up his legal career to enter the coaching business.more>>
Georgia State coach Bill Curry still remembers being dumbfounded when he learned Derek Dooley was giving up his legal career to enter the coaching business.more>>
Tuesday, September 4 2012 2:56 PM EDT2012-09-04 18:56:47 GMT
Tennessee's depth chart for Saturday's game with Georgia State lists Rajion Neal, Marlin Lane and Devrin Young as co-starters for the running back position.more>>
Tennessee's depth chart for Saturday's game with Georgia State lists Rajion Neal, Marlin Lane and Devrin Young as co-starters for the running back position.more>>
Friday, August 31 2012 11:24 PM EDT2012-09-01 03:24:33 GMT
Cordarrelle Patterson scored two first-quarter touchdowns -- one a 41-yard catch, the second a 67-yard run -- and Tennessee beat North Carolina State 35-21 on Friday night in the opening game for both teams.more>>
Cordarrelle Patterson scored two first-quarter touchdowns -- one a 41-yard catch, the second a 67-yard run -- and Tennessee beat North Carolina State 35-21 on Friday night in the opening game for both teams.more>>
Thursday, August 30 2012 6:23 PM EDT2012-08-30 22:23:16 GMT
Anyone with spare Tennessee football and basketball tickets won't be able to sell them in front of Neyland Stadium and Thompson-Boling Arena in the hours leading up to the games.more>>
Anyone with spare Tennessee football and basketball tickets won't be able to sell them in front of Neyland Stadium and Thompson-Boling Arena in the hours leading up to the games.more>>
Thursday, August 30 2012 12:25 PM EDT2012-08-30 16:25:58 GMT
North Carolina State is looking to move to the top of the Atlantic Coast Conference, while progress for Tennessee will be escaping the basement in the Southeastern Conference.more>>
North Carolina State is looking to move to the top of the Atlantic Coast Conference, while progress for Tennessee will be escaping the basement in the Southeastern Conference.more>>
Wednesday, August 29 2012 2:30 PM EDT2012-08-29 18:30:03 GMT
The heaviest man on Tennessee's roster is so large that he actually needed to drop over 20 pounds to secure his spot in the Volunteers' starting lineup.more>>
The heaviest man on Tennessee's roster is so large that he actually needed to drop over 20 pounds to secure his spot in the Volunteers' starting lineup.more>>
Wednesday, August 29 2012 10:25 AM EDT2012-08-29 14:25:19 GMT
Former Tennessee women's basketball coach Pat Summitt will receive the U.S. Tennis Association's Billie Jean King Legacy Award, which honors people who have helped change the global cultural landscape.more>>
Former Tennessee women's basketball coach Pat Summitt will receive the U.S. Tennis Association's Billie Jean King Legacy Award, which honors people who have helped change the global cultural landscape.more>>
Tuesday, August 28 2012 3:01 PM EDT2012-08-28 19:01:55 GMT
In his first game back from a torn anterior cruciate ligament, Tennessee wide receiver Justin Hunter faces perhaps the toughest test he will encounter all season.more>>
In his first game back from a torn anterior cruciate ligament, Tennessee wide receiver Justin Hunter faces perhaps the toughest test he will encounter all season.more>>
Monday, August 27 2012 5:39 PM EDT2012-08-27 21:39:38 GMT
Tennessee athletics has posted a $3.98 million deficit for the 2011-2012 fiscal year, and the university says that forced officials to dip into a reserve fund that now has less than $2 million.more>>
Tennessee athletics has posted a $3.98 million deficit for the 2011-2012 fiscal year, and the university says that forced officials to dip into a reserve fund that now has less than $2 million.more>>
Monday, August 27 2012 2:25 PM EDT2012-08-27 18:25:52 GMT
Amid reports that Da'Rick Rogers had transferred to Tennessee Tech, Tennessee coach Derek Dooley indicated Monday that the star receiver was no longer part of the Volunteers' roster.more>>
Amid reports that Da'Rick Rogers had transferred to Tennessee Tech, Tennessee coach Derek Dooley indicated Monday that the star receiver was no longer part of the Volunteers' roster.more>>
Monday, August 27 2012 2:05 PM EDT2012-08-27 18:05:12 GMT
Antone Davis, a former All-America offensive tackle at Tennessee, is returning to his old school as the new Vol for Life coordinator on Derek Dooley's football staff.more>>
Antone Davis, a former All-America offensive tackle at Tennessee, is returning to his old school as the new Vol for Life coordinator on Derek Dooley's football staff.more>>
Saturday, August 25 2012 6:10 PM EDT2012-08-25 22:10:51 GMT
Forgive Tennessee linebacker Herman Lathers if he doesn't fret too much over a strained quadriceps muscle that has limited him for much of the preseason.more>>
Forgive Tennessee linebacker Herman Lathers if he doesn't fret too much over a strained quadriceps muscle that has limited him for much of the preseason.more>>
