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  • Cuonzo: Class of 2012 a success, work to be done #

    Cuonzo Martin considers his second signing class a success, and as Tennessee fans learned this past season, the Vols coach is not always the easiest to please. Obviously, the Class of 2012 started with the midterm addition of Jarnell Stokes, a five-star Rolls Royce in the recruiting circles. Stokes earned ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Renaldo Woolridge graced UT, one of a kind #

    To get live Tennessee basketball updates, CLICK HERE When Tennessee's men's basketball season comes to an end, the Vols will bid farewell to one of the most interesting and creative athletes in the school's history, Renaldo Woolridge. While the hard-core fans might not look beyond Woolridge's modest career statistics, those ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Old Man Cam's regular-season home game #

    To get live Tennessee basketball updates, CLICK HERE This is the first in a three-part series on the Vols' departing players There will be a live blog link at the bottom of the story. "Old Man Cam" Tatum is making his final regular-season appearance in Thompson-Boling Arena against Vanderbilt with ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Former Vol C.J. Watson burns Heat, Wade #

    Former Tennessee standout C.J. Watson threw a move on Miami Heat all-star Dwyane Wade in the closing seconds of regulation in Chicago last night, sliding over and draining a game-tying 3-pointer with 2.2 seconds left. The Bulls went on to score a 96-86 overtime victory, maintaining the NBA's best record ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Vols have opportunity game with South Carolina #

    To get Live Tennessee Basketball Updates, CLICK HERE COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Tennessee's game with South Carolina grew even bigger Saturday afternoon with Vanderbilt, Florida and LSU all falling in SEC action. The Vols, with a win, can assure themselves of being no worse than tied for fourth with Alabama (the ...

    Posted: May 6, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

• Bike Knoxville

  • Bike to Work Day #

    Do you like to save money? Want to be healthier? Would you like to arrive at work feeling energized? Then you should join us on Bike to Work Day! Here in Knoxville, we have twice as many people who bike to work every day as the national average. We’ve got ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1:01 p.m.

  • Fundraising for bicyclist hit by motorist #

    Damon Foster, a cycle instructor at the Rush was hit by car on Kingston Pike recently. He had two additional surgeries and spent several nights in the ICU. He was released on April 17th but still has a long road to recovery ahead of him. Knox Revolution is holding a ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1:01 p.m.

  • Seeking Kids on Bikes for Dogwood Parade #

    Do you want to be in the Dogwood Parade Friday, April 27 at 7 p.m? The Bicycle Program's entry will feature kids ages 5 - 10 and their parents. Kids should come in a spring-themed costume (adults can too!). What does spring mean to you? Flowers, sunshine, bees? You and ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1:01 p.m.

  • Bike Month calendar #

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1:01 p.m.

  • Tour de Cure planning #

    Do you like planning parties or bike rides?The Knoxville Tour de Cure is looking for volunteers to join us as we grow this Tour into one of the best in the nation. Knoxville Tour de Cure COMMITTEE Interest Meeting(This is a meeting for anyone who is interested in helping to ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1:01 p.m.

• Fulmer's Belly

  • Now what do we call ourselves? #

    There was a lot of talk when Fulmer was let go that we should change our names to Kiffin’s Visor, or Kiffin’s Big Mouth, or Kiffin’s Turncoating Ass… We now welcome Vince Derek Dooley as the next coach of the Tennessee Volunteers. Honestly, before today, we didn’t even know that ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Update… #

    So, just to update. The Tennessee coaching gossip carousel has gone from “zomg, it might be these coaches” to “we have just hired…” so and so coach. So if we are to believe in the internet posts, Tennessee now has approximately 9 head coaches, which I suppose, is a better ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Breaking News! #

    Chris Low is now reporting that Chris Low, is a candidate for the Tennessee Football job. Chris Low, a writer for ESPN reports that Chris Low, a writer for ESPN, has put his name into consideration according to a report by Chris Low from ESPN. Reprinted from WVLT via WBIR ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Speculation… #

    We need to write a couple quickie posts because there’s rampant speculation going around about certain coaching candidates. We’re gonna run down a few quickly. 1. Troy Calhoun – Depending on who you ask, this is a done deal. Please. No. First of all, the triple option is kind of… ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Sourcing #

    One interesting side effect of looking for a new coach (again), is that with the advent of the internet, any Billy Bob Computer User (yes, we realize that that was a bit stereotypically stereotypical… and yes, we realize that “stereotypically stereotypical” isn’t a permeating syllogism) can “lawg on to the ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

• GoVolsXtra Sports

  • Dooley: UT recruiting on track despite staff turnover #

    JOHNSON CITY -- Tennessee's football coaches felt early last fall that they had finally caught up and gotten back on track with their recruiting efforts.

    Posted: May 19, 2012 at 1 a.m.

  • Miami (Ohio) shuts down Lady Vols, 1-0 #

    Miami wins regional duel

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 11:30 p.m.

  • Will Maddox an embodiment of toughness in Vols' loss #

    Stopping the blood coming from the mouth of Will Maddox was relatively easy.

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 11:30 p.m.

  • More SEC track honors for Annie Alexander, Ellen Wortham #

    Tennessee seniors Annie Alexander and Ellen Wortham picked up more SEC track and field honors Friday.

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 10:30 p.m.

  • Vols make a move in NCAA regional golf #

    Led by Rick Lamb, Tennessee moved up the leaderboard Friday at the NCAA Stanford Regional. Now the Vols have to hold their ground.

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 10 p.m.

• Knoxville Rugby Football Club

  • Possum Summer 7s Touch League #

    Hi Everyone, The Possums are bringing back the Summer 7s Touch League for HS/College/Men/Women 6:30PM @ TRP. The first meeting will be this Thursday May 17th to sign everyone up, get information, meet everyone, and run through the rules. Attached is a flyer with the information. We will be running ...

    Posted: May 15, 2012 at 9:31 a.m.

  • Possums Win 2 at Nash Bash #

    This past weekend KRFC traveled to Nashville, TN to participate in Nash Bash. On Saturday the Possums faced off against Queen City (Cincinnati, OH) and came away with a 47-19 victory and a chance for several new players to get much needed playing time and experience. On Sunday the Possums ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1:02 p.m.

  • Family / Old Boy Appreciation Day Postponed until Fall 2012 #

    The possums invite all family, friends and old boys to join us in September (actual date to be posted soon) for Fan Appreciaiton Day. The day will begin at noon with a friendly scrimmage between the club. All old boys and former players are invited (strongly encouraged) to participate and ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1:02 p.m.

  • Possums Win on the Road / Prepare for Nash Bash #

    Knoxville traveled to Huntsville, AL on March 24th for what would be the final matrix match of the season. The possums traveled light only bringing 15 players and managed to control the match from the opening whistle. The final score was Knoxville 60 and Huntsville 12. With the win Knxoville ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1:02 p.m.

  • KRFC Set to Defend Possum Park #

    The Possums look to defend their home field this Saturday, March 3rd. The rugby action kicks off at 11 am with the Knoxville Women hosting Asheville and the University of Kentucky. Knoxville vs Huntsville is set for a 1:30 start time. KRFC is looking for its first matrix win of ...

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1:02 p.m.

• Oakridger: Prep sports

  • Zulliger wins A.F. Bridges Scholarship from TSSAA #

    <img src="http://d2om8tvz4lgco4.cloudfront.net/archive/x1474278762/g08208200000000000016dc6e4aade984d80c552673cd4ea1f084eda55a.jpg" width="85" height="130" alt="Zulliger_5-17-12.jpg" title="Zulliger_5-17-12.jpg" align="left" /> </a> <p> Bradley Zulliger set the bar high on the football field and in the classroom. For both, he was awarded the TSSAA A.F. Bridges Scholarship this week.</p>

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 11:01 a.m.

  • Cat notes: softball, basketball tryouts upcoming #

    The Oak Ridge High School softball team will host tryouts for girls interested in joining the team during the 2013 season. The tryout dates have changed and will be June 4 and 5 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Oak Ridge Baseball Complex Field C, the home field ...

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 11:01 a.m.

  • Callie Cox keeps it all in the family #

    <img src="http://d2om8tvz4lgco4.cloudfront.net/archive/x1474278760/g082082000000000000e6f569fec2d22b1ba1c919576c0a319cf53ee321.jpg" width="130" height="73" alt="GCA_bkg_Coxsigning_5-17-12.jpg" title="GCA_bkg_Coxsigning_5-17-12.jpg" align="left" /> </a> <p> For Callie Cox it's all in the family. The former Jefferson Middle School standout and graduating Grace Christian Academy senior only has to look to her parents for inspiration.</p>

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 11:01 a.m.

  • Track Sectional: Race of inches #

    <img src="http://d2om8tvz4lgco4.cloudfront.net/archive/x1749226738/g0820820000000000002a0da649c8f3b459969a6e31913314f542a5aa1b.jpg" width="59" height="130" alt="ORHS_tf_moore_5-16-12.jpg" title="ORHS_tf_moore_5-16-12.jpg" align="left" /> </a> <p> The Oak Ridge Wildcats track and field team needed their best on at the East Tennessee Sectional Meet at Science Hill High School to advance to the state.</p>

    Posted: May 17, 2012 at 11:01 a.m.

  • Devils snuf out ‘Cats season #

    <img src="http://d2om8tvz4lgco4.cloudfront.net/archive/x1035954391/g0820820000000000008df151132c228eaa636917e3768c3611dbe046c9.jpg" width="130" height="99" alt="ORHS_bbo_young_5-15-12.jpg" title="ORHS_bbo_young_5-15-12.jpg" align="left" /> </a> <p> Ralph O'Neal beat out a throw in the first inning to score Jordan Lane on Saturday against the Halls Red Devils, but the Wildcats were burned by a two-run home run in the second inning as Halls eliminated Oak Ridge11-2 ...

    Posted: May 16, 2012 at 11:32 a.m.

• Off the Hook

  • Another Aaron Green #

    In honor of March Madness, here's some incredible highlight footage of Tennessee prospect Aaron Green. And, no, not the former UT basketball player. This Green has talent. Just kidding Aaron.

    Posted: April 29, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Some Stuff on Signal Callers #

    Matt Simms knows full well that there could be some resentment among whichever quarterback doesn't land Tennessee's starting job. However, Simms obviously wasn't fully comfortable addressing the issue when asked about it on Tuesday. "This position is unlike any other because one guy plays," the junior quarterback said when asked ...

    Posted: April 29, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Hook's Q and A #

    Time for a Q and A. Here, I answer questions I've received from readers. Who are the front-runners for the offensive line? That depends on when you ask. The Vols are shuffling their offensive line constantly to find who plays which position best and what is the best combination. Still, ...

    Posted: April 29, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Spring Snippets #

    Here are some random thoughts from Tennessee's spring practice on Tuesday, it's first in full pads: I've liked receiver Gerald Jones' practice intensity through three coaching staffs. He made a one-handed, diving catch in one passing drill that is actually little more than a warm-up for the more intense practice ...

    Posted: April 29, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Great Coaching Jobs in UT History #

    In honor of Bruce Pearl's incredible run to the Sweet 16, here are my top Tennessee coaching jobs over the course of a season. · 1996-97 Women's Basketball/Pat Summitt - Sure, the Lady Vols had talent but they also had 10 losses. Still, Summitt was able to right the ship ...

    Posted: April 29, 2012 at 1 p.m.

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• UTLadyVols.com: Basketball

  • SEC-Best 10 Lady Vols Begin WNBA Regular Season #

    The 2012 WNBA regular season begins Friday night, and the Tennessee Lady Volunteers lead the SEC with 10 players on opening-day rosters.

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 6:30 p.m.

  • Summitt to receive Arthur Ashe Award #

    The 2012 ESPYS will recognize head coach emeritus Pat Summitt honoring her with the Arthur Ashe Courage Award.

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Lady Vol Hoopsters to Graduate #

    The incredible graduation rate celebrated by Lady Vol basketball student-athletes under the guidance of head coach emeritus Pat Summitt for 38 seasons will forever remain at 100 percent.

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Beaumont Joins Lady Vol Hoops #

    Lady Vol basketball head coach Holly Warlick has added another member to her staff with the addition of Mike Beaumont as the Director of Basketball Operations.

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Warlick Crusin' for a Cause #

    Lady Vol basketball head coach Holly Warlick is in Baton Rouge, La.,on her "Cruisin' for a Cause" motorcycle ride.

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

• UTSports.com: Baseball

  • Vols Fall 10-3 to No. 18 Arkansas #

    No. 18 Arkansas used a six-run sixth inning to propel itself to a 10-3 victory over Tennessee on Friday evening at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 10 p.m.

  • Vols Drop Series Opener to #18 Arkansas #

    Tennessee freshman Brandon Zajac came out of the bullpen to spin a career-high 6.1 innings of one-run ball, but his performance came after No. 18 Arkansas had already jumped out to a commanding lead en route to an 8-0 win in the series opener.

    Posted: May 17, 2012 at 9 p.m.

  • This Week in Tennessee Baseball #

    We look back through at the season in our final edition of "This Week in Tennessee Baseball," with an outtake reel from all of our previous hosts.

    Posted: May 17, 2012 at 6 p.m.

  • Former Vol Gomes Called Up by Blue Jays #

    Former Tennessee standout Yan Gomes has been called up to the Major Leagues by the Toronto Blue Jays where he will join former Volunteer teammate J.P. Arencibia. In the starting lineup for tonight's contest against the New York Yankees, Gomes will become the first Brazilian-born player to appear in an ...

    Posted: May 17, 2012 at 5:30 p.m.

  • GAMEDAY CENTRAL: Vols vs. #18 Arkansas #

    Tennessee closes out the 2012 campaign with a three-game series against No. 18 Arkansas at Lindsey Nelson Stadium in Knoxville, May 17-19.

    Posted: May 16, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.

• UTSports.com: Basketball

  • Golden Undergoes Left Knee Surgery #

    Tennessee senior associate athletic trainer Chad Newman has reported that rising junior basketball player Trae Golden underwent arthroscopic surgery to address a meniscus injury in his left knee Tuesday at UT Medical Center.

    Posted: May 15, 2012 at 9:30 p.m.

  • Basketball Camps Approaching #

    The start of Tennessee basketball camp season is less than three weeks away. Now is the time to register your child for an opportunity to learn from the Vols' coaching staff and players.

    Posted: May 14, 2012 at 11:30 a.m.

  • Cuonzo Martin Presser Video #

    Head basketball coach Cuonzo Martin met with the media Wednesday at Thompson-Boling Arena. CUONZO MARTIN

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • Pat and Tyler Summitt to Receive Award #

    The Alzheimer's Association will present Pat and Tyler Summitt with its Sargent and Eunice Shriver Profiles in Dignity Award tonight.

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

  • RICHARDSON TO TOUR WITH ATHLETES IN ACTION #

    Tennessee basketball player Josh Richardson is one of several Division I collegians who will be traveling to Germany and Poland as part of an exhibition tour later this spring with Athletes In Action.

    Posted: May 13, 2012 at 1 p.m.

• UTSports.com: Football

  • Vols To Spend Week Of Fall Camp In Johnson City #

    The University of Tennessee football team will spend a week of fall training camp away from campus, as the Vols will train at Milligan College in Johnson City, Tenn., from Aug. 9-15.

    Posted: May 17, 2012 at 3 p.m.

  • Vols-NC State Game To Kickoff At 7:30 #

    Kick times have now been set for the pair of Chick-fil-A Kickoff Games that will open the 2012 college football season. The Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game weekend will feature the first-ever double hosting of marquee, BCS-style games on back-to-back days in the same venue. The first game will showcase NC State ...

    Posted: May 15, 2012 at 3:30 p.m.

  • Fulmer Named To College Football Hall #

    Phillip Fulmer is the newest member of the Tennessee Volunteers family to reach the College Football Hall of Fame. He was named to the 2012 class during a Tuesday ceremony in New York City by the National Football Foundation. VIDEO: FULMER ERA | FULMER PHOTOS

    Posted: May 15, 2012 at 12:30 p.m.

  • Vols Mourn Deaths of Slater, Tomlinson #

    Two Tennessee footballers, Walter Slater and Billy Tomlinson, who made headlines at UT during the middle portion of the last century have died.

    Posted: May 11, 2012 at 4 p.m.

  • Lathers Visits Farragut Middle School #

    Vols senior linebacker Herman Lathers and VFL Coordinator Andre Lott visited Farragut Middle School on Monday to talk about the value of school. VIDEO FEATURE | PHOTOS

    Posted: May 7, 2012 at 5 p.m.

• WBIR: Sports

  • Arkansas erupts in sixth, beats Vols 10-3 #

    The Tennessee Vols have one last chance to put a better ending on their 2012 season Saturday.

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 11 p.m.

  • Lady Vols have 10 on WNBA opening day rosters #

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 11 p.m.

  • Lady Vols blanked 1-0 in first game of NCAA's #

    The Tennessee Lady Vols got good pitching, but they needed a little offense.  UT lost its opening NCAA softball game to Miami of Ohio, 1-0.

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 10:30 p.m.

  • Webb's Smith takes father's hobby to new level #

    Webb school's Jack Smith picked up golf because it was his father's hobby.  Now it could pay his way to college.

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 9 p.m.

  • Tusculum rallies for 4-3 NCAA win over Catawba #

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 7 p.m.

• WVLT: Sports

  • Vols fall to Arkansas 10-3 #

    Arkansas used a six-run sixth inning to propel itself to a 10-3 victory over Tennessee on Friday evening at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 11 p.m.

  • Lady Vols upset in NCAA #

    Lady Vol softball team dropped a 1-0 pitcher’s duel to the Miami RedHawks in front of 1,598 fans on Friday night in NCAA Knoxville Regional action.

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 10:30 p.m.

  • Big 12 and SEC have deal for football champs to play #

    If one or both of the league champions are selected to play in what is expected to be a four-team national championship playoff, another team would be selected for the Big 12-SEC matchup.

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

  • Report: Kerry Wood to retire #

    Wood, 34, was 0-2 with an 8.64 ERA in nine appearances so far this season. In 8 1/3 innings, he had allowed eight runs (all earned) on eight hits and 11 walks with just five strikeouts

    Posted: May 18, 2012 at 11 a.m.

  • Former Vol Gomes called up by Blue Jays #

    Gomes will become the first Brazilian-born player to appear in an MLB game.

    Posted: May 17, 2012 at 10:30 p.m.