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    • Vols try to beat Dogs, projection #

      Tennessee will jump anywhere from seventh to 10th in the SEC with a win over Georgia tonight. With a loss, the Vols will be in 11th -- exactly where they were projected to finish before the season at the SEC Basketball Media Day. UT is an 8-point favorite, but it ...

      Posted: Feb. 4, 2012 at 8 p.m.

    • Vols look for big upset at tough Rupp #

      The point spread is 16 1/2 points? Why not. It might as well be 30. Or 2. We still wouldn't know what to expect from Tennessee against Kentucky tonight. This much we know: The Wildcats are hoping for quicker whistles. The Vols make no apologies for playing tight man-to-man defense, ...

      Posted: Jan. 31, 2012 at 6:30 p.m.

    • UT's biggest problem: perimeter apathy #

      To get live Tennessee updates, CLICK HERE The Tennessee players will tell you, to a man, they are hungry to win games and prove wrong the prognosticators who picked them to finish 11th in the SEC. But the statistics show their appetite is for more time away from the gym ...

      Posted: Jan. 29, 2012 at 2:30 p.m.

    • Vols brace for Citadel, Stokes lands in K-Town #

      Jarnell Stokes wore a smile throughout his Thursday afternoon in Knoxville. Finally, Stokes was at a place where fans were celebrating his college of choice. The last time Tennessee signed the best player out of Memphis was in 1997, when guard Tony Harris chose the Vols. Harris, like Stokes, took ...

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

    • Cuonzo's Vols: Overachievers, or underachievers? #

      Tough headline, but that's the question we'll all be asking ourselves at season's end. Today's game against Auburn is the sort that UT is supposed to win -- down year, or not. Indeed, the Vols are a 9-point favorite in Las Vegas. Let's chat about it, click below to join ...

      Posted: Jan. 28, 2012 at 5:30 p.m.

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    • Job announcement for Safe Routes to School #

      Job Announcement for Tennessee State Advocacy Organizer The Safe Routes to School National Partnership is hiring a state advocacy organizer in Tennessee who will build and maintain a network of diverse partners to achieve three main policy objectives: (1) Leverage funding for bicycle and pedestrian construction projects including Safe Routes ...

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

    • 5th annual Tour de Lights #

      What happens when it doesn't rain and is 60 degrees in December? You get nearly 500 bicyclists turning out for the Tour de Lights! It was a great time. Links to photos:Bicycle Program websiteStuck Inside of Knoxville blog Facebook pageLinks to videos:Your TubeFacebook

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

    • Local bicyclist attempting to set world records #

      Message from Gerry Eddlemon, who won the World Cup of UltraCycling earlier this year, and is looking for a little help to set some records:>>>>>>>>>>>Some of you may recall that I was all set to attempt several bicycling world records last May near Fayetteville, NC, but the Bladen County maintenance ...

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

    • Neighborhood Bike Ride #

      11th Annual Neighborhood Bike Ride Saturday, October 22, 2011Ride leaves at 10:30 a.m. and visits North Hills, 4th & Gill, Belle Morris, and Edgewood Park.Meet on Central Street, just north of Baxter Avenue. Sign in, bike safety checks and bike helmet decorating start at 9:30 a.m. Helmets required. All ages ...

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

    • New bicycle counts available! #

      We conduct bicycle and pedestrian counts twice a year. We just did the latest counts on September 27th. It was a beautiful day and counts were high. We set a record high at James Agee/Cumberland, and other counts were on par with our highest count day, back in October 2008. ...

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

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    • 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: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:30 a.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: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:30 a.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: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:30 a.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: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:30 a.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: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:30 a.m.

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    • Practice rescheduled 1/25 #

      Practice tonight rescheduled for the Zone Sports Complex on Western Ave from 7-9. Bring FG cleats and/or athletic shoes. We only have a few more weeks before our first game against Chattanooga. Numbers are looking real good and we’re coming along quite well so keep your head in the game ...

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

    • Spring Rugby Practice Set to Start January 10th #

      All current and potential players are expected to attend spring practices starting January 10th at 8 pm. The training session will be at Crossfit Knoxville located at 9355 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN. For more information email knoxvillerugby@gmail.com.

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

    • Training Canceled for Saturday 21st. #

      Due to inclement weather training has been postponed.

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

    • KRFC Names Rev. Steven Waller Team Chaplain #

      Rev. Waller is a graduate of Michigan State University (Ph.D.); Pittsburgh (M.Div.) and United Theological (D.Min.) Seminaries where he specialized in pastoral care and counseling. He has also done clinical pastoral care in institutional and community-based settings. As a dually ordained clergyperson, for two decades, Dr. Waller has served Baptist ...

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

    • 2nd Annual Possum Cabin/Ski Trip #

      The cold weather will be upon us soon, and it is time now after the holidays to have a team event. This year we are going to Cobbly Knob/Gatlinburg again. Doug has graciously, albeit not in his best interest, agreed to let the Possums overtake one of his properties for ...

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

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    • ‘Cats pass film study, beat Central #

      <img src="http://d2nxvnj9b2h8rk.cloudfront.net/archive/x675925907/g0820820000000000001999eaa9ed98f5ee7900afdd1cbdfdd0e53ab964.jpg" width="92" height="130" alt="ORHS_bkb_Central_1-25-12 17-14-07.jpg" title="ORHS_bkb_Central_1-25-12 17-14-07.jpg" align="left" /> </a> <p> The No. 9 Oak Ridge Wildcats got a rough awakening on Sunday after losing to No. 8 Karns last Friday, but it probably wasn't the type of practice they were expecting. Nonetheless, it was just what coach Aaron ...

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

    • Oak Ridge girls measure up vs. Lady Bobcats #

      <img src="http://d2nxvnj9b2h8rk.cloudfront.net/archive/x1605021055/g082082000000000000ee22fb7e36d867d3e7cca31aaecdcbd3198e4ac9.jpg" width="104" height="130" alt="ORHS_bkg_Central_1-25-12 17-14-07.jpg" title="ORHS_bkg_Central_1-25-12 17-14-07.jpg" align="left" /> </a> <p> The measuring stick was out for the Oak Ridge Lady Wildcats basketball team against Central.</p>

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

    • ‘Completing a vision’ #

      <img src="http://d2nxvnj9b2h8rk.cloudfront.net/archive/x675925893/g08208200000000000071ec26a1250a4003628a979b87236cca1802c453.jpg" width="130" height="73" alt="ORHS_soc_dig_1-25-12.JPG" title="ORHS_soc_dig_1-25-12.JPG" align="left" /> </a> <p> Monday was a day four years in the making for the Oak Ridge boys and girls soccer teams and booster Joe Hedges.</p>

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

    • Beavers hold back Oak Ridge #

      <img src="http://d2nxvnj9b2h8rk.cloudfront.net/archive/x767703719/g08208200000000000071d4873b4b985ccc94842d210f98ba83f856adaa.jpg" width="88" height="130" alt="ORHS_bkb_Karns_1-20-12.jpg" title="ORHS_bkb_Karns_1-20-12.jpg" align="left" /> </a> <p> &#160;As the waning seconds ticked off in the battle between top 10 Class AAA state teams on Friday, No. 9 Oak Ridge coach Aaron Green had a look of disgust on his face. No. 7 Karns had done exactly what ...

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

    • Oak Ridge football celebrates ‘11 season #

      <img src="http://d2nxvnj9b2h8rk.cloudfront.net/archive/x870486721/g08208200000000000021fb7c13621f7dd8b0d695d90144ae4068ebbf4d.jpg" width="130" height="74" alt="ORHS_fb_banquet_1-20-12.jpg" title="ORHS_fb_banquet_1-20-12.jpg" align="left" /> </a> <p> Oak Ridge football players, cheerleaders, statisticians, trainers, families and friends all met Thursday night to cap off another great season by the Wildcats at their awards banquet at Heritage Fellowship Church.</p>

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:31 a.m.

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    • Good Luck Todd #

      It would be idiotic for me to argue that Todd Campbell was one of the best receivers in Tennessee football history. He, however, was one of the better people/players I've covered in over ten years in the Knoxville media. He just smiled and never complained when former coach Lane Kiffin ...

      Posted: Jan. 15, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

    • Some Vid #

      Here are some video highlights of some recent visitors to Tennessee's campus. DeAnthony Arnett Zach Debell

      Posted: Jan. 15, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

    • Would you like to see Nu'Keese Richardson steal stuff? #

      I thought so. Click here.

      Posted: Jan. 15, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

    • NBA Pearls of Wisdom #

      Tennessee basketball coach Bruce Pearl said he follows the NBA and international basketball to pick up tips - mostly on defense. Pearl said he is particularly fond of the Utah Jazz. Yet Pearl's heart has long pulled for the Boston Celtics. That means he's seen quite a bit of Celtics' ...

      Posted: Jan. 15, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

    • John Brown Update... #

      I know there are a lot of rumors swirling about John Brown and his eligibility. I'm told by someone close to the junior college defensive tackle that he is currently taking a mini-term class at Northeast Mississippi Community College. If he passes the class, he will enroll at Tennessee for ...

      Posted: Jan. 15, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

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    • Postgame Notes: #7 Tennessee 86, Alabama 56 #

      Postgame notes from Tennessee's 86-56 win over Alabama on Thursday evening.

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:30 a.m.

    • Postgame Quotes: Lady Vols 86, Alabama 56 #

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:30 a.m.

    • 7 Lady Vols Roll Over Tide, 86-56 #

      The #7/9 Tennessee women's basketball team got back on the winning track with a convincing 86-56 victory at Alabama. Shekinna Stricklen led four players in double-figures with 14.

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:30 a.m.

    • GAMEDAY CENTRAL: #9 UT vs. Alabama #

      The Lady Vols look to rebound from Monday's loss at Notre Dame when they return to SEC competition at Alabama Thursday night. PREVIEW VIDEO | WATCH LIVE | LISTEN LIVE | GAMETRACKER | GAME NOTES

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:30 a.m.

    • In Pictures: Briana Bass #

      Lady Vols guard Briana Bass is just 5-foot-2, but her teammates explain why she's so big in other ways.

      Posted: Jan. 27, 2012 at 1:30 a.m.

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    • The Most Interesting Man in Baseball #

      Scot Drucker is a world-traveling, sneaker-collecting, snake-blood drinking, social media enthusiast who makes his living throwing fastballs. While the former Vol may not be the most interesting man in the world (although he does have the beard for it), he certainly has to rank among the top candidates in the ...

      Posted: Feb. 5, 2012 at 1 p.m.

    • VOL REPORT: One Week Down #

      One week down, two to go. With just 14 days left until Opening Day against Northern Illinois, the Tennessee baseball team has been hitting the practice field with intensity, knowing that it has a lot to accomplish in a short amount of time.

      Posted: Feb. 3, 2012 at 8:30 p.m.

    • Mic'd Up: First Day of Practice #

      Listen in the baseball coaching staff, including Dave Serrano, during the Vols' first practice of the spring. VIDEO

      Posted: Feb. 3, 2012 at 4:30 p.m.

    • Bennett Named Preseason All-SEC Second Team by College Baseball Daily #

      Following a breakout freshman campaign, Tennessee sophomore catcher Ethan Bennett has been named to the College Baseball Daily Preseason All-SEC Second Team, the website announced Tuesday.

      Posted: Jan. 31, 2012 at 3:30 p.m.

    • Weekly Practice Schedule (1/30-2/5) #

      The Tennessee baseball team continues its preparations for the 2012 season with another week of practice. The Vols will scrimmage four times.

      Posted: Jan. 31, 2012 at 10:30 a.m.

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    • Vols Name Ansley Cornerbacks Coach #

      University of Tennessee head football coach Derek Dooley announced Friday that the Vols have hired Derrick Ansley as cornerbacks coach. Ansley joins the Vols from UCF.

      Posted: Feb. 3, 2012 at 2 p.m.

    • Tennessee Pride For Vols In Super Bowl #

      Somewhere at this moment, someone is dreaming of playing on football's biggest stage, as three former Vols will do Sunday night at Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis.

      Posted: Feb. 3, 2012 at 12 p.m.

    • Dooley Signing Day Press Conference #

      Vols head coach Derek Dooley met with the media to discuss the 2012 Tennessee Signing Day class. Check out what he had to say. PHOTOS

      Posted: Feb. 1, 2012 at 6 p.m.

    • Vols Announce 2012 Signing Class #

      The Tennessee football program announced its signing class of 2012 consisting of seven initial enrollees and 14 National Signing Day additions Wednesday. SIGNING DAY CENTRAL

      Posted: Feb. 1, 2012 at 4 p.m.

    • Former Vols At Super Bowl XLVI Media Day #

      Former Vols Shaun Ellis, Jerod Mayo and Deon Grant caught up with UTSports.com at Super Bowl Media Day on Tuesday.

      Posted: Jan. 31, 2012 at 6 p.m.

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    • Golden scores 16 as Tennessee beats Georgia 73-62 #

      Trae Golden came off the bench for the first time this season and scored 16 points to lead Tennessee in a 73-62 win against Georgia on Saturday night.

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

    • Dooley Fills Coaching Vacancy #

      Derrick Dooley announced today Derrick Ansley will join coaching staff as cornerbacks coach.

      Posted: Feb. 3, 2012 at 4 p.m.

    • Manning mania leaving Brady an afterthought #

      It's not every Super Bowl where the team with the league's worst record gets as much attention as the two that will be competing for the NFL's most cherished piece of sterling silver.

      Posted: Feb. 3, 2012 at 4 p.m.

    • Peyton Manning OK to return? Not so fast #

      Manning still hasn't been cleared by Colts doctors, beyond the clearance weeks ago to throw and increase the intensity of his rehabilitation. It is unclear when Manning will be checked again by Colts doctors.

      Posted: Feb. 3, 2012 at 11:30 a.m.

    • Dooley's fate at UT depends on wins, not recruits #

      For all you undertaker apprentices intent on burying Derek Dooley, Tennessee's staggering finish in this year's recruiting push is enough to make you put shovel to dirt.

      Posted: Feb. 3, 2012 at 11 a.m.

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