Without a doubt, the Tennessee Volunteers have two of the best traditions in all of college sports in the playing of "Rocky Top" and their mascot, a Bluetick Coonhound named Smokey. "Rocky Top," first recorded by the Osborne Brothers, was released on Christmas Day in 1967. In 1982 it became one of the state of Tennessee's official songs. Written by Felice and Boudleaux Bryant, … [Read more...] about Tennesseee Debuts Smokey XII, New Rocky Top Tradition (SmokeyDawg98) Grows
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Music City Bowl, Illinois vs Tennessee: Preview, Opt-Outs, TV Info, FYIs
Taking on Tennessee in the Music City Bowl, the Illinois Fighting Illini will face a SEC team in their bowl game for the third straight time. Because after all, "It Just Means More." They split the last two, beating South Carolina last year in the Citrus and losing to Mississippi State in the Reliaquest in 2023 (2022 season), so we'll see what happens in the rubber match … [Read more...] about Music City Bowl, Illinois vs Tennessee: Preview, Opt-Outs, TV Info, FYIs
Illini Basketball Game Preview: vs #1 Tennessee Volunteers
Kasparas Jakucionis- you may not know how to correctly spell or pronounce his name, but he is the real deal. An Illini basketball player dominating at point guard and wearing #32? It's a bit reminiscent of Demetri McCamey, who was also among the top players in not only the Big Ten, but also the nation. Jakucionis was dominant in the 86-80 win over #20 Wisconsin last night, … [Read more...] about Illini Basketball Game Preview: vs #1 Tennessee Volunteers
#27 Tennessee Volunteers: College Basketball 111 in 111
Welcome to The Sports Bank’s third annual college basketball season preview series. Two years we looked at 99 teams in 99 days. Last year, we were slightly more aggressive and expanded to 111 teams in 111 days and will do so again as we look ahead to the 2012-2013 season. We will rank the 75 power conference teams and top 36 mid-majors in reverse power ranking order. … [Read more...] about #27 Tennessee Volunteers: College Basketball 111 in 111
Pat Summit to step down as coach at Tennessee
The news keeps getting worse for one of the greatest coaches the game of basketball has ever seen. It was reported Wednesday that long-time head coach of the Tennessee Volunteers, Pat Summitt, will step aside as head coach and now serve as an adviser for the team. Summitt was diagnosed with dementia in 2011 and split coaching duties Holly Warlick this past season. … [Read more...] about Pat Summit to step down as coach at Tennessee
#2 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Tennessee Volunteers: Brutally Honest Game Preview
You can argue that any of these three teams (LSU Tigers, Oklahoma Sooners and Alabama Crimson Tide) are the true kings of college football. Each of them have a legit case to be #1. The Oklahoma State Cowboys, Wisconsin Badgers and Boise State Broncos belong in the discussion too. Don't forget about the Stanford Cardinal either. My choice in the preseason remains the same … [Read more...] about #2 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Tennessee Volunteers: Brutally Honest Game Preview
Tigers Bulldoze Shorthanded Gators Behind Big Offensive Effort
Spencer Ware rushed for 109 yards and two touchdowns, and Reuben Randall had four catches for 127 yards and a touchdown in the LSU Tigers' 41-11 thrashing of the Florida Gators in Death Valley. The LSU defense stood strong as well, only allowing 213 yards to the Gators' attack, and they also forced two turnovers in the contest. … [Read more...] about Tigers Bulldoze Shorthanded Gators Behind Big Offensive Effort
Alabama Demolishes Florida, Puts Nation on Notice in Big Win
In what was supposed to be a showcase of two of the best defenses in the country, the Alabama Crimson Tide steamrolled the Florida Gators 38-10 on Saturday night in Gainesville. Trent Richardson racked up 181 rushing yards and scored twice, and Courtney Upshaw returned an intercepted John Brantley pass 45 yards for a touchdown as the Tide dealt the Gators a crushing defeat, … [Read more...] about Alabama Demolishes Florida, Puts Nation on Notice in Big Win
#64 Tennessee Volunteers: College Basketball 111 in 111
Welcome to The Sports Bank’s second annual college basketball season preview series. Last year we looked at 99 teams in 99 days. This year, we are being slightly more aggressive and expanding to 111 teams in 111 days. We will rank the 74 power conference teams and top 37 mid-majors in reverse power ranking order. We’ll break down rosters, non-conference schedules, and pick … [Read more...] about #64 Tennessee Volunteers: College Basketball 111 in 111
Tennessee Volunteers Super-Recruit Worley Named Prep Player of the Year
2010 Canadian Football League champion Montreal Alouettes (and legendary former Florida Gators) quarterback Chris Leak helped surprise Justin Worley of Rock Hill, S.C. with the 2010-11 Gatorade National Football Player of the Year award today. Chris, who earned Gatorade North Carolina Football Player of the Year honors in 2002-03 & 2001-02, surprised Justin with this … [Read more...] about Tennessee Volunteers Super-Recruit Worley Named Prep Player of the Year