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UT Release Regarding First UT Coaching Change Under John Currie

UT Release Regarding First UT Coaching Change Under John Currie

Tennessee Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics John Currie announced Thursdaythat Sam Winterbotham has been relieved of his duties as head men’s tennis coach, effective immediately. Currie will lead an internal, four-person committee in a national search for Winterbotham’s replacement. “Associate AD/tennis administrator Dara Worrell and I met with Sam this afternoon, and we came to the conclusion that…MORE

Butch Jones a guest on SportsTalk discussing draft experience

Butch Jones a guest on SportsTalk discussing draft experience

Vols head coach Butch Jones was a guest on SportsTalk recently, with Jimmy Hyams and Vince Ferrara, to discuss going up to the NFL Draft in Philadelphia with Derek Barnett. He reflected on Barnett’s time at UT and talked about the other Vols in the draft. Vols coach Butch Jones / Credit: Joe Faraoni –…MORE

Videos/Audio: Shaq Wiggins college highlights and interviews

Videos/Audio: Shaq Wiggins college highlights and interviews

By WNML Staff Get to know new Tennessee football cornerback, grad transfer from Louisville, Shaq Wiggins (R-Sr., 5’10, 173) in these videos and interviews below. Wiggins, was a consensus 4-star prospect in the 2013 signing class. He played his freshman season with Georgia, sat out a year when transferring to Louisville, where he played two…MORE

Letter to fans from John Currie; Mercedes-Benz Stadium “will absolutely be ready”

Letter to fans from John Currie; Mercedes-Benz Stadium “will absolutely be ready”

Good Evening, Big Orange Fans! I am writing this update during a (hopefully!) short flight delay as I connect in Charlotte on my way back from Jacksonville and my first SEC AD’s meeting. Over the last two days, Commissioner Sankey led us in robust discussions about lots of “routine” topics including, but certainly not limited…MORE

Lady Vol hoops signee Evina Westbrook vying for spot on USA U19

Lady Vol hoops signee Evina Westbrook vying for spot on USA U19

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado — University of Tennessee women’s basketball signee Evina Westbrook is among 33 of the nation’s top players vying for a spot on the roster of the U.S. U19 FIBA World Cup for Women team. Westbrook and the others have accepted invitations to attend the 2017 USA Basketball Women’s U19 World Cup Team trials…MORE

Softball Weekend Preview: #9 Tennessee at #6 Texas A&M

Softball Weekend Preview: #9 Tennessee at #6 Texas A&M

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — No. 9 Tennessee hits the road to close out the regular season with a trip to College Station, Texas to take on No. 6 Texas A&M this Friday–Sunday at the Aggie Softball Complex. Media & Broadcast Info The entire series will be streamed online on SEC Network +/WatchESPN with Matt Simon (PxP) and…MORE

Baseball Weekend Preview: Vols vs. #14 Arkansas (Thu-Sat)

Baseball Weekend Preview: Vols vs. #14 Arkansas (Thu-Sat)

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee Baseball continues Southeastern Conference play this weekend, hosting the No. 14-ranked Arkansas Razorbacks for a three-game set from Thursday, May 4 – Saturday, May 6 at Lindsey Nelson Stadium. The weekend marks the first trip to Rocky Top for Arkansas (34-12, 13-8 SEC) since 2012, as well as the first matchup between…MORE

Holly Warlick named 2017 Tennessee woman of distinction

Holly Warlick named 2017 Tennessee woman of distinction

CHATTANOOGA — Lady Vol head basketball coach Holly Warlick was honored Tuesday as the 2017 Tennessee Woman of Distinction at the 32nd Annual Chattanooga Women of Distinction Awards luncheon at the city’s convention center. The event, which honors the area’s outstanding women, benefits the American Lung Association in Tennessee and its mission to prevent lung disease and promote…MORE

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Painting with a Purpose! (with McLain’s Painting Service)

Painting with a Purpose! (with McLain’s Painting Service)

Nominate your favorite Non-profit organization to get a fresh coat of paint up to $10,000 provided by Sherwin Williams! Nominations for Painting With A Purpose 2025 open on April 28th, 2025 and ends the first week of June. The winner will be announced in July.

Phillip Fulmer Golf Classic (5/2)

Phillip Fulmer Golf Classic (5/2)

Friday, May 2nd. Avalon Country Club. Benefitting the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley. Check out the AMAZING AUCTION ITEMS!

Blount Memorial Downtown Dash for Breast Cancer- May 10th

Blount Memorial Downtown Dash for Breast Cancer- May 10th

Join Blount Memorial Saturday, May 10 as they host their Inaugural Downtown Dash for Breast Cancer to honor breast cancer survivors, remember those who have fought the battle, and raise money to expand access to life-saving breast cancer screening and diagnostic services right here in Blount County! Gather for this event at Blount Memorial Health Center at Springbrook – 220 Associates Blvd. Alcoa, TN.

Dogwood Arts- April Celebration!

Dogwood Arts- April Celebration!

Don’t miss all the exciting events that Dogwood Arts has to offer in April! Chalk Walk, Dogwood Trails, Spring Featured Gardens, The Dogwood Arts Festival and More!