Names in the Game Jun 9, 2008
Tennessee basketball coach Bruce Pearl has been inducted into the National Jewish Sports Hall of Fame. Pearl was among eight people enshrined Sunday in Commack, N.Y. The Associated Press coach of the year in the Southeastern Conference, he led Tennessee to a program-best 31 wins, the Vols' first outright regular-season SEC title in 41 years and the first No. 1 ranking in history. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Another honor for Pearl Jun 9, 2008
The honors continue to come in for Tennessee basketball coach Bruce Pearl, and the latest may be the greatest yet. Pearl was among nine athletics figures inducted into the National Jewish Sports Hall of Fame this morning at Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center in Commack, N.Y.. (InsideTennessee.com)
Lofton's story makes SI.com May 30, 2008
The inspirational story of Tennessee basketball star Chris Lofton, who played his entire senior season while fighting off the effects of radiation therapy for testicular cancer, has found its way onto SI.com. SI.com, the website for Sports Illustrated magazine, features a nice Inside College Basketball piece on Lofton by columnist Luke Winn. (InsideTennessee.com)
A Closer Look With Renaldo Woolridge May 10, 2008
The change (for the better) in Tennessee basketball has been evident on the court in each of the three seasons under head coach Bruce Pearl, but that change is becoming increasingly apparent on the recruiting trail as well. The Vols not only signed one of the nation's top-classes in 2008, but also showed an extended reach by pulling promising forward [db]Renaldo Woolridge[/db] all the way from California to be part of the incoming group of signees. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vols get juco point guard May 9, 2008
He visited Cincinnati last weekend and was scheduled to visit Kentucky this weekend, but said the support for Tennessee basketball as well as a working relationship between his community college coach and Vols assistant Steve Forbes helped make up his mind. "The plane landed and I breathed in that Knoxville air," Maze said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Mears makes Ohio 'Hall' May 9, 2008
The late Ray Mears is so closely associated with Tennessee basketball that we sometimes forget he began his coaching career in Ohio. The folks in the Buckeye State haven't forgotten, however. (InsideTennessee.com)
Ready to be Amazed? May 8, 2008
It was Tennessee basketball at its trademark finest, except it was off the court and after the season that the Vols transformed a pair of turnovers into a steal and a game winner. The end result of losing and is nothing less than a fantastic finish to what will be widely regarded as best recruiting class in Vols basketball history which follows on the heels of the winnings season ever. (InsideTennessee.com)
Pearl dismisses two Tennessee players May 3, 2008
"I am disappointed to announce that neither Duke Crews nor Ramar Smith will be a part of the 2008-09 University of Tennessee basketball program," Pearl said. "Both were provided every opportunity to succeed here but have not met out expectations.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Weird day for Vol hoops May 3, 2008
I'm guessing the mood was a bit subdued at Friday night's Tennessee basketball awards banquet, considering what happened in the preceding 36 hours. First came news that played his entire senior season while battling the after-effects of testicular cancer surgery and radiation treatments. (InsideTennessee.com)
Pearl dismisses two May 3, 2008
"I am disappointed to announce that neither Duke Crews nor Ramar Smith will be a part of the 2008-09 University of Tennessee basketball program," Pearl said. "Both were provided every opportunity to succeed here but have not met our expectations. With both Ramar and Duke, we came to the conclusion that it was in their best interest to transfer to another institution in order to continue their academic and basketball careers.". (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Former Vols guard Lofton underwent cancer treatment May 2, 2008
By Bryan Mullen, The Tennessean At times this season, it seemed Tennessee basketball star Chris Lofton was fighting to find his shot. In fact, the battle he was fighting was far more serious. (USA Today -- Sports)
Why the fuss over two more bowls? May 2, 2008
Let s learn from Lofton: The news about Tennessee basketball player Chris Lofton should make all of us take a breath the next time we re tempted to rip into a college athlete. Lofton, we learned yesterday, underwent radiation treatments for testicular cancer last year and that had an impact on his play in the first half of last season. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Lofton battled cancer May 2, 2008
Tennessee basketball player Chris Lofton was battling more than gimmick defenses last season. He was battling testicular cancer, as well. (InsideTennessee.com)
SEC's 10 most influential Apr 21, 2008
SEC's most influential- al.com. SEC's most influential. (AL.com)
College senior works hard to earn rewards Apr 20, 2008
When the Lady Volunteers of the University of Tennessee basketball team won the NCAA women s tournament this year, Kelly Mihalik was not on the roster, but she still was able to experience the win. Mihalik, 22, of Somerset, is a student athletic trainer at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
New teachers, classrooms added Apr 16, 2008
The Charger Girls' Basketball program will be participating in the University of Tennessee basketball camp in June. Attendance is voluntary and players will not be penalized if unable to attend. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Hopson's Coach, Vols Getting Special Talent Apr 10, 2008
The furor has died down from a roar to a gentle murmur in that time, but one mention of Hopson's name is enough to get a Tennessee basketball fan chattering excitedly all over again. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
The Final Four is set. Who will remember the Alamo? Apr 6, 2008
And yeah, you could say this is the most successful season in the history of Tennessee basketball and that we have a tremendously promising future behind an exciting coach and a trio of sophomore athletes, led by the superbly talented Tyler Smith. But I digress. (Yale Herald, CT)
William Brown Honored By SEC Apr 5, 2008
University of South Carolina Official Athletic Site - Football. - University of South Carolina football player and Vanderbilt University lacrosse player Brooke Shinaberry have been named recipients of the 2007-2008 Brad Davis Southeastern Conference Community Service Post-Graduate Scholarship, Commissioner Mike Slive announced Friday. (Uscsports.com)
Pearl vision Apr 5, 2008
By ColumnistDate: Apr 4, 2008 The Tennessee basketball season didnt end the way Vol fans wanted it to. It didnt end the way Bruce Pearl wanted it to, either. (InsideTennessee.com)
Coach Pearl anticipates staying at Tennessee Mar 30, 2008
"We think this is just the beginning of a lot of excitement for Tennessee basketball.". Athletic department spokeswoman Tiffany Carpenter said Hamilton and Pearl would hold formal contract talks some time in the next 30 days. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Bright Future Awaits Vols Mar 29, 2008
By SportswriterDate: Mar 28, 2008 Tennessee basketball fans are naturally disappointed by the Vols loss to Louisville last night but hardly devastated in light of the most successful season in UT hardwood history and the bright prospects ahead. to read the rest of this story. (InsideTennessee.com)
Louisville's defense stops Tennessee Mar 28, 2008
"This doesn't take much away from the finest season in the history of Tennessee basketball," Pearl said. "No team has accomplished the things these guys accomplished this year, and I'm awfully proud of them.". (Anchorage Daily News)
Pearl, Vols look for fast start Mar 21, 2008
"We know Tennessee basketball is not known for postseason play," Lofton said. "We're not really known as a basketball school.". (Daily Iowan, IA)
Tenneessee, Lofton speed into NCAAs Mar 21, 2008
We know Tennessee basketball is not known for postseason play, Lofton said. We re not really known as a basketball school. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
'I can't make that pain go away' Mar 18, 2008
Date: Mar 17, 2008 Tennessee basketball coach Bruce Pearl is trying to handle a sharp pain with an even sharper wit. Hes succeeding for the most part. (InsideTennessee.com)
Storm Disrupts the SEC Tournament; Three Games Saturday? Mar 15, 2008
They say tornadoes sound like a train and that sounded like a train, said Alice Conner, a Tennessee basketball fan who was seated high in the Dome. We saw stuff flying, some fabric. (New York Times)
Siegel surprises Antioch Mar 15, 2008
MURFREESBORO Antioch 26-2, Siegel 26-11 Siegel, playing only a few blocks away from their school gym, dealt favored Antioch a 63-51 setback in the Class AAA quarterfinals of the Farm Bureau of Tennessee Basketball Championships Thursday Murphy Center. The Stars, the Region 4 champions, were paced by senior point guard Tyler Cutter with 14 points and five assists. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Tigerettes get 4th gold ball Mar 10, 2008
Marshall County won its fourth TSSAA Class AA state basketball championship by outlasting Milan 44-35 Saturday night in the Farm Bureau of Tennessee Basketball Championships ... Marshall County 45, McMinn Central 43: Defense, a trademark of the Tigerettes, came to the front again in Friday s victory over McMinn Central in the Farm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee Basketball Championships. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
No. 4 Vols playing for top seed in NCAAs Mar 10, 2008
Four years ago it wasn t popular to be a part of the Tennessee basketball team ... Along with Chris and JaJuan, I m proud of being part of the group that changed the way Tennessee basketball was perceived. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Three straight tourney trips for Belmont Mar 9, 2008
"Those teams being what they've been, we've been mentioned quite a bit. ... It's brought a lot of attention to Tennessee basketball.". Copyright 2007 The Associated Press. (USA Today -- Sports)
Belmont 79, Jacksonville 61 Mar 9, 2008
It's brought a lot of attention to Tennessee basketball. . (USA Today -- Sports)
Final Thoughts on Two Big Commitments Mar 7, 2008
In case you haven't noticed, it's been quite a couple of weeks for Tennessee basketball. The Vols have rattled off a list of achievements in the past fortnight aloneknocking off the No. 1 team in the country, being ranked No. 1 themselves, and now claiming an outright SEC regular season titlethat has this team riding a wave of momentum into the postseason. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tigerettes dominate in opener Mar 7, 2008
A year after falling just one win short of a state championship, Marshall County might just have assumed the role of favorites after a 74-45 dismantling of Gibson County in the quarterfinals of the Farm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee Basketball Championships. Things really went our way. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Wayne Co. takes down Forrest Mar 6, 2008
The Lady Cats held off a late Forrest rally to earn a 59-50 win in the opening game of the Farm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee Basketball Championships Wednesday morning. We re two games away, said Wayne County senior Jessica Hammonds of winning the school s second state championship. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Gators, Vols pull role reversal Mar 5, 2008
Coach Bruce Pearl can t help but notice the irony when his Tennessee basketball game visits Florida on Wednesday night. Florida s got 21 wins, and they re probably in (the NCAA tournament), but with a win over Tennessee, it s a shoo-in, Pearl said. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Pivotal Decision Mar 4, 2008
Just when you thought Tennessee basketball couldnt get much better, the Vols land a top 10 center as their first commitment for the Class of 2009 beating, out Alabama, Clemson and Duke for Kenny Hall of Stone Mountain, Ga. Rated the nations No. 10 center prospect and the No. 62 prospect overall, Hall committed to during a visit to see the Vols play. (InsideTennessee.com)
Volunteers honor Grunfeld, retire No. 22 jersey Mar 3, 2008
"We felt like we put Tennessee basketball on the national map," Grunfeld said. "Now, under the leadership of Bruce Pearl, Tennessee basketball is back on the national map.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Ernie G's No. 22 retired Mar 3, 2008
Date: Mar 3, 2008 He gave some of his most memorable performances against Kentucky, so it was only fitting that Tennessee basketball legend Ernie Grunfeld have his number (22) retired Sunday, at halftime of a Vol-Wildcat game. to read the rest of this story. (InsideTennessee.com)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE SPORTS BUDGET Mar 1, 2008
Scripps Howard News Service. Slug: sportsked29 Date: 2008-02-29 00:00:00 Version: original Wire Category: S Words: 252 Bytes: 20992 E-Pub: N Use Warning. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Patterson's out Mar 1, 2008
The biggest problem facing the top-ranked Tennessee basketball team Sunday at Thompson-Boling Arena will no longer be 6-9, 225-pound Kentucky standout Patrick Patterson. It will be overconfidence. (InsideTennessee.com)
Solving Superman Mar 1, 2008
By Editor-in-chiefDate: Feb 29, 2008 Some Tennessee basketball fans believe Bruce Pearl is the SEC's version of Superman. If so, the K in UK must stand for Kryptonite. (InsideTennessee.com)
Last five games big for Dogs, Felton Feb 28, 2008
A beat writer's perspective. Commenting is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
All about heart Feb 28, 2008
"He said, 'Maggie, this is Duke Crews with the University of Tennessee basketball team. I heard you have a little heart hiccup. It's going to work out for you and for me. I heard you're a big fan, and I'll talk to Coach (Bruce) Pearl about some tickets for you.' Maggie was so stunned she could barely even respond.". She did respond, though, in an interesting way. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vols breathe rarefied air headline headline headline Feb 26, 2008
But the UT cagers have never advanced past the Sweet Sixteen, leaving room for more big-time moments in Tennessee basketball history to occur next month. So far, the big moments have been pretty good, like when Tennessee's charter flight arrived in Knoxville at 2:30 Sunday morning to be greeted by a gathering of fans. (The Clarion-Ledger)
After upset, Vols will be No. 1 Feb 25, 2008
Tennessee basketball has had its moments, including the Ernie and Bernie show of the 1970s featuring Ernie Grunfeld and Bernard King. And the Volunteers have 15 NCAA tournament appearances, including two straight. (AZCentral -- Sports)
The No. 1 Team Wears Orange Feb 24, 2008
Memphis --Tennessee basketball has officially entered the Twilight Zone. When Tennessee fans wake up on Monday morning they're going to find that they're rooting for the No. 1 ranked team in the nation, thanks to the Vols inspired 66-62 victory over Memphis in the FedExForum in front a hostile home crowd and a national television audience. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Memphis Basketball Notes Feb 23, 2008
It is the first ever No. 1-2 match-up of NCAA Division I schools in the state of Tennessee basketball history. The Tigers return home after a two-game road trip at UAB Feb. 16 and Tulane Feb. 20. (Gotigersgo.com)
Lebo's lament Feb 22, 2008
Thus, the slogan: ``Tennessee basketball its back ... Only, it came out: ``Tennessee basketball were back. (InsideTennessee.com)
'Step-up time' Feb 21, 2008
By Editor-in-chiefDate: Feb 21, 2008 Glib guy that he is, Tennessee basketball coach Bruce Pearl already found four words to summarize the second-ranked Vols upcoming showdown against top-ranked and unbeaten Memphis. to read the rest of this story. (InsideTennessee.com)
Bring on the hype Feb 21, 2008
For the next few days, Tennessee basketball will be plastered everywhere you look. It's a scenario few people believed would happen and a place that seems unimaginable if you have been a long time follower of Volunteer hoops. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vols Look To Take Care Of Business Feb 20, 2008
For the Tennessee basketball program, and even more so for an energized fan-base, getting through tonight's game with Auburn is a little like taking that last test before Christmas break. In both cases, you've got to take care of business before you can enjoy the payoff, which for the Vols is an apocalyptic One vs. Two showdown with Memphis on Saturday. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Woolridge carrying the load Feb 20, 2008
Tennessee basketball signee Renaldo Woolridge is preparing for his biggest game of the season tonight. For Woolridge, his senior year has been pressure package because he has not only been carrying his team, but he is representing the Vols everything he steps on the basketball floor. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vols Take Look at Oregon Point Guard Feb 20, 2008
To say that there's a lot going on in Tennessee basketball right now would be to understate things greatly. The Vols have plenty on their plate right now in what's shaping up to be the biggest week in the program's history. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Jajuan Smith leading the Vols Feb 19, 2008
Now a senior Smith is a big part of the rebirth of Tennessee basketball and it's his relentless pursuit to be the best player that he can be that makes him the straw that stirs this Big Orange drink. For more on the growth of the Vols senior leader checkout this video feature. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bright Prospects Feb 14, 2008
By SportswriterDate: Feb 13, 2008 Its no secret in Vol Nation that April could be an orange-letter month for Tennessee basketball under Coach Bruce Pearl, as he and the Hun of The Hill remember the Alamodome and aim to return as first-time members of the Final Four. to read the rest of this story. (InsideTennessee.com)
History nice, but Vols want more Feb 6, 2008
When a Tennessee basketball team at least mildly had to worry about losing 20 games. On Tuesday inside raucous Thompson-Boling Arena, Smith helped the seventh-ranked Vols speed past Florida, 104-82, and into the program's history books. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Ernie G's number to be retired Feb 5, 2008
"Ernie had a tremendous impact on Tennessee basketball and has continued to represent us in the NBA ranks as a player, general manager and now team president. Hes a great asset for Tennessee basketball, said Hamilton. Grunfeld is remembered by many UT and SEC fans for his pairing with King to comprise the "The Ernie and Bernie Show" - one of the most powerful combinations in college basketball. He donned the orange and white from 1974-77, earning first team All-America honors in 1975-76... (InsideTennessee.com)
Pearl partial to Patriots Feb 1, 2008
Date: Jan 31, 2008 Tennessee basketball coach Bruce Pearl grew up in Boston and attended Boston College, so it isn't surprising that he's a fan of the New England Patriots. to read the rest of this story. (InsideTennessee.com)
Hurry makes worry Jan 31, 2008
The first thing Bruce Pearl wants each game is for his Tennessee basketball team to play like wild dogs on defense, disrupting opponents by creating a high-speed, chaotic environment. The LAST thing Pearl wants each game is for his team to play with such reckless abandon on offense. (InsideTennessee.com)
Who's your daddy? Jan 29, 2008
The Tennessee Basketball Vols will be facing a long Alabama team and even longer odds tonight at 9 EST in Tuscaloosa ... Alabama and Kentucky have put a pretty good hurt on Tennessee basketball over the years. (InsideTennessee.com)
Vols still pretenders Jan 17, 2008
Date: Jan 16, 2008 Despite a 14-1 record and a No. 6 national ranking, the Tennessee Basketball Vols are in no danger of becoming overconfident. Not as long as Bruce Pearl is their head coach, anyway. (InsideTennessee.com)
Vols Open SEC Against Undefeated Rebs Jan 9, 2008
For the Tennessee basketball team, a pre-season schedule that has included road trips to both sides of the country has all been prelude to this. This' being the start of conference play, which happens on Wednesday night against an undefeated Ole Miss (13-0) squad that has stamped itself as one of the early surprises in all of college basketball. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Encouraging news on Crews Jan 8, 2008
Tennessee basketball player Duke Crews remains sidelined by a heart problem but there is somewhat encouraging news to report. A second battery of tests offers more reason for optimism than the initial tests. (InsideTennessee.com)
Vols Targeting Elite '09 Shooter Jan 8, 2008
Anyone following Tennessee basketball in the two-plus years of the Bruce Pearl era is more than a little aware that the three-point shot figures prominently in the Vols attack. That penchant for the three-ball makes Kentucky prospect Jon Hood, one of the top 'pure-shooters' in the Class of 2009, a logical target for Tennessee. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
