Harris finds total package in Knoxville Nov 20, 2009
He announced that he would be playing for Bruce Pearl's Tennessee basketball squad Thursday evening at the ESPN Zone in New York. Harris was in Knoxville on Tuesday night in a surprise unofficial visit and it was during that trip that he knew Knoxville was the best place for him. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vol great Red Robbins dies Nov 20, 2009
Tennessee basketball All-America and ABA great Austin "Red" Robbins died Wednesday in Metairie, La. after a three-and-a-half year battle with cancer. (InsideTennessee.com)
Pearl seeks 100th win at UT Nov 18, 2009
If Tennessee basketball coach Bruce Pearl ever compiles a scrapbook the UNC Asheville Bulldogs might fill a prominent role in it ... "I care about history, and I want very badly for this to be known as a very special time in Tennessee basketball history. I do," he said. (InsideTennessee.com)
McRae to sign with Vols on Thursday Nov 13, 2009
By Recruiting Analyst InsideTennesseeDate: Nov 11, 2009 One Tennessee Basketball commitment wont waste anytime putting his name on the dotted line for the Vols. The early signing period for basketball and baseball begins today. (The Insiders -- Georgia Prep)
Quest for redemption Nov 11, 2009
Date: Nov 10, 2009 The Tennessee Basketball Vols return their top seven players from 2008-09. They are ranked No. 10 nationally in preseason. (InsideTennessee.com)
Pearl ponders pace Nov 5, 2009
How the Tennessee Basketball Vols play in tonight's exhibition finale against Div. II Lincoln Memorial University could determine how they play all season. at least in terms of tempo. (InsideTennessee.com)
Vols Close Exhibition Slate, Handle LMU Nov 5, 2009
With just eight days left until the 'for real' start of the Tennessee basketball season, the Vols welcomed visiting Lincoln Memorial University into Thompson-Boling for the secod f two exhibition tune-ups prior to the season. The Vols handled the visitors 97-58 without being overly taxed in the process. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vols tame Lions, 117-79 Nov 1, 2009
Date: Oct 31, 2009 It was only an exhibition but Friday's 117-79 blowout of North Alabama was vintage Tennessee basketball. vintage, as in 2007-08. (InsideTennessee.com)
McBee from Mc3 Oct 29, 2009
But it didn't stop one Tennessee basketball player Wednesday afternoon. Please or to read the rest of this story. (InsideTennessee.com)
G-H teacher up for NCAA Woman of the Year Award Oct 18, 2009
Last year s winner was Tennessee basketball player Nkolika Anosike. User Comments - No comments posted. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Confident Hopson Ready To Roll Oct 17, 2009
Few players in Tennessee basketball history entered their freshmen season under the kind of scrutiny that the Vols' [db]Scotty Hopson[/db] saw this time a year ago. The highest rated prospect, and first McDonald's All-American signed by Bruce Pearl, Hopson felt the pressure to produce like an accomplished veteran long before he even slipped on his first practice jersey. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vols to pick up pace Oct 16, 2009
Date: Oct 15, 2009 Tennessee basketball coach Bruce Pearl basically spent the 2008-09 season with his foot tapping the brake pedal. He hopes to spend the 2009-10 season pressing the accelerator. (InsideTennessee.com)
Five-Star Harris Discusses Visit Oct 13, 2009
It all went Tennessee's way on the football field on Saturday afternoon, and Tennessee basketball coaches are hoping that some of that momentum carries over. Bruce Pearl and his staff hosted only official visitor this weekend, but it was a huge one in Rivals. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Names & Faces Sep 26, 2009
The Tennessee basketball coach apologized for a joking remark that linked the rural home of one his players to the Ku Klux Klan ... Names Articles Bruce Pearl The Tennessee basketball coach apologized for a joking remark that linked the rural home of one his players to the Ku Klux Klan. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Flurry Of Activity For Hoops Staff Sep 12, 2009
com, recruiting analystDate: Sep 11, 2009 With the start of the contact period, the Tennessee basketball staff has been on the move. Join us as we take a look at some of the players that Bruce Pearl and company have checked in on and will be seeing in the near future. (InsideTennessee.com)
Walton's Burrows commits to Dogs Jul 10, 2009
Tennessee basketball coach Bruce Pearl will earn $1. 9 million for the 2009-10 season under terms of his new contract, which was extended one year to the 2014-15 season. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Tennessee's Pearl gets $200K raise, extension Jul 9, 2009
Hamilton credits Pearl with leading a "renaissance period" for Tennessee basketball. Since Pearl took over in 2005, the basketball program's revenue has risen from $4. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
From bleak to peak Jul 6, 2009
By Editor-in-chiefDate: Jul 5, 2009 Tennessee basketball has experienced a lot of low points during the past 30 years but March 14, 2005 may have been the lowest. to read the rest of this story. (InsideTennessee.com)
Basketball 'package deals' Jul 3, 2009
Even Tennessee basketball coaches. to read the rest of this story. (InsideTennessee.com)
Back and bombin' Jun 25, 2009
By Editor-in-chiefDate: Jun 24, 2009 One former Tennessee basketball star had scarcely returned from a trip to Memphis when he went off again. figuratively speaking, at least. (InsideTennessee.com)
Rocky Top revenge Jun 24, 2009
Date: Jun 23, 2009 It used to be that getting Tennessee basketball player Wayne Chism frustrated was the best thing an opponent could do. Monday night it was the worst thing. (InsideTennessee.com)
Damon can shoot Jun 19, 2009
Date: Jun 18, 2009 Sharp-tongued former Tennessee basketball coach Kevin O'Neill tossed one of his best-ever barbs at Damon Johnson, a muscle-bound forward who started for the Vols in 1994-95 and 1995-96. to read the rest of this story. (InsideTennessee.com)
A leg up on the competition Jun 18, 2009
Date: Jun 17, 2009 After redshirting as a freshman in 2007-08, Tennessee basketball player Cameron Tatum was looking to get his legs under him in 2008-09. He succeeded but, unfortunately, they weren't healthy legs. (InsideTennessee.com)
Vols AD: Kiffin’s comments are often ‘misunderstood’ May 22, 2009
Former Vol Ramar Smith surrenders to police: Former University of Tennessee basketball guard Ramar Smith has surrendered to police in the investigation of a home invasion robbery. Knox County Jail Officer Betty Shelton told The Associated Press that Smith turned himself in early Thursday on a charge of aggravated robbery. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Vols Class Gets Boost With McBee's Decision May 8, 2009
The Tennessee basketball program got some excellent news on Thursday afternoon when Grainger Co. shooting guard Skylar McBee informed the Vols that he was turning down several scholarship offers to walk-on in Knoxville and pursue his dream of playing for his 'home-team. . (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
17 of 18 UH teams improve May 8, 2009
3), Purdue basketball (1) and Tennessee basketball (1). ACADEMIC PROGRESS RATE. (Honolulu Advertiser)
UH women's volleyball honored, baseball sanctioned by NCAA in academic report May 7, 2009
3), Purdue basketball (1), San Jose State women's basketball (1), men's soccer (n/A) and football (n/a), Tennessee basketball (1) and University of the Pacific baseball (1. 02). (Honolulu Advertiser)
Pearl's Vols working on toughness Apr 28, 2009
Aaron Green knows Bruce Pearl's current University of Tennessee basketball squad isn't ignoring last season's relative disappointments by how early and often the players are rising. Green has spent the past two years as a graduate assistant to Pearl. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
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He was a finalist for the Mr. Tennessee Basketball Award in addition to garnering first team All-State, All-Region and All-Metro accolades. Williams averaged a double-double his junior year (20 ppg, 10 rpg). (UTEP Sports -- Rivals.com)
For two black golfers, path to PGA tour is rocky Apr 2, 2009
O Neal secured backing from celebrities like actor Will Smith and Wade Houston, the former University of Tennessee basketball coach and father of NBA star Allan Houston. He appeared ready to deliver on his promise in 2000 at PGA Tour Qualifying School. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Vols focus is on the Cowboys Mar 18, 2009
While for many the chatter about Tennessee basketball on Monday was about where the Vols were seeded and how they were unfairly placed in the 8-9 seed game. And while head coach Bruce Pearl is still not pleased with the results of Sunday's selection, Pearl's focus and his team's focus has moved from their seeding to their opponent, Oklahoma State. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vols Eviscerate Alabama Mar 14, 2009
We're celebrating 100 years of Tennessee basketball this year. We've got a terrific history. (InsideTennessee.com)
Anyone for Fun 'n' games (Today) Mar 12, 2009
Well, the story that followed from our good friends at The Associated Press included this: Current Tennessee basketball coach Bruce Pearl was an administrative assistant at Boston College in 1981, when the Eagles made the NCAA tournament. The mascot got sick, so Pearl was ordered to put on the beak. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Long way to play Mar 9, 2009
"But the Tennessee fans love Tennessee basketball so they are going to find a way to get down there to see us playing. Sometimes there won't be a lot of tickets left but Tennessee fans are going to do everything they can to get those tickets so they can see us play.'Vanderbilt coach Kevin Stallings' Commodores played in the early rounds of last year's NCAA Tournament at the facility."I don't know what the atmosphere will be like, but in terms of the setup, I thought the venue in terms of the... (Florida Today)
Third time's no charm Mar 4, 2009
The Tennessee Basketball Vols are the embodiment of the old saying about taking two steps forward, one step back. . (InsideTennessee.com)
Pearl On Leadership, Better Late Than Never Mar 4, 2009
A Tennessee basketball season that has had more plot twists than a good mystery novel took another turn over the weekend when the Vols spanked Florida at home. That win put Bruce Pearl's team back in control of its own destiny in the chase for a second consecutive SEC East title, but that control could be short-lived with a match-up for all the marbles looming in Columbia, S.C. on Thursday night. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Vols not 'in' yet Mar 3, 2009
Say this much for Tennessee basketball coach Bruce Pearl: He isn't swayed by public opinion. One week ago, with fans grumbling that his Vols had played their way out of the NCAA Tournament via lopsided losses at (81-65) and (77-58), Pearl insisted that UT needed only to beat to get back on track for an invitation to The Dance. (InsideTennessee.com)
Vols Host Bulldogs With Backs Against The Wall Feb 26, 2009
The phrase 'must-win' gets tossed around liberally in the world of sports, but for a slumping Tennessee basketball team, the term fits. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
Another lock-out at UT? Feb 24, 2009
By Editor-in-chiefDate: Feb 23, 2009 Desperate times call for desperate measures, and these are desperate times for the Tennessee Basketball Vols. to read the rest of this story. (InsideTennessee.com)
Dogs have plenty of bite Feb 24, 2009
Date: Feb 23, 2009 If you were concocting the ideal gameplan to beat the Tennessee Basketball Vols, you probably would build it around two things. to read the rest of this story. (InsideTennessee.com)
Quick Thoughts On A Costly Loss Feb 19, 2009
The roller-coaster ride that is the Tennessee basketball season continued on Wednesday night with the ride taking a noticeable and sharp downward trajectory. With a golden opportunity to grab sole possession of first place in the SEC East the Vols came out flat and got manhandled by a short-handed Ole Miss squad 81-65. (Tennessee Sports -- Rivals.com)
UT's all-century team Feb 14, 2009
The University of Tennessee basketball program on Friday announced its 20-man All-Century Team which will be honored as part of the 100 Year Celebration and Alumni Reception. " The official announcement ended a season-long celebration that also relived the Greatest Shots in basketball history. The history of Tennessee basketball is full of student-athletes and coaches who helped shape what we know today, head mens basketball coach Bruce Pearl said. I think this group of men... (InsideTennessee.com)
Athletes: We'd pay to watch Tiger play Feb 8, 2009
" "If there could be five people in the world who I would want to 00004000 meet, he'd be one of them," University of Tennessee basketball coach Bruce Pearl said. "The way he keeps raising the bar is fascinating to me. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
