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Jordan Frison stepping up helps UTC men build some momentum

Mocs head to SoCon tournament having won three of their past four games

By Gene Henley March 5, 2026

Staff photo by Seth Carpenter / UTC junior guard Jordan Frison drives to the basket during a SoCon regular-season game against UNC Greensboro on Feb. 26 at McKenzie Arena. Frison and his team have surged together recently, with the Mocs winning three of their past four games heading into the SoCon tournament that tips off Friday in Asheville, N.C.

Gianna Corbitt, 3-point success help UTC women roll in SoCon quarterfinals

The UTC women's basketball team knocked down a season-high 13 3-pointers and never trailed while defeating Western Carolina to open the SoCon tournament Thursday.

By Gene Henley March 5, 2026

Staff file photo by Seth Carpenter / UTC sophomore forward Gianna Corbitt had 20 points, five rebounds and four assists to lead the top-seeded Mocs to a 66-47 win against Western Carolina in the opening game of the SoCon tournament Thursday in Asheville, N.C.

Playing it safe: UTC men set record for game with fewest turnovers

It was a regular-season finale of little consequence to the Southern Conference standings heading into the league tournament.

By Sam Kohn March 5, 2026

Staff photo by Seth Carpenter / UTC's Makai Richards protects the ball from Virginia Military Institute's Linus Holmstrom during the SoCon regular-season finale for both teams Saturday at McKenzie Arena. UTC finished the game having committed just two turnovers, while VMI had half as many as the teams combined for three to set an NCAA Division I basketball record for the fewest in a game since Sports Reference began reliable play-by-play data tracking in 2005.

Cutcliffe’s influence with Vols now on the defensive side

For nearly 20 football seasons, David Cutcliffe directly impacted Tennessee's offensive fortunes.

By David Paschall March 5, 2026

Tennessee Athletics photo / David Cutcliffe was Peyton Manning's offensive coordinator at Tennessee and called the plays during the program's run to the 1998 national championship, but his coaching tree is now influencing the defense of the Volunteers.

Transfer calendar change could lead to resurgence of spring football games

The disappearance of the spring window for the NCAA transfer portal creates the opportunity for a reappearance of spring football games across the country.

By STEVE MEGARGEE / The Associated Press March 5, 2026

AP photo by Colin Hubbard / Georgia defensive back Joenel Aguero, right, breaks up a pass intended for Noah Thomas during the Bulldogs' G-Day spring game last April 12 at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga.

NCAA appeals in attempt to keep Ole Miss QB from playing in 2026

The NCAA has filed an appeal in the eligibility case of Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss.

By The Associated Press March 5, 2026

AP photo by Matthew Hinton / Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss (6) celebrates with teammates after the Rebels beat Georgia in the College Football Playoff's Sugar Bowl quarterfinal on Jan. 1 at the Superdome in New Orleans.

Lady Vols’ NCAA tourney streak looks shaky after seven-game skid

Tennessee has never missed the NCAA Division I women's basketball tournament. Whether the Lady Vols make a 43rd consecutive appearance remains to be seen.

By STEVE REED / The Associated Press March 5, 2026

Tennessee Athletics photo by Kate Luffman / Tennessee freshman guard Mia Pauldo brings the ball up the court during the Lady Vols' game against Alabama in the second round of the SEC tournament Thursday night at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C.

Kentucky races past Georgia to reach SEC women’s quarterfinals

Kentucky will be back for a third round of action at the SEC tournament Friday, along with Alabama. Lasting longer than one day proved too much for Georgia and Tennessee.

By The Associated Press March 5, 2026

AP file photo by George Walker IV / Kentucky center Clara Strack hit five 3-pointers in a 33-point performance to lead the Wildcats to their second straight victory in the second round of the SEC tournament Thursday, a 76-61 rout of Georgia in Greenville, S.C.

Vols win again as Wright gets hit twice: ‘I’m just going to wear it’

Garrett Wright made his Tennessee debut Wednesday afternoon and quickly showed why his objective is to get on base by any means necessary.

By David Paschall March 4, 2026

Tennessee Athletics photo by Kyndall Williams / Tennessee junior center fielder Garrett Wright, shown during fall ball, was hit by two pitches during Wednesday's 11-2 triumph over Oakland.

Barnes believes Ament resting could be ‘blessing in disguise’ for Vols

The Tennessee Volunteers are undefeated this basketball season when Nate Ament doesn't play, but they obviously would prefer to have him on the floor.