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Ole Miss upsets Vanderbilt again to reach SEC women’s semifinals

Vanderbilt's stay at the SEC women's basketball tournament lasted just one day. Ole Miss has already been around twice as long and is hoping for a full weekend.

By The Associated Press March 6, 2026

AP photo by Chris Carlson / Vanderbilt guard Aga Makurat (24) and forward Sacha Washington sit on the bench during the Commodores' loss to Ole Miss in an SEC quarterfinal Friday in Greenville, S.C.

Trump plans to issue executive order to spur changes to college sports

President Donald Trump predicted the destruction not just of college sports but the entire U.S. collegiate system unless the industry is fixed quickly.

By EDDIE PELLS / The Associated Press March 6, 2026

AP photo by Julia Demaree Nikhinson / President Donald Trump speaks during a roundtable discussion on college sports Friday in the East Room of the White House in Washington.

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.