Vols guard Yves Pons has decided to return to the University of Tennessee for his senior season on Rocky Top. Pons declared for the NBA Draft last spring, but he has announced that he is no longer a draft prospect.…
Cleveland will feature plenty of new faces on the sidelines this fall with five new assistants, including offensive coordinator Tracy Malone, and defensive coordinator David Barger. Said head coach Marty Wheeler:"We're really pleased with the feedback we have gotten from…
ATLANTA (AP) - Atlanta Braves ace Mike Soroka had to be helped off the field in the third inning against the New York Mets after tumbling to the infield grass with an injured right leg. Soroka was hurt after delivering…
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) How would you like to run 300 miles across the state of Tennessee..in July? Somebody was crazy enough to come up with a race called the Volstate 500K, and Cleveland residents Jeff Salyer and Duane Goff were crazy…
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Yoshi Tsutsugo had a two-run single during a five-run third inning and the Tampa Bay Rays won their fourth consecutive game, 5-2 over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night.Yonny Chirinos became the second consecutive Rays…
Jimmie Johnson is more determined than ever to race in the IndyCar Series after his long-awaited test session. The seven-time NASCAR champion spent Tuesday at Indianapolis Motor Speedway testing an Indy car with Chip Ganassi Racing. He spun twice on…
(tssaa.org) In a press conference today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that he will soon sign Executive Order No. 55, which will include TSSAA member schools in an exception to contact sports restrictions. “We appreciate being able to work with…
The Tennessee Titans have placed their top draft pick on the COVID-19/reserve list. Coach Mike Vrabel announced that move Tuesday at the end of a 40-minute video conference call with reporters. The Titans drafted offensive lineman Isaiah Wilson with the…
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Hunter Renfroe homered twice and Tampa Bay pitchers set a team nine-inning record with 19 strikeouts in the Rays’ 14-5 romp over the Atlanta Braves. Tyler Glasnow struck out nine and allowed one hit over…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) When Boyd Buchanan hits the gridiron this fall, they'll be repping the city of Chattanooga with their new helmets. The Bucs head gear has a unique design, which will feature the Scenic City skyline. Said head coach Jeremy Bosken:"Our…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The coronavirus still creates a lot of unknowns as football season approaches. As Chattanooga finally begins summer workouts, the Mocs are preparing to play any position necessary to get a full team on the field. News 12's Rick Nyman…
Chattanooga, TN (WDEF-TV) - The CFC and Chattanooga Red Wolves both hit the road this weekend. Might as well get Clark Griswold and Cousin Eddie to tag along because it should be a road trip adventure traveling during a pandemic.…
NEW YORK (AP) - The NFL Players Association has agreed to the league’s plan to drop all preseason games for the 2020 season, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity…
Since fans will not be allowed to attend major league baseball games this season, the Atlanta Braves are offering fans a chance to have a cardboard cut-out of themselves placed in the stands for home games at Truist Park. The…
ATLANTA (AP) - The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to terms with each of their six draft picks, including cornerback A.J. Terrell, their first-round selection from Clemson. The Falcons also agreed to terms with defensive tackle Marlon Davidson, offensive lineman Matt…
Heritage high school football practice has been put on hold for one week after a player tested positive for the coronavirus. Generals head coach E.K. Slaughter says workouts will resume on July 27th. That will give players who might have…
Georgia's governing body for high school sports has pushed back the start of football season for two weeks, until the week of Sept. 4. The Georgia High School Association still plans for a full 10-game regular season and a full…
ATLANTA (AP) - The Atlanta Braves have removed a “Chop On” sign that sat near an entrance to Truist Park as the team considers its stance on fans’ tomahawk chop chant. The removal of the wooden sign came as the…
Yasile Puig's career with the Atlanta Braves is over before it even started after the outfielder announced he has tested positive for the coronavirus, although he says he is asymptomatic. Puig agreed to a one year deal with Atlanta, but…
Southeastern Conference schools will honor the scholarships of athletes who opt not to participate in fall competition because of concerns about COVID-19. The league announced the decision Friday, saying the athletes will remain in good standing with their team. SEC’s…
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee has dismissed defensive lineman Emmit Gooden hours after his arrest on aggravated domestic assault. Team spokesman Bill Martin confirmed that Gooden was dismissed from the program Thursday night. Gooden was arrested Thursday morning and charged…
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Last year Boyd Buchanan's Karson Gay was kind of skinny receiver. This year he has bulked into a tight end after hitting the weights, and Power Five colleges are taking notice. Karson Gay didn't do Netflix during the downtime…
(chattanoogaredwolves-sc.com)- Chattanooga Red Wolves SC and USL League One announce the 2020 full season schedule which highlights the inaugural home opener of CHI Memorial Stadium on August 1st and a highly anticipated season finale against Forward Madison at home. In…
The Atlanta Braves outfield should be a blast this year with Ronald Acuna, and the newly acquired Yasiel Puig, who should soon join the team. Like Acuna, Puig combines power and speed, which he displayed for the Chattanooga Lookouts when…
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee tight end Austin Pope says he had surgery Thursday to repair a herniated disk in his back. Pope shared the update in a Twitter post, saying he had been dealing with a lot of nerve…
UNDATED (AP) - The NCAA has released its latest guidance to help member schools navigate competition during the coronavirus pandemic, and they come as the prospects of actually playing look grim. The NCAA says college football players should be tested…
The Chattanooga Red Wolves will make their season debut in their brand new stadium. USL League One announced on Thursday that the Red Wolves will kick off the season by hosting FC Tucson on August 1st at the new CHI…
Decatur, TN-(WDEF-TV) Meigs County coach Jason Fitzgerald looks for a return trip to the state title game this season. It's always a journey to get to Cookeville, much like the journey Fitzgerald has endured during his coaching career. Rhea County…
BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) - Chase Elliott joined his father as winner of NASCAR’s annual All-Star race. He earned the $1 million prize Wednesday in front of limited spectators at Bristol Motor Speedway. Bill Elliott won the race in 1986. The…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee Titans have agreed to a new contract with Derrick Henry, keeping the NFL rushing leader around and not playing under the franchise tag before the NFL deadline for an extension. The team announced the…
The coolest part of every high football Friday night is when the teams bust through the banners. And these days, those player entrances are getting more elaborate with smoke, blow up helmets, and fireworks. Who wouldn't want to run through…
Bradley Central receiver Tray Curry has verbally committed to play college football at Virginia Tech. He made the announcement Tuesday on social media. The 6'4 senior wide-out is rated as the state of Tennessee's 13th best prospect according to 247…
ATLANTA (AP) - Ronald Acuña Jr. is more important than ever for the Atlanta Braves in their 60-game season. After Freddie Freeman tested positive for the coronavirus and Nick Markakis opted out for the season, the 22-year-old Acuña may have…
ATLANTA (AP) - A person with knowledge of the deal says the Atlanta Braves have agreed to a one-year deal with free agent outfielder Yasiel Puig. The person spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity Tuesday because…
If the college football season does kick, quarterback J.T. Daniels will be eligible to play right away for the Georgia Bulldogs. Daniels announced on social media Monday that the NCAA has declared him eligible to play. The former Southern Cal…
Southeastern Conference athletic directors met in person Monday at league headquarters in Alabama to discuss the prospects for a football season with COVID-19 cases spiking throughout much of the South. SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey said in a statement afterward that…
The new intense workout regiment is paying off for golfer Bryson DeChambeau. In his victory last weekend in Detroit, the bulked up Tour star averaged a staggering 350-yards off the tee. The UTC golf team is no stranger to using…
The Pac-12 has become the second major conference to shift to a conference-only fall schedule amid growing concerns over the coronavirus pandemic. The announcement came after a meeting of the Pac-12 CEO Group, a day after the Big Ten opted…
(press release) ATLANTA – The Atlanta Braves and Miami Marlins will play a pair of exhibition games on July 21 and July 22 at Truist Park in Atlanta, prior to the start of the 2020 regular season. Tuesday’s game on…
The good news for the CFC. They finally play their first home game of the year on Saturday as they entertain the Georgia Revolution at eight o'clock.