Rick Nyman

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Rick Nyman grew up in Anniston, Alabama and attended the University of Alabama. His television career started at WJSU-TV in Anniston where he had the opportunity to cover SEC football with Alabama and Auburn. Anniston is just 20 minutes from the Talladega Speedway, so NASCAR was a big part of his sports coverage. Due to this he was able to interview Davey Allison, Dale Earnhardt, Jeff Gordon, and several other top-name NASCAR drivers.

Rick’s next television job was in Savannah, Georgia, where he covered basketball player Kwame Brown (now with the Washington Wizards), who later became the first ever high school player selected as the top pick in the NBA draft. He covered the PGA Tour’s annual swing thru Hilton Head and also had the opportunity of covering the Atlanta Falcons Super Bowl appearance in 1999 in Miami.

Rick especially enjoys all the atmosphere, tradition and drama of college football. He also likes profiling sports personalities and learning what drives them both on and off the field. If he’s not covering sports, he’s either watching Seinfield or David Letterman, playing golf, reading, or working out. What he enjoys about Chattanooga is the passion people have for sports. The mountainous region of Chattanooga reminds him of his hometown of Anniston, which also has big, beautiful trees and plenty of hills.

You can contact Rick at rnyman@wdef.com.

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Titans Kicker Ryan Succop Moved Off PUP List

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee Titans are getting kicker Ryan Succop and tight end Jonnu Smith are both back on the field and off the physically unable to perform list after each passed physicals. The Titans announced the roster…

Acuna Shines Again as Braves Beat the Mets

ATLANTA (AP) - Ronald Acuña Jr. homered and threw out a runner at the plate to back Max Fried's fifth straight win, leading the Atlanta Braves past the New York Mets 5-3 on a sweltering Tuesday night. With Atlanta under…

Vols DB Baylen Buchanan Fighting Spinal Condition

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee defensive back Baylen Buchanan has a spinal condition that makes his status for this season uncertain. Buchanan started all 12 games for Tennessee last year but hasn't been participating in preseason practice. Tennessee coach Jeremy…

Position Battles Continue on Rocky Top

(utsports.com) KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Cornerback Bryce Thompson and punter Joe Doyle were freshman All-Americans a year ago, but the Vols remain in competition at their respective positions during fall camp. Tennessee football head coach Jeremy Pruitt stressed that competition remains at nearly every…

“34-33” Battle Cry Fuels Notre Dame

Notre Dame felt they had a state title contender last year before disaster struck in the playoffs. Now the Irish are hoping to build off that ugly memory this season. Shake down the thunder. Notre Dame was beating Franklin Road…

Jaguars Sign Former Mocs All-American Davis Tull

(gomocs.com) Former University of Tennessee at Chattanooga All-American Davis Tull was signed by the Jacksonville Jaguars on Friday, Aug. 9.  Tull was a three-time Southern Conference Defensive Player of the Year and holds the league’s all-time sack record with 37.0…

East Ridge Hoping For a Fast Start in 2019

When East Ridge burst on the scene last fall, they lost their first six games. So a fast start is a big deal this season. Said safety Keanu Johnson:"It's very important, so we can set the tone for the season.…

CFC Set to Begin Play For the Members Cup

The conference season is over for the CFC. Time now for the new Members Cup. A three month season made up of six teams. Chattanooga opens play Saturday as they host the famous New York Cosmos. Said head coach Bill…

Who Me?… Vols Jauan Jennings on Talking Trash

The receiving corps should be a big strength for Tennessee this fall. They return four seniors, including Jauan Jennings. Jennings is never one to back down from a challenge. Thursday he tried to dispel his reputation for talking smack, although…

South Pittsburg Aiming For Return to State Title Game

We're used to seeing South Pittsburg make deep playoff runs, but they haven't made the state title game since 2013. The Pirates might have the Cookeville formula this year because they've got talent combined with experience. Said head coach Vic…

Vols Lose DL Emmit Gooden to Season Ending Knee Injury

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee's Emmit Gooden will miss the entire season with a knee injury, leaving the Volunteers without their most experienced player on a defensive line that has no returning starters. Vols coach Jeremy Pruitt says Gooden tore…

Braves Play Long Ball in Win Over Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Ozzie Albies homered twice in his second straight four-hit game, Ronald Acuña Jr. and Freddie Freeman both went deep, and the Atlanta Braves again powered their way past the Minnesota Twins 11-7 on Wednesday. Max Fried (13-4)…

Vols Release 2020 Football Schedule

(utsports.com) BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Tennessee football released its complete 2020 schedule on Wednesday with marquee matchups against Southeastern Conference rivals Florida and Alabama highlighting the seven-game home slate. The Volunteers will also travel to Norman, Okla., for an early-season non-conference showdown…

Georgia-Auburn Game Moving to October in 2020

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Auburn and Georgia will play the Deep South's oldest rivalry earlier than usual in 2020. The traditional rivals meet Oct. 10 in Athens, Georgia that season. The SEC released the league-wide schedules for 2020 Wednesday. It's…

Ooltewah Looking to Replace Talented Play Makers

After losing their top two play-makers, the Ooltewah Owls have some big shoes to fill, and they have to do it with mostly sophomores. 6A football forces young players to grow up fast, and that's exactly what head coach Scott…

McMinn Co Must Fight Adversity to be Successful

McMinn County heads into the new football season searching for their first winning year since 2016, and that can be a tough journey when you play in the state's biggest classification. If you're looking to discuss the finer points of…

Vols Coach Jeremy Pruitt Wants Ball-Hawking Defense

(utsports.com) KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee football head coach Jeremy Pruitt is looking for a smart, aggressive and ball-hawking defense as he begins year two on Rocky Top. Pruitt met with the media following Friday's first practice of fall camp after inclement…