Cleveland Falls 3-2 to Siegel in Sub-State
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) The Cleveland volleyball team lost a heartb reaker to Siegel in sub-state action on Thursday. The Stars won 3-2 to advance to the state tournament in Murfreesboro.
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5th Ranked Ole Miss Carries Unbeaten Record to Athens For Showdown With Georgia
No. 5 Ole Miss (6-0, 3-0 SEC) at No. 9 Georgia (5-1, 3-1), Saturday, 3:30 p.m. ET (ABC) Georgia bounced back from a Week 5 loss to Alabama with a 20-10 win against Auburn but the Bulldogs have looked sluggish at times.…
Third Saturday in October Rivalry Features Potent Offenses
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — Playing for his third school in four years, Alabama receiver Germie Bernard needed just a few words to sum up the rivalry known as the “Third Saturday in October.” “This is what you come to Alabama…
Mike Vrabel Returns to Face the Titans
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Mike Vrabel congratulated Brian Callahan when Tennessee hired him as Vrabel’s successor as the Titans’ head coach. Vrabel also texted Callahan after being fired six games into his second season. “I just remember all those coaches or people that reached…
Battle of Top Dual-Threat Running Backs Sunday Between Bijan Robinson and Christian McCaffrey
SANTA CLARA. Calif. (AP) — Christian McCaffrey has long been the standard when it comes to dual-threat running backs in the NFL with his ability to run routes like a receiver on the outside as well as being able to…
Heritage Wins Two Against Gilmer to Start Playoffs
Ringgold, GA-(WDEF-TV) Heritage opened the state softball playoffs against Gilmer on Wednesday. The Generals won game one 11-1. After falling behind 2-0 in game two, Heritage rallied for an 8-2 victory.
Gordon Lee Opens Playoffs With Victories Over Fannin Co
Chickamauga, GA-(WDEF-TV) Gordon Lee opened the softball state playoffs with a strong showing against Fannin Co. The Trojans won game one 12-0 and game two 8-0.
South Pitt Gives New Meaning to Football Phrase “A Good Offense is a Good Defense”
South Pittsburg took the football phrase, a good offense is a good defense, to a whole new level last Friday against Lookout Valley. The Pirates scored three defensive touchdowns. On three consecutive possessions. South Pitt coach Wes Stone wasn't sure…
CFC Preparing to Host Playoff Game Sunday Against Huntsville
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The CFC earned a home playoff game against Huntsville on Sunday night. It's quite an achievement for the Chattanooga soccer club, and the playoff selection process was quite an achievement as well. [blox_vms account="WDEF" key="24643bc10a2bf1fe30ee91fd3f106eab433ab1e0" vtitle="CFC Prepares For Home…
Vols QB Joey Aguilar Exceeding Expectations
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Joey Aguilar stayed on the ground after a long run and the Tennessee fans held their breath until he sat up. Then they started chanting “Joey! Joey!” The quarterback who came through the transfer portal from Appalachian State via a…
Baylor Racks Up the Goals in 8-1 Win Over GPS
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Baylor barely beat rival GPS during the regular season posting a 1-0 victory. Goals were not a problem for the Lady Raiders in their rematch with their cross-town rival. The two faced off in their region tournament semifinals. Baylor…
Add Coaching Friendship to Rail Rivalry Between Mocs and ETSU
There's a new layer to the Mocs-ETSU rivalry on Saturday. Bucs head coach Will Healy is a Chattanooga native, and a former UTC assistant. He's also good friends with current Mocs head coach Rusty Wright. [blox_vms account="WDEF" key="ee9e23567840a0af0d0bd864a025e68a306dc860" vtitle="Add Coaching…
Vols Hoping to Build Off Best Rushing Performance of the Year
(utsports.com) – As game week preparations for No. 11/11 Tennessee's annual "Third Saturday in October" rivalry game against No. 6/6 Alabama continue, one of the Volunteers' major points of emphasis this week is trying to build off their best rushing…
Georgia QB Gunner Stockton Earning Reputation For Toughness
Gunner Stockton is earning a reputation for toughness in his first full season as No. 9 Georgia’s starting quarterback, taking full advantage of his skills as a runner and passer. There are times his toughness has drawn criticism for taking hits at…
Cleveland Beats Bradley Central 3-0 For Region Title
Cleveland, TN-(WDEF-TV) Cleveland and Bradley Central both won their semifinal matches in their region volleyball tournament on Monday. Then the two cross-town rivals hooked up in the region finals, and Cleveland…
Titans Turn to Assistant Mike McCoy as Interim Coach
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans’ history with interim coaches offers little hope that firing coach Brian Callahan on Monday will pay off this season. Jeff Fisher went 1-5 replacing Jack Pardee with the then-Houston Oilers in 1994. Mike Mularkey was…
Falcons Ride Big Night From Bijan Robinson to Beat Buffalo 24-14
ATLANTA (AP) — Bijan Robinson matched a career high with 170 rushing yards and gave Atlanta an early two-touchdown lead with the NFL’s longest run of the season, and the Falcons denied Josh Allen’s comeback attempt to beat the Buffalo Bills…
Tennessee Basketball Picked to Finish Third in the SEC
(utsports.com)– The SEC released Monday morning the results of the men's basketball preseason voting by its select panel of league and national media members. Tennessee placed third in the SEC preseason poll, behind only first-place Florida and second-place Kentucky. This is…
Top 15 Showdown When Tennessee and Bama Renew Third Saturday in October Rivalry
(utsports.com) — The Third Saturday in October returns under the lights as No. 11 Tennessee hits the road to face No. 6 Alabama at 7:30 p.m. ET Saturday in Bryant-Denny Stadium. The 108th meeting between the storied rivals will air…
News and Notes on Vols-Arkansas Matchup
(utsports.com)– A rested and refreshed Tennessee team returns to Neyland Stadium to host an Arkansas squad with a new-look coaching staff this Saturday afternoon at 4:15 p.m. Saturday will be the only home game this month for the 12th-ranked Volunteers…
Titans Kicker Joey Slye Out Against the Raiders With Calf Injury
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans will be without kicker Joey Slye when they visit the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday because of an injured right calf. Slye made the game-winning 29-yard field goal last week, lifting the Titans to their…
QB Showdown Highlights Region Matchup Between Calhoun and NW Whitfield
Should be quite the quarterback battle on Friday when Calhoun visits Northwest Whitfield. The Yellow Jackets feature a dual-threat quarterback in Trace Hawkins, while the Bruins counter with dual-threat quarterback Gavin Nuckolls. Never easy on the defenses when you have…
Boyd Buchanan Wins Shootout Over Silverdale 49-28
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Boyd Buchanan and Silverdale combined for nearly 1,000 yards of offense on Thursday with the Bucs prevailing 49-28. Boyd enjoyed a 28-21 advantage at halftime , and they got…
Georgia Coaches Ready to Adapt to New Playoff Changes
The GHSA voted 66-to-1 this week to shake up how Georgia playoff teams are selected and seeded starting next year. Brian Armstrong has the details.
Vols Must be Adaptable With Interim Coach at Arkansas
(utsports.com) Back on the grass at Haslam Field, the 12th-ranked Vols are focused on being adaptable against an Arkansas team under interim head coach Bobby Petrino and interim defensive coordinator Chris Wilson. "It kind of has a feel like the…
Auburn Will Try to End 8 Game Losing Skid to Georgia With a Struggling Offense
AUBURN, Ala. (AP) — Maybe a visit from Cam Newton will spark Auburn’s woeful offense. Newton’s No. 2 jersey will be formally retired when the Tigers host rival and No. 10 Georgia on Saturday night. Auburn should welcome any tips,…
Missouri Seeks Rare Win Against Alabama
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — Missouri hasn’t beaten Alabama in football since 1975. In fact, none of the six meetings since have been very close, including those as Southeastern Conference rivals. If the No. 14 Tigers are serious about contending in…
Bradley Central Beats Soddy Daisy 3-0 For District Title
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Bradley Central volleyball team claimed their district tournament title on Wednesday at East Hamilton High School. The Bears beat Soddy Daisy 3-0 to sew up the championship. [blox_vms account="WDEF" key="3e80507b39249767158088010b04fe377b879bf2" vtitle="Bradley Central Beats Soddy Daisy 3-0 For District…
Chattanooga’s Olivia Reeves Continues to Break Weightlifting World Records
Chattanooga native Olivia Reeves won Olympic gold in weightlifting at the Summer games in 2024. Now she's busy breaking world records. At the senior world championships Wednesday in Norway, Reeves set three world records for the snatch, clean and jerk,…
Baylor’s David Gabriel-Georges Enjoyed a ‘Night to Remember’ Against McCallie
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Baylor-McCallie game featured some star power with Peyton Manning and Tony Vitello in the stands. But the biggest star was on the field. Baylor running back David Gabriel-Georges. He rushed for over 280-yards with three touchdown runs, which…
NCAA Approves Single January Window For Transfer Portal
The NCAA approved a single January transfer window in college football on Wednesday, a move that will allow coaches with high-stakes postseason games to focus more on matchups than player retention. The Division I Administrative Committee approved the new window of January 2-16. Bowl…
Black Hoodie Gaining Fame For Bama Coach Kalen DeBoer
Missouri intends to wear its black jerseys for Saturday’s high-profile showdown with Alabama. Evidently, Crimson Tide coach Kalen DeBoer plans to wear black, too. During an SEC conference call with reporters Wednesday, Tigers coach Eli Drinkwitz hung around on the line…
Titans Jeffery Simmons Enjoying Outstanding Season Despite Team Struggles
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee coach Brian Callahan can’t praise Jeffery Simmons enough for how the three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle is playing to start this season. Simmons’ play is easy to miss after the Titans opened the season with a four-game skid before…
Baylor Grad Henry Ford Hoping to Shine With Vols Baseball Team
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Baylor Grad Henry Ford left the Virginia baseball team this spring and transferred to Tennessee. Ford left his mark with the Cavaliers, leading the team in homers and hits last year. Now Ford wouldn't mind doing the same on…
SEC Reveals Tip Times and TV Network Coverage For Vols Basketball Games
(utsports.com) – The Southeastern Conference announced Tuesday afternoon the game times, network designations and final date selections for the upcoming 2025-26 men's basketball season. During league action, the Volunteers have three games slated for ESPN, five for ESPN/2, two for ESPN/2/U,…
Silverdale Beats Notre Dame 3-0 For District Title
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Silverdale claimed their district tournament volleyball title on Monday night with a 3-0 win over Notre Dame.
Vols Prepare For Arkansas With Interim Coach in Bobby Petrino
(govols.com) – Fresh off its first open week of the year, No. 12/12 Tennessee has turned its full attention to a dangerous Arkansas team that'll visit Neyland Stadium this Saturday afternoon (4:15 p.m. ET on SEC Network). This weekend's contest…
Titans Capitalize on Arizona’s Mistakes to Snap 10 Game Losing Skid
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans bought themselves a break from the questions about losing and whether coach Brian Callahan should be fired. Arizona certainly helped with two costly turnovers. The difference this time was that the Titans took full advantage for…
Chauncey Bowens Maturing as Georgia Running Back
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Chauncey Bowens believes he is maturing in his second year at Georgia. Coach Kirby Smart has noticed. Bowens, a redshirt freshman, has emerged as No. 10 Georgia’s leading rusher entering Saturday night’s game at Auburn after…
Baylor QB Briggs Cherry Continues to Gain Confidence
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Baylor senior quarterback Briggs Cherry continues to gain confidence in his game this year. The talented signal caller has already verbally committed to Louisville. Brian Armstrong has his story.