Dalton Hoping Chris Prewett Can Change Catamounts Recent Fortunes
Dalton, GA-(WDEF-TV) The Georgia high school football season kicks off in earnest Friday. Dalton is on the road against North Murray. It was a long road for…
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NCAA Fines Michigan Millions For Sign Stealing Scandal
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The NCAA fined Michigan tens of millions of dollars Friday and suspended coach Sherrone Moore for a third game as punishment for a sprawling sign-stealing scandal that has loomed over college football’s winningest program for…
Vols Wrap Up Second Scrimmage
(utsports.com) Tennessee football completed its second scrimmage Friday in Neyland Stadium as preseason camp winds down for the 18th-ranked Volunteers. The action saw first team offense going against first team defense in thud sessions with multiple quarterbacks getting reps with…
Northwest Whitfield Opens the Year With 35-13 Win Over Coahulla Creek
Tunnel Hill, GA-(WDEF-TV) Northwest Whitfield opened their season on Thursday evening with a 35-13 win over cross-town rival Coahulla Creek. The Bruins raced out to a quick 14-0 lead on a Gavin Knuckolls touchdown pass and a Knuck [blox_vms account="WDEF"…
Former Baylor Baseball Star Cooper Kinney Returns Home to Face Lookouts
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) Former Baylor baseball star Cooper Kinney is hoping for a big homecoming this week. He's an infielder for the Montgomery Biscuits. Montgomery is in the Scenic City to battle the Chattanooga [blox_vms account="WDEF" key="2282238c56eeddc074a1ebd5ac45a4d21d21748a" vtitle="Former Baylor Baseball Star Cooper…
SEC Looking to Regain Championship Form
Southeastern Conference football is experiencing a championship drought. The powerhouse league hasn’t won or even played for a national title since the 2022 season. It’s a skid that just means more given the SEC’s nearly two decades of gridiron dominance,…
Mocs Ready to Unleash One-Two Punch at Running Back
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Mocs saw nine starters transfer out of the program after last season, including their leading rusher Reggie Davis. He tallied 850-yards rushing and was named All-SoCon. But it appears the Mocs backfield will be in good hands…
Titans Throw Falcons QB Michael Penix to the Ground to Start Scuffle
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. was surprised to find himself in the middle of a scuffle that interrupted his team’s second joint practice with the Tennessee Titans on Wednesday. After connecting with Ray-Ray McCloud III on…
NCAA Officially Cracking Down on CFB Players Faking Injuries
Officials will be cracking down on college football players who feign injuries, the number of overtime timeouts will be reduced and referees will use different verbiage when announcing the results of video reviews. Those are among the changes for the…
Tennessee Tech Joining the Southern Conference in 2026
(soconsports.com) – The Southern Conference announced today that Tennessee Tech University will become a member effective July 1, 2026, and will begin competition for the 2026-27 academic year. "Tennessee Tech’s addition reaffirms that ‘It’s All Here’ in the Southern Conference —…
Vols Building Depth at Running Back Position
(utsports.com) The Vols went through fall practice No. 10 on Tuesday at Haslam Field as they work through the third week of training camp. Running Backs coach De'Rail Sims spoke with local media following practice to talk through the progress his unit…
Calvin Ridley Offers One of the Few Highlights For Titans in Scrimmage With the Falcons
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — It didn’t take former Atlanta receiver Calvin Ridley very long to make a big play in his return to his former home. It didn’t take Falcons fans long to show they remember Ridley. Ridley opened…
Lookouts Scheduled to Make Debut in New Ballpark on April 14th
(press release) The Chattanooga Lookouts have announced that they will play their first ever home game at the brand-new multi-use venue in the South Broad District, Erlanger Park, on April 14, 2026 against the Montgomery Biscuits. "We couldn’t be more excited…
Pete Alonso Sets Mets Home Run Record in New York’s 13-5 Win Over Atlanta
NEW YORK (AP) — Pete Alonso broke the Mets’ franchise home run record, going deep twice and knocking in three runs as New York beat the Atlanta Braves 13-5 on Tuesday night. Alonso’s first homer, a two-run shot off Spencer…
Bama Going With Ty Simpson as Starting Quarterback
The quarterback battle appears to be over with at Alabama. According to ESPN, veteran Ty Simpson has been named the starter. Really no surprise, since Simpson has been at Bama for so long. Simpson is entering his fourth season at…
Titans Cut Backup Quarterback Tim Boyle and Bring in Trevor Siemian
The Tennessee Titans have seen enough of quarterback Tim Boyle to make a change after one preseason game. The Titans announced Monday they signed quarterback Trevor Siemian and terminated Boyle’s contract. Center Lloyd Cushenberry also passed his physical as he works…
Texas Number One and Vols 24th in AP Preseason Poll
For the first time, Texas will open a college football season ranked No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25. The Longhorns hardly have a mandate in the poll released Monday: They edged out Penn State by just five points in the closest…
Vols Must Revamp Offensive Line in Fall Camp
(utsports.com) The Volunteers were back on the practice field Tuesday morning as they continue to build toward their 2025 season opener against Syracuse at the end of the…
Marion Co Wins Scrimmage Over Hixson 48-12
Jasper, TN-(WDEF-TV) Marion Co entertained Hixson in a scrimmage on Tuesday evening. Warriors are the reigning 2A state champions, and they looked the part on their home turf, as they beat Hixson 48-12. [blox_vms account="WDEF" key="5b0f393204efc14ffbfb3e740007696d129a4abe" vtitle="Marion Co Wins Scrimmage…
Titans Bring Back Safety Quandre Diggs Who is the Cousin of QB Cam Ward
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans have swapped out a couple of players for a pair of safeties, giving three-time Pro Bowl safety Quandre Diggs a chance to play with his cousin, rookie quarterback Cam Ward. The Titans announced the moves Tuesday,…
Brewers Beat Braves 7-2 And Record Best 60 Game Stretch in Club History
ATLANTA (AP) — Before Tuesday night’s 7-2 win at Atlanta, Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy suggested “most people couldn’t tell you five players on our team.” A look at the standings would indicate more Brewers players soon will be recognized by more…
CCS Charges Into Season With Incredible Home Schedule
Chattanooga Christian made the playoffs last year, but they still finished with a 5-6 record. The Chargers do return their starting quarterback, and they've got a schedule that might be the envy of everyone in the area. CC [blox_vms account="WDEF"…
Baylor Expected to Hit the Field With Coveted Size and Speed
Baylor has been to the state title game three years in-a-row. And the Red Raiders show no signs of slowing down this season, as they return several talented players, including some big time college prospects. Brian Armstrong gives Baylor the…
South Pittsburg Returns Talented Team
South Pittsburg lost in the Class A state championship game last season, but the Pirates return several talented players, including running back Jamychal Buckner. He scored a whopping 30 touchdowns last year. Talent plus experience [blox_vms account="WDEF" key="f953519b9e463ca4ed149ff891a1b43c1df54df0" vtitle="South Pittsburg…
Titans Coach Brian Callahan Chews Out Offense After Sloppy Practice
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans and rookie quarterback Cam Ward turned in a sluggish performance Sunday, earning a profanity-laced tirade from head coach Brian Callahan as the session concluded. The No. 1 overall pick followed two solid practices with a rough…
A’s Players Wearing ‘Nick Kurtz Goes Yard’ T-Shirts
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Even Athletics veterans walk around the clubhouse wearing “Nick Kurtz goes yard” T-shirts, and they know what he means for the franchise’s future. Kurtz, who recently had one of the greatest individual performances in big-league…
Big Dance Staying at 68 Teams Next Season
The NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments will not expand beyond 68 teams in 2026, but future growth remains on the radar. “Expanding the tournament fields is no longer being contemplated for the 2026 men’s and women’s basketball championships,” Dan…
Texas Tabbed Number One in Preseason Coaches Poll With the Vols 18th
Texas holds the top spot in the USA Today preseason coaches football poll released on Monday. The Longhorns received 28 of the 67 first-place votes. Defending national champion Ohio State is No. 2 after receiving 20 first-place votes and the…
Braves Lose Austin Riley to the Injured List Again
ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley was placed on the 10-day injured list for the second time in two months with a strained lower abdominal muscle on Monday. Riley suffered the injury while tagging out Cincinnati’s Elly De…
Brent Hill Excited For Second Season at Notre Dame
You have to go back to 20 18 to find the last season Notre Dame has enjoyed a winning record. But with a veteran senior quarterback back…
Bristol Motor Speedway Set to Host Record Crowd For Braves-Reds Game
BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) — Bristol Motor Speedway is ready to make history by hosting the first Major League Baseball game in Tennessee. The stage, or in this case the racetrack, has been set for the biggest crowd for a regular season baseball game at…
Ridgeland Working Hard to Reverse Their Recent Fortunes
Since Ridgeland has won only one game in the last two years, there's plenty of room for improvement. And the Panthers are confident they'll make some strides this fall. Brian Armstrong gives Ridgeland the 30-in-30 spotlight. [blox_vms account="WDEF" key="3d6e883b59f28685dba67ed4eda8ffcd5ef35e58" vtitle="Ridgeland…
Kirby Smart Opens 10th Season as Georgia’s Head Coach
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Kirby Smart opened his 10th season as Georgia coach with Thursday’s first preseason practice knowing he didn’t have to worry about his message growing old with his players. More than half of Georgia’s players are starting their first…
Braves Get Wild 12-11 Win Over the Reds After Crazy 8th Inning For Both Teams
CINCINNATI (AP) — Marcel Ozuna drove in Matt Olson with a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning to give the Atlanta Braves a 12-11 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday night in a game that featured a total of…
Mocs Open Fall Camp With Plenty of New Faces
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Mocs kicked off fall camp Thursday morning. It will be an important time for UT C with so much roster turnover from last season.…
Soddy Daisy Wants to Put the Pieces to the Puzzle Together
Soddy Daisy, TN-(WDEF-TV) Soddy Daisy returned to the playoffs last year for the first time in five years. This season, the Trojans wouldn't mind getting their first playoff win [blox_vms account="WDEF" key="03ef1699a445fd9378d9bf07e5fe8aabd3807163" vtitle="Soddy Daisy Hoping to Put the Pieces to…
Lookouts Manage Only One Hit in Falling 4-1 to Smokies
Chattanooga-(WDEF-TV) The Chattanooga Lookouts managed only one hit in falling to the Knoxville Smokies 4-1. The lone base hit was an RBI double by Edwin Arroyo in the sixth inning. That made it a 2-1 ballgame. Smokies responded with two…
Boo Carter Not Given a Helmet as Vols Open Fall Camp
(utsports.com) – The start of preseason camp officially got underway Wednesday as the 2025 Tennessee Volunteers hit the practice field for the first time this season on a hot and humid morning on Rocky Top. Wednesday's opening day of camp…
Titans Offense Showing Growing Pains With Rookie Quarterback
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Cam Ward has thrown some very nice passes in his first full week of NFL training camp with the Tennessee Titans. With the Titans in pads back-to-back days, there’ve been interceptions, tipped balls and dropped passes. Or…
Braves Place Ronald Acuna on Injured List With Achilles Inflammation
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Atlanta Braves put five-time All-Star Ronald Acuña Jr. on the 10-day injured list with right Achilles tendon inflammation Wednesday, though the exact severity of the injury to the slugging outfielder may not be known until additional…