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Eric Berry on Athlon cover
2008-05-06 06:03:00
We learned today from a thread in the forum that the Athlon Sports 2008 SEC Football Annual showcases Eric Berry on the cover [click image for larger version]. This particular cover is the Tennessee-Vanderbilt version. The magazine will go on sale June 6, 2008 for a listed price of $5.99. You can pre-order them at AthlonSports.com.
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Toney Williams
2008-05-06 04:33:00
Tennessee picked up their fourth football commitment for 2009 over the weekend from Milton High School (GA) running back Toney Williams .

Scotty Hopson Dunk at the Jordan Brand Classic
2008-05-03 07:02:00
If you that didn't get to see the Jordan Brand Classic a couple of weeks ago, here are some of the highlights of Tennessee class of 2008 signee Scotty Hopson.
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The Rearview 5-1
2008-05-02 02:21:00
To playoff or not to playoff? That is the question that the folks at the BCS meetings answered for us this week. And their answer: not.

The Halfcourt Trap 4/30
2008-05-01 01:20:00
With visions of trifectas and mint juleps dancing in my head, here are the basketball topics holding my interest this week.
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Vols to play in 2008 Old Spice Classic
2008-04-30 07:30:00
It was announced yesterday the the basketball Vols will play in the 2008 Old Spice Classic on Thanksgiving weekend. Teams participating include Georgetown, Gonzaga, Maryland, Michigan State, Oklahoma State, Siena, Tennessee and Wichita State.
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Cottam and Ainge selected on day two of NFL Draft
2008-04-28 06:57:00
Two more former Vols were selected on the second day of the 2008 NFL Draft on Sunday raising the final tally to three. Tight end Brad Cottam was taken by the Kansas City Chiefs in the third round with the 76th overall selection and quarterback Erik Ainge was drafted by the New York Jets in the fifth round with the 162nd overall pick.

Jerod Mayo #10 Overall Pick to Patriots
2008-04-27 04:18:00
Tennessee linebacker Jerod Mayo, who decided to forego his senior season at Tennessee, was selected with the tenth overall pick in Saturday's NFL draft by the New England Patriots . The position was a bit surprising since he had initially been given a second or third round grade by the NFL draft's advisory committee.
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The Halfcourt Trap
2008-04-25 16:45:00
As I am busy cleansing my system ahead of next weekend's celebration of debauchery, otherwise known as the Kentucky Derby, here are the hoop happenings that have my attention.
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The Rearview 4-24
2008-04-25 16:37:00
Last week, as you could probably tell, I was a little perturbed at the prospect of having to go thru another off season wondering what will come of our beloved football team this upcoming season. That didn?t get any better when I listened to resident experts Lee Corso and Kirk Herbstriet call us a ?non factor? for the 2008 SEC East race.

Tyler Smith to return to Tennessee
2008-04-24 21:57:00
I don't believe it comes as a huge surprise to anyone but the VolNation can breathe a bit easier as Tyler Smith has officially announced that he will return to Tennessee for his junior season.
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Guitar Shots to the Head: 4/24
2008-04-24 18:57:00
Another round of spring ball has sprung and arduous wait for the fall has begun. Now Vol fans across the country are forced to brace themselves for high temperatures, summer gas prices, and the anticipation of what might be once the ball is kicked off in September. While there are a myriad of questions that will remain unanswered until then, the Volnation has one thing to look forward to. For the first time in two years there are some legitimate playmakers on both sides of the ball.
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Daniel West
2008-04-18 22:50:00
On Wednesday Daniel West signed his letter of intent to play basketball at Tennessee next season. West, a point guard from Saginaw, MI, will join early signees Philip Jurick and Renaldo Woolridge in the Vols 2009 class. Scotty Hopson is expected to complete the class when he signs next week.

The Halfcourt Trap: 4/17
2008-04-17 15:47:00
With a huge celebratory weekend in Knoxville on the horizon, here are the topics that intrigue the Trap this week:

Scotty Hopson Video
2008-04-17 02:24:00
For those of you who missed the Nike Hoop Summit this past weekend, I managed to put together a few highlights of Scotty Hopson. Enjoy.
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Guitar Shots to The Head: The ?It? Factor
2008-04-16 17:50:00
So far this spring the offense, and more specifically the quarterback play has been the story. Speculation about the new system continues to run rampant with the Tennessee faithful. In my attempt to understand the west coast offense, I have thoroughly researched its philosophy. As most of you know there are several variations of the west coast out there, but they all have one thing in common. They all use the passing game to set up the run.
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A Halfcourt Trap Commentary
2008-04-14 21:01:00
Perception is Reality. Image is Everything. Those have been two idioms that have defined American culture for the better part of two decades now. What one appears to be, or is defined as being, overshadows what one actually is and does. Two examples from last week in the world of basketball drove that point home for me.
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The Rearview 4-13
2008-04-14 01:43:00
?Non Factor??i.e., does not matter, irrelevant. These are the only words that were spoken yesterday morning during ESPN?s two hours of College Game Day regarding the Tennessee Volunteers 2008 football season.
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Vols Scrimmage Highlights
2008-04-13 10:48:00
Here are a few notes from Saturday's scrimmage:
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Latrell Scott
2008-04-13 10:41:00
On Friday, I heard an interview with Tennessee's wide receiver coach Latrell Scott who is going through his first spring practice with the Vols since coming over from Richmond with offensive coordinator Dave Clawson. The following is a summary of a few things from the interview that I found interesting.

JaJuan and Lofton play in Portsmouth Invitational
2008-04-11 13:00:00
Former Vols Chris Lofton and JaJuan Smith played in the opening round of the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament on Thursday.
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Montario Hardesty injured again
2008-04-11 04:10:00
I can't remember another player that has bitten with the injury bug quite as often as Montario Hardesty. He's one of those players that just cannot seem to stay healthy. Just when we think we may get to see his full potential, another injury strikes. The news from the hill today is a hairline fracture in his foot that will cause him to miss the remainder of the spring.
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The Halfcourt Trap
2008-04-09 21:18:00
With the Madness of March behind us, the Trap heads to the Bay Area this week for the Nuggets-Warriors clash. Here are some topics to keep college hoops fans buzzing into the offseason.
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Candace Parker and Lady Vols: Champions again!
2008-04-09 06:14:00
The Lady Vols came out of the gate firing on Tuesday night. Shannon Bobbit hit a couple of early three pointers to put Tennessee up early and the outcome was never really in question. The final: Tennessee 64 Stanford 48.
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The Rearview
2008-04-09 05:15:00
The last week and a half has been very interesting from where I've been sitting, and the unfortunate thing for you is that you now are subject to a rant from me. As a member of a volatile fan base myself, I understand the need to vent, and I get the emotional attachment and investment made concerning your team, who ever that may be. But there comes a point where rational thought processes have to come in play, otherwise you run the risk of being likened to being a part of the subject of this rant: The North Carolina Basketball fan. The other part of this rant is going to be about last night's game. Letâ??s do the game first.

The Halfcourt Trap
2008-04-04 04:23:00
With all eyes of the college basketball world focused on the sport's showcase weekend in San Antonio, here's what's on the Trap 's mind.

The Rearview
2008-04-04 04:20:00
Well, in this edition of the Rearview, we take a look ahead to the upcoming football season. Since the basketball season has ended, we are now beginning to focus squarely on the task at hand, being how does Tennessee win an SEC title in football too? And it?s never too early for that, right?

Guitar Shots To The Head: Building the Perfect Beast
2008-04-02 21:25:00
Recapping the journey for the 2008 UT men?s basketball team is a bittersweet enterprise. Pardon the cliché, but when looking for an adequate comparison, "a roller coaster ride" is really the first thing that comes to mind. Somewhere between the elation of beating the number one team in country on their home court and the disappointment of the inability to make an Elite Eight appearance, optimistic fans have come to grips with the reality of our basketball program.
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The Halfcourt Trap
2008-03-27 21:51:00
As the Sweet Sixteen is pared to the Final Four by Sunday, here's the Trap 's takes on some issues related to the tournament and college hoops is general.
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Guitar Shots To The Head: Lofton Time
2008-03-26 03:45:00
With a showdown with the Cards on the horizon and a berth to the final four at stake I am somewhat surprised that inspiration for guitar shots is not coming that easily this week. After all this is a historical time for the Tennessee basketball program. Perhaps like the majority of the board, I have spent so much time of my life focused on the sport of football, that the success of our basketball program is too novel for me to approach intelligently.
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