1. Tennessee Lady Volunteer Seniors Lead Way in Win over Florida Gators

    There was nothing but smiles on the faces of five Tennessee Lady Vol seniors after defeating the Florida Gators 75-59 on Senior Day in their final home, regular season game inside a packed house at Thompson-Boling Arena...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about 1 year ago 336 reads 2 comments

  2. Atlanta Braves: Brian McCann and Co. Lurking in the Shadows

    With the 2011 MLB All-Star Break just under two weeks away it seems that almost all the recent media attention has been centered on the league's division leaders and big market “Hollywood” ...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about almost 2 years ago 309 reads 17 comments

  3. Dirk Nowitzki and Jason Terry Help Dallas Mavericks Even Up 2011 NBA Finals

    The “decision” for head coach Rick Carlisle and his Dallas Mavericks in game four of the NBA Finals was easy: either toughen up and even the series, or stumble to a 3-1 deficit, ...

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  4. Four Cornered: Hamilton Resigns as University of Tennessee Athletic Director

    On Tuesday morning after many trials and tribulations, Mike Hamilton announced his resignation as the University of Tennessee men’s Athletic Director, the title which he had held since replacing Doug Dickey in 2003...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about almost 2 years ago 423 reads 1 comments

  5. Vanderbilt vs. Tennessee Basketball: Strong 2nd Half Leads Vols to First SEC Win

    There was no Bruce Pearl in Thompson Boling Arena early Saturday morning to energize his players, not to mention the Rocky Top faithful that gathered in large attendance several ...

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  6. Tennessee Basketball: The Resilient Vols

    Most likely one of the smartest decisions Mike Hamilton, the University of Tennessee’s Athletic Director, has ever made came in 2005 when he hired a young and eccentric 45-year ...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 2 years ago 849 reads 1 comments

  7. Tennessee Football: A Night of Firsts for Derek Dooley and the Team

    First year head coach Derek Dooley and his Tennessee Volunteers made quick work of Tennessee Martin in their 2010 season opener on Saturday night in front of 99,123 orange-cladded fans ...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 2 years ago 637 reads 3 comments

  8. 2010 All-Rookie Game: N.L. vs. A.L.

    On July 13,2010 many familiar faces will be lining up along the freshly painted foul lines at Angels Stadium in preparation for the Midsummer Classic. Familiar faces such as: Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez, David Ortiz, and many others...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about almost 3 years ago 1,033 reads 0 comments

  9. The Elvis Presley of Baseball: Stepehen Strasburg

    Ever since the Washington Nationals franchise came into existence in 2005 they haven't had much luck go their way to say the least. From 2005-present day, the Nationals have won 376 games, but have lost a dismal 507 games (record includes 2010 season)...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about almost 3 years ago 186 reads 0 comments

  10. Do You Beleive the Hype Now? Heyward Hits a Moonshot in Braves' 16-5 Win

    The Atlanta Braves are entering the 2010-11 season with high expectations and have been predicted by ESPN the magazine and Sports Illustrated to win the wild card this season...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about 3 years ago 233 reads 1 comments

  11. All Eyes On Jason Heyward As MLB Comes To an Open

    The MLB season is back and it's one of the most anticipated seasons in recent memory. The Red Sox set the stage last night, as they beat the New York Yankees 9-7...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about 3 years ago 165 reads 2 comments

  12. SEC Tournament 1st Round: Big Second Half Leads Vols To Victory

    The No. 13 Tennessee Vols (24-7, 11-5) needed a big second half to avoid being upset by the LSU Tigers (11-20, 2-14), in the first round of the SEC tournament. The Vols managed to beat LSU by a final score of 59-49...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about 3 years ago 41 reads 0 comments

  13. No. 13 Tennessee 80, Arkansas 73: Pearl's Technical Propels Vols To Victory

    It was Senior Night for the No. 13 Volunteers (22-7, 10-5) on Wednesday night in Thompson Boling Arena and also their last home game of the season...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about 3 years ago 231 reads 0 comments

  14. Wayne Chism Powers Tennessee Past Georgia

    Wayne Chism once again had a big night as he led the 20th ranked Tennessee Volunteers  (18-6, 6-4 SEC) past the Georgia Bulldogs (11-13, 3-8 SEC) 69-60 on Wednesday night...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 3 years ago 89 reads 0 comments

  15. Tennessee-South Carolina: Chism's Career Night Downs Downey, Gamecocks

    It was all smiles and laughs for the Wayne Chism and the No. 14-ranked Tennessee Volunteers Saturday night, as they downed Devan Downey and South Carolina, 79-53. Chism had a career-high 30 points...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 3 years ago 167 reads 0 comments

  16. National Signing Day 2010: Breaking Down the Tennessee Recruiting Class

    Less than a month ago the University of Tennessee football program suffered a huge blow as Lane Kiffin was moving on to become the head coach at Southern Cal. The timing of this was terrible as National Signing Day was just around the corner...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 3 years ago 2,460 reads 4 comments

  17. The Saints Haven't Only Built Up a Great Franchise, but a City as Well

    Finally, after waiting 43 long years for this moment, the New Orleans Saints have made it to their first Super Bowl. So I ask myself, "How did they finally get there?" The answer to that question ...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 3 years ago 266 reads 1 comments

  18. How Bout Dem Saints?: Hartley Boots New Orleans To Miami

    Coming into this NFC Championship Game both Brett Favre and Drew Brees knew that this game would be one of the most important games of their careers. This game would truly be a legacy builder for both...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 3 years ago 273 reads 0 comments

  19. Eighth-Ranked Tennessee Vols Fall To Georgia Bulldogs 78-63

    Georgia entered this game with a record of 8-8 and they were already off to an 0-3 start in SEC play, but for some reason though they came out onto their home court with tons of confidence.  Not to mention the crowd was hyped up for the game big time...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 3 years ago 106 reads 4 comments

  20. Vikings-Cowboys: Brett Favre's Legacy Grows Even Larger with 34-3 Win

    Brett Favre critics were at it once again, as they were saying he couldn't win a playoff game at the age of 40. The Dallas Cowboys were coming to the Metrodome to try to take down Favre and the Minnesota Vikings...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 3 years ago 372 reads 11 comments

  21. Wayne Chisms' Clutch Free Throws in OT Key Tennessee Vols 71-69 Win

    The 10th ranked Vols entered this game knowing that they would get a shot for their money from the Mississippi Rebels, and that they did. Once again for the second game in a row the Volunteers opened the first half off to a slow start...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 3 years ago 93 reads 3 comments

  22. John Wall: Kentucky's Phenom Freshman Is A "Freak of Nature"

    WOW! That's the word that comes out of my mouth every time I see the 6'4" phenom Kentucky freshman play. I find myself asking myself a lot, "Is there anything that this kid can't do?"  The answer is no...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 3 years ago 712 reads 3 comments

  23. Tennessee- Ole Miss: Vols To Face First SEC Challenge

    The ninth ranked Vols opened up their SEC season by crushing the Auburn Tigers 81-55.  The first half surprisingly ended with the Vols only up by one as they lead 38-37...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 3 years ago 112 reads 2 comments

  24. SEC Basketball Power Rankings

    SEC play is underway now and it looks like we're in for an interesting season. We all know about John Wall and the 2nd ranked Kentucky Wildcats...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 3 years ago 136 reads 0 comments

  25. Derek Dooley: He Enters Knoxville With Far More Experience Than Lane Kiffin Did

    The Volunteers search for a new head coach is over.  The new man in charge is Derek Dooley, who just happens to be the son of the legendary coach Vince Dooley...

    Patrick MacCoon Written by Patrick MacCoon about over 3 years ago 743 reads 7 comments