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Photo / Vanderbilt Athletics / #3 Aubrey Galvan and #1 Mikayla Blakes poised to lead Vandy to new heights. By David Oglesby NASHVILLE, TN - In the heart of Nashville, Vanderbilt’s women’s basketball team is turning heads this season. With a perfect 15–0 record, the No. 7 Commodores have begun 2026 with momentum that’s drawing national attention. A dynamic duo: Blakes and Galvan shine At the center of the surge are two standout players: Mikayla Blakes, a 5'8" guard from Somers

Photo / Vanderbilt Athletics In a ReliaQuest Bowl matchup on December 31, 2025, the Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Vanderbilt Commodores 34-27. Despite a strong effort from Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, who accounted for 383 total yards and three touchdowns, the Commodores couldn't overcome Iowa's early lead. Iowa's quarterback, Mark Gronowski, earned MVP honors, throwing for 212 yards and 2 touchdowns. The Hawkeyes' defense also proved to be a major factor, sacking Pavia f

The Tennessee State Tigers have made a significant move to strengthen their team by adding former Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) quarterback Daylin Lee. This addition comes at a crucial time as the Tigers look to improve after a difficult 2025 season, where they finished with a 2–10 record under head coach Reggie Barlow. Lee’s arrival brings hope for a more productive offense and a stronger overall team performance in the upcoming season. Tennessee State University foo

Photo / TSU Athletics NASHVILLE, TN - It was an exciting night at the Gentry Center in Nashville as the men's and women's TSU Tigers opened conference play against the UT Martin Skyhawks. The Lady Tigers came up short in the first game, while the TSU men pulled out a hard-fought victory in the nightcap. Both games were tight throughout, showcasing exciting basketball by both squads. Lady Tigers vs. UT Martin In the first game, the Tennessee State Lady Tigers came into the gam

Photo / Vanderbilt Athletics MEMPHIS, TN - An undefeated Vanderbilt had their hands full against a strong Memphis Tigers team last night at the FedEx Forum in Memphis. The game was not just a test of skill, but also of grit and determination as both teams battled fiercely from start to finish. Vanderbilt's victory was hard-earned, with the Commodores edging out the Tigers 77-70 in overtime. The win keeps Vanderbilt as one of the seven remaining undefeated major programs in th

Photo / Trevecca Athletics NASHVILLE, TN – Four standout volleyball student-athletes from Trevecca Nazarene University have been recognized for their academic and athletic excellence with selections to the 2025 College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District Volleyball Team. This annual program honors athletes who maintain a minimum 3.50 GPA while excelling in their respective sports. The honored Trojans include: Kayla Bullard (5-9, Sophomore, OH/DS) from Royse Cit

Photo / Lipscomb Athletics DURHAM, NC - In a thrilling showcase at Cameron Indoor Stadium, the Duke Blue Devils demonstrated resilience in a 97-73 victory against Lipscomb, marking Jon Scheyer's milestone 100th win as head coach. Down by 10 points early, Duke rallied back with standout performances from Cameron Boozer, who recorded 26 points and 13 rebounds, and Isaiah Evans, who contributed 16 points and drilled four three-pointers. The game was a testament to Duke's depth,

By David Oglesby Photo / UT Athletics - Design / Yudai Sugimoto With the 2025 season of Tennessee almost over, an assessment of how they did and whether the quarterback change helped or hurt is a valid discussion. The departure of Nico Iamaleava, who led them to incredible heights the year prior, and the entrance of Appalachian State transfer Joey Aguilar have left many wondering if the Vols got what they expected and how they will fare going forward with Aguilar compared to

By David Oglesby Photo / Austin Peay Athletics From the opening jump Austin Peay came determined to win. The entire first half was a desplay of offensive and defensive prowness by the Governors. ETSU's challenges were met quickly and decisively leading to the visiting Buccaneers trailing the entire first half. Austin Peay’s steady climb in the second half proved decisive in a tense, back‑and‑forth matchup that had fans on the edge of their seats. The Governors trailed the hig

Photo / Nashville Predators Juuse Saros was the story at Bridgestone Arena, turning aside 39 Colorado shots and three more in the shootout as the Nashville Predators edged the NHL-leading Colorado Avalanche 4-3. The win — Nashville’s fifth in seven games — underscored the club’s rising form and resilience. Colorado struck just 1:12 into the contest, but the Predators answered with urgency and balanced scoring. Ryan O’Reilly opened the shootout scoring for Nashville, and Jonat

NASHVILLE — Tennessee State University (TSU) track and field opened the 2025 indoor season at the Vanderbilt Indoor Opener, competing against several SEC and regional programs. The Tigers posted multiple personal bests and several top‑8 finishes, signaling a strong start to the year. Key track performances Devin Jones (sophomore) got the day started in the men’s 600m. Known for his closing speed, Jones controlled the race early and accelerated in the final lap to set a person

Belmont defeated Middle Tennessee State 83–62 at the Murphy Center on a December afternoon in a game that highlighted the Bruins’ defensive strength and efficient offense. Belmont opened the game strong when Drew Scharnowski scored on a dunk just 12 seconds in. The Bruins built an early lead, reaching 11–4 on contributions from Tyler Lundblade, Brigham Rogers and Bez Jenkins. Middle Tennessee responded behind Jahvin Carter’s outside shooting and Torey Alston’s work inside, br

By David Oglesby NASHVILLE, TN - The 2025 season was a landmark year for Nashville SC, delivering the franchise’s first major professional sports championship in Tennessee with a Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup and setting a platform for sustained success. While the campaign ended with a playoff disappointment, the highs and roster moves that followed make the club’s near‑term outlook encouraging. Season snapshot Regular season: 16–6–12 (54 points), sixth in the Eastern Conference —

By David Oglesby Photo / #8 Ava Black / Vanderbilt Athletics NASHVILLE, Tenn. – No. 15/14 Vanderbilt women's basketball opens a five‑game homestand Wednesday when the Commodores host Virginia in the 2025 ACC/SEC Challenge. Tipoff is 4 p.m. CT at Memorial Gymnasium and the game will air on SEC Network. Vanderbilt enters the matchup 8‑0 to start the 2025‑26 season. The Commodores went undefeated at the U.S. Virgin Islands Paradise Jam with wins over Oregon State (88‑66) and BYU

By David Oglesby Photo / Andrew Ferguson / Tennessee Athletics KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The University of Tennessee men’s basketball team rose to a season‑high No. 13 in both the Associated Press Top 25 and the USA TODAY Coaches Poll, the university reported. The Volunteers (7–1) jumped four spots in the AP poll and three spots in the Coaches Poll, marking their 85th consecutive week in the AP Top 25. The streak began at the start of the 2021–22 season and is the country’s second‑l

The upcoming game between the Tennessee Titans and the Cleveland Browns promises more than just a typical NFL matchup. It features a rare and intriguing battle between two rookie quarterbacks, each carrying high expectations despite their teams’ recent struggles. Both signal-callers face the challenge of proving their worth while leading lackluster squads. This game will reveal what these young quarterbacks need to do to secure a win and build momentum for their careers. Rook

Photo David Oglesby / Cumberland on the Attack By David Oglesby LEBANON, Tenn. — Cumberland University advanced in the NAIA National Tournament with a 3–0 victory over Carroll (Mont.) at Cumberland's Lindsey Donnell Stadium. The Phoenix first struck late in the opening half and put the game away in the second period with two more goals, finishing with 26 shots (13 on target) to Carroll’s 12 (2 on target). Scoring summary: 37:16 — Wesley Mendoza (Cumberland) converted a reboun

Photo / #10 Melania Fullerton and Crew Celebrate Hard Fought Win / Vanderbilt Athletics By David Oglesby NASHVILLE — Of the five Tennessee-area teams that entered the NCAA Women's Soccer Tournament — Lipscomb, Tennessee Tech, Tennessee, Memphis and Vanderbilt — only one remains. No. 1 seed Vanderbilt survived a dramatic 2‑OT thriller in Nashville Friday night, downing eighth-seeded Clemson 3–2 on Adysen Armenta’s golden goal in the 107th minute to reach the Sweet Sixteen for

Photo / Cumberland's Triston Conger attempts a shot / Cumberland Athletics By David Oglesby NASHVILLE, TN - Nashville basketball is up and going and as the season starts some players are emerging as the ones to watch. Based on early numbers around Music City, here are five players who are standing up and representing their programs in a strong way. Duke Miles / Vanderbilt - At the top is Duke Miles, the steady-handed guard leading a Vanderbilt team already receiving national

Photo / Fisk University Athletics NASHVILLE, TN - Fisk University learned Monday who their opponent will be as they continue a highly successful season. The Lady Bulldogs will travel to Corban University in Oregon for an NAIA opening-round match on Saturday, November 22 at 2:00 p.m. CT in the Women’s Volleyball Championship. The selection party on Fisk’s Nashville campus was equal parts celebration and focus. Fisk (29-7, 10-0) punched its ticket after an unbeaten conference