One of our friends is hospitalized. I phoned the general manager to request tender, loving care.
I was interrupted and assured that the University of South Carolina hospital in Charleston has …
Sugar Bowl honors John Majors
Happy new year to legendary Volunteer John Majors. He gets another moment in the national spotlight today.
He is a star among the 16 in the inaugural class of the Sugar …
Goodbye to Bobby Gratz
Tennessee has lost a genuine Vol for Life, a highly respected former athlete and educator.
Bobby Gratz, 73, expert on living, died on Dec. 28 after a war with cancer.
He was …
Bowl time by the fireside
In times past, this was the week the traveling Tennessee thousands would gather in New Orleans or Orlando or Dallas for another bowl game. Party time. Paint the town. Go …
Could be Barnes can coach
When Rick Barnes was fired at Texas and immediately recycled by Tennessee, the scouting report said great record, terrific recruiter, class act.
So, how come he was sent packing? The Longhorns …
Experience on the fly
After much wringing of hands and gritting of teeth about the great gap in Jeremy Pruitt’s football resume, the lack of head-coaching experience, consider this:
Phillip Fulmer knew exactly what he …
Jeremy Pruitt is on his way
Behind the scenes…
Contrary to press conference implications, Jeremy Pruitt is not taking a slow, deliberate approach to assembling a coaching staff.
The smart guy had it all along.
In fact, foresight was …
No big fish: Tennessee hires Pruitt
Based on perception, Phillip Fulmer is doing OK as athletic director.
He selected Jeremy Pruitt, 43, as Tennessee’s new football coach. (Press conference at 6.) The defensive coordinator at Alabama is …