This week, Sarah Detwiler chats with junior forward Cade Phillips as Tennessee basketball gears up for the 2025 season.

Phillips reflects on a fast offseason, lessons from back-to-back Elite Eight runs, and stepping into a leadership role as the most tenured Vol on the roster. He talks about the team’s chemistry with five new freshmen and three transfers, the challenge of opening against Duke, and what Coach Barnes’ lifetime contract means to the program.

With the season fast approaching, Phillips and the Volunteers are focused on building momentum and chasing another deep postseason run.

This week, Sarah Detwiler chats with Ally Brown — Tennessee’s senior defender and in-state star — to reflect on an unforgettable season for the Lady Vols.

From upsetting the nation’s No. 1 team to climbing into the top five and posting one of the best defensive records in program history, Ally shares what’s made this year so special. She talks about the team’s chemistry, leadership, and focus as Tennessee pushes toward a championship finish and postseason play.

A Tennessee native through and through, Ally also reflects on what it means to represent her home state and close out her Lady Vol career on such a high note.

This week, Sarah Detwiler chats with Colton Hood — Tennessee’s playmaking cornerback — as he reflects on the Volunteers’ first bye week of the season and assesses both his own performance and the team’s progress.

Coming off a thrilling 41-34 overtime win at Mississippi State, Hood jump-started the team with a 23-yard pick-six, while Tennessee’s defense racked up five sacks, eleven tackles for loss, and two touchdowns. Since his debut against Syracuse, Hood has emerged as a cornerstone of the secondary, earning SEC Co-Defensive Player of the Week honors and making big plays in every game.

With key matchups ahead against Arkansas, Alabama, and Kentucky, Hood and the Volunteers are focused on building momentum and continuing their electric start to SEC play.

This week, Sarah Detwiler chats with Chelsea Sutton — Tennessee’s all-in-one hitter and blocker — is powering the Lady Vols through an electric start to SEC play.

After opening conference action with sweeps over Georgia and South Carolina, Tennessee has climbed to No. 20 in the country with an 11-1 record and record-breaking crowds at the Food City Center. Sutton has been dominant on both sides of the net, hitting .488 (third in the NCAA, first in the SEC) while leading the team with 53 blocks.

With the SEC Conference Tournament returning this November in Savannah, GA, Chelsea and the Lady Vols are ready to make a big impact on and off the court.

Vol Hoops VFL and current Charlotte Hornet - is one of the most decorated players in Tennessee basketball history. From back-to-back SEC Player of the Year honors to a unanimous First-Team All-American nod, Williams was the leader of one of the most memorable eras of Tennessee Basketball.

Now, as an NBA veteran and community leader, Grant returns to Rocky Top to reflect on his journey, share his stories, and talk about what it means to always be a VFL.

We dive into Williams' time at Tennessee and how it shaped him, along with a glimpse into life in Charlotte, and why it’s so important to him to stay connected to Tennessee Athletics.

Shae O’Rourke — Tennessee’s playmaker up top — has fought through injuries and setbacks to find her moment on Rocky Top.

From her New York roots to an ACL tear at Texas A&M and another surgery this past spring, the road hasn’t been easy. But every step has shaped the player she is today.

In her debut, she scored both goals in the Vols’ upset over No. 1 North Carolina, setting the tone for a Tennessee team now ranked No. 1 for the first time in program history.

Arion Carter — Tennessee’s sophomore linebacker — wasted no time reminding Vol Nation why he’s one of the most dynamic defenders in college football.

From Smyrna, Tennessee, to leading the Vols with nine tackles in the season-opening win over Syracuse, Carter’s rise has been fueled by toughness, leadership, and pride in representing his home state.

We dive into the confidence this team gained from Week 1, the balance of veteran presence and young talent on defense, and what drives Carter as both a playmaker and leader heading into the 2024 season.

Joey Aguilar — Tennessee’s QB1 — has taken an untraditional road to Rocky Top, marked by grit, sacrifice, and perseverance.

From Antioch, California, through the JUCO grind and a stop at Appalachian State, his journey has been anything but easy — but each step shaped the leader he is today.

We dive into the challenges, the gratitude, and the mindset that brought Joey to Knoxville and what it means to be at the helm of the Vols’ offense.