Today On Rocky Top: Tennessee Volunteers News 5/23

Nov 24, 2012; Knoxville, TN, USA; Tennessee Volunteers mascot Smokey IX during the game against the Kentucky Wildcats at Neyland Stadium. Smokey IX is retiring after this game. Tennessee won by a score of 37 to 17. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports

From Rocky Top Talk

"Kickoff of the 2013 season is now 100 days away, and to celebrate, we here at Rocky Top Talk will spend the next 100 days sharing 100 of our favorite things about Tennessee Football. This is less of a countdown and more of a celebration of the things we love, the things we remember most, and the things that keep us coming back even when everyone is telling you not to get your hopes up too high for this season. You’ll read about players and coaches, games and seasons, individual moments and our greatest traditions, plus a bit of random as well as personal stories along the way. And at every point along the way, we encourage you to join in the conversation in the comments. A series like this is a great way for you to jump in with our community if you’re a long-time listener, first-time caller. It’s our way of looking back and looking forward."

From WBIR

"The Tennessee Lady Vols are having an outstanding season and senior Raven Chavanne is a big reason why.Chavanne has been named a Top 3 Finalist for the USA Softball National Collegiate Player of the Year Award.  Lauren Chamberlain and defending Player of the Year Keilani Rickets, both from Oklahoma, are the other finalists."

From Go Vols Xtra

"Tennessee softball players repeatedly have referred to “doing the little things” in their quest for the Women’s College World Series.But their fans probably are thinking bigger before Friday’s Super Regional at Lee Stadium. For them, this weekend won’t be just about softball.It will be about Tennessee vs. Alabama. It will be about their school advancing to a national stage."

From Nooga.com

"Tennessee should know on Sunday if it will be receiving help at point guard by way of transfer.Former Memphis point guard Antonio Barton has named UT, Kansas State, Texas A&M and Maryland his four finalists and will make a selection on Sunday afternoon, according to CBSSports.com."

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