Today On Rocky Top: Tennessee Volunteers News 4/11

September 29, 2012; Athens, GA, USA; Tennessee Volunteers mascot Smokey shown on the sideline against the Georgia Bulldogs during the second half at Sanford Stadium. Georgia defeated Tennessee 51-44. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

From Rant Sports

"Getting old is something that scares the Sam Cassell out of me. Still, getting a little bit longer in the tooth does provide some benefits — wisdom being one of them.The Tennessee Volunteers are not as old as myself,  but they are going to be one of the more experienced teams in the SEC next season. In fact, the Vols are going to be returning every key player from last year and will also see the return of Jeronne Maymon,  who was lost to injury last season."

From the Tennessee Journalist

"Lady Vols senior Lauren Gibson smashed a three-run home run in the bottom of the fifth to put the game away at 12-3 against the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles.No. 3 Tennessee (35-6, 9-3) scored three runs in the second, one in the third, two in the fourth and six in the fifth to win the game."

From Go Vols Xtra

"Tennessee unveiled details for the Orange & White Game at Neyland Stadium on April 20, the first spring exhibition of the Butch Jones’ era.Admission to the game is free and tickets are not required. The game is scheduled to kick off at 2:05 p.m. Parking is free."

From the Times Free Press

"The voice has become a staple of Tennessee’s football practices.Loaf between periods, and it will find you. Show poor technique on a play, and it will correct you. Better your teammate-turned-opponent in a one-on-one drill, and it will declare you the winner."

From All Vol Y’all

"I usually stay away from the whole James Franklin nonsense. I just don’t hate on him like others do. Primarily because, as a lifelong Vol fan, my default position when it comes to Vanderbilt football has always been one of complete and total indifference."