Tennessee Vols morning report: Josh Heupel’s final presser before Pitt
Happy Friday. It’s an exciting time for the Tennessee Vols, as the football program is a day away from its first compelling matchup of the season. The game is also its first road and first Saturday matchup. We obviously will kick off the weekend for UT by discussing that outing.
Our morning update on Rocky Top leads with Josh Heupel speaking one last time ahead of his team’s visit to the Pittsburgh Panthers. This will be the first time he is coaching the Tennessee Vols while they are in the top 25 of either poll, as they are ranked No. 24 in the AP Poll.
Beyond football, we’ve got a women’s basketball scheduling update to bring you along with a recap of a soccer matchup. Then there are previews for two events happening this weekend in other sports, so there’s plenty to cover. Let’s dive in with football.
Josh Heupel talks Pitt in final presser of week – Grant Ramey, GoVols247
Ahead of the Tennessee Vols football team’s game at Pitt, head coach Josh Heupel spoke with the media Thursday for his final press conference this week. Here’s a bit of what he said about facing Pitt for the second game of the season.
"“This is a really good football team. We talked about it. They’re physical, they’re smart, they’re mature. We’ve got to go, not do anything extraordinary, but do the things, the ordinary things, at a really high level.”"
Battle 4 Atlantis women’s bracket revealed – AtlantisBahamas.com
The Tennessee Lady Vols’ first opponent in the Battle 4 Atlantis has been revealed in the bracket, which was released earlier this week and you can see by clicking here. UT will face the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in the first game of the whole event.
"The field will include Louisville, Tennessee, South Dakota State, Rutgers, UCLA, Marquette, Texas, and Gonzaga. The Battle 4 Atlantis Women’s Tournament will take place November 19 – 21, 2022."
Soccer defeats Kennesaw State – Ken Lay, VolsWire.com
After starting the season out 0-2-1, the Tennessee Lady Vols soccer team has found its groove. UT defeated the Kennesaw State Owls 5-0 Thursday, its third straight victory, to move to 3-2-1 on the season.
"Tennessee has won its last three games by four, seven and five goals, respectively. The last time Tennessee won three consecitive games by four or more goals was in Sept. 1998, defeating UNC Asheville (8-1), Xavier (4-0) and Arkansas (5-0)."
Volleyball set for Rocky Top Classic – Caleb Jarreau, UT Daily Beacon
Coming off winning two of three at the N.C. State Classic to get to .500, the Tennessee Lady Vols volleyball team returns home this weekend for the Rocky Top Classic. Three other teams are taking part in this event.
"The Lady Vols open the Rocky Top Classic Friday at 6:30 p.m. ET against New Hampshire (5-3) in Thompson Boling Arena. Tennessee has two games Saturday against Norfolk State (0-4) at 12 p.m. and The Citadel (2-4) at 6:30 p.m. ET."
Men’s tennis set for Orlando Fall Shootout – UTSports
Fall season begins this weekend for the Tennessee Vols men’s tennis team. UT will take part in the Orlando Fall Shootout Friday through Sunday.
"The event site is the USTA National Campus, which also serves as the location of the 2023 NCAA Division I Men’s and Women’s Tennis Championships.…Tennessee will have several individuals compete in the tournament, facing Tulsa on Friday, SEC-foe Texas A&M Saturday and wrapping up play with Oklahoma State on Sunday."
Fall season begins for men’s golf – UTSports
Just like men’s tennis, the Tennessee Vols men’s golf team also kicks off its schedule for this semester this weekend. They will take part in the Maui Jim Intercollegiate, which also will last Friday through Sunday.
"Tennessee is making its first appearance in the Maui Jim Intercollegiate, but is competing in a tournament in the state of Arizona for the third straight season. Last season, the Vols participated in the National Invitational Tournament in Tucson."