Ian McBride

Ian McBride

Though I was raised in the heart of Big Blue Nation, my parents raised me proper and showed me the righteous path in life-the Volunteer way, of course.I am 35 years old, married to the first love of my life, and proud father of the second.  Like my fellow contributor Billy Williford, I attempt to golf (and he is also spot on about white Christmas tree cakes, by the way).  I also enjoy a little gaming, fantasy sports, and just hanging with family and friends.  When it comes to family, I have the notorious reputation of "ruining" family photos by always sporting my orange.  At least that's what The Wife tells me. But she's a Louisville fan, so what does she really know about taste in athletics, anyway?

KNOXVILLE, TN - FEBRUARY 21: The Tennessee Volunteers bench reacts after a three-point basket against the Florida Gators in the first half of a game at Thompson-Boling Arena on February 21, 2018 in Knoxville, Tennessee. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Tennessee basketball vs. Wright State: Get to know Vols NCAA Tournament opponent

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KNOXVILLE, TN - JANUARY 13: Tennessee Volunteers players react from the bench in the second half of a game against the Texas A

Tennessee basketball: Vols 3 Keys to SEC Tournament victory over Mississippi State

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KNOXVILLE, TN - JANUARY 06: Tennessee Volunteers players react from the bench in the second half of a game against the Kentucky Wildcats at Thompson-Boling Arena on January 6, 2018 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Tennessee defeated Kentucky 76-65. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Tennessee basketball: Vols 3 keys to victory vs. Georgia Bulldogs

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 27: Keller Chryst of Stanford celebrates a Stanford touchdown during the College Football Sydney Cup match between Stanford University (Stanford Cardinal) and Rice University (Rice Owls) at Allianz Stadium on August 27, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

Tennessee football: What adding Stanford QB transfer Keller Chryst means for Vols

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KNOXVILLE, TN - DECEMBER 17: Head coach Rick Barnes of the Tennessee Volunteers reacts in the second half of a game against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Thompson-Boling Arena on December 17, 2017 in Knoxville, Tennessee. North Carolina won 78-73. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Tennessee basketball positives: Rick Barnes happy; Vols tied for 1st in SEC

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KNOXVILLE, TN - JANUARY 13: Grant Williams

Tennessee basketball: Vols’ 3 Keys to victory at Mississippi State Bulldogs

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KNOXVILLE, TN - JANUARY 24: Jordan Bone

Tennessee basketball: 3 keys for Vols to defeat the Florida Gators

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KNOXVILLE, TN - DECEMBER 17: Head coach Rick Barnes of the Tennessee Volunteers reacts in the second half of a game against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Thompson-Boling Arena on December 17, 2017 in Knoxville, Tennessee. North Carolina won 78-73. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Tennessee basketball: Could FBI NCAA probe affect the Vols?

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LEXINGTON, KY - FEBRUARY 06: Admiral Schofield #5 of the Tennessee Volunteers celebrates during the 61-59 win against the Kentucky Wildcats in the game at Rupp Arena on February 6, 2018 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Tennessee Basketball: 3 Keys to victory at Georgia

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KNOXVILLE, TN - JANUARY 06: Jordan Bowden #23 of the Tennessee Volunteers handles the ball while defended by Kevin Knox #5 of the Kentucky Wildcats in the first half of a game at Thompson-Boling Arena on January 6, 2018 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Tennessee defeated Kentucky 76-65. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Tennessee basketball: Guard play is key to Vols NCAA Tournament success

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