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Monday Live Pilot Halls
Posted: Mon, December 15th, 2014, 11:39 AM • Permalink
Amazing win by the hoops Vols yesterday. Down 12 early in the second half, they were dead in the water. Tennessee was unable to shoot it from 3 or anywhere else for that matter. Josh Richardson only had 2 points to at that juncture. And then it happened. Tennessee created a steal off a trap, Richardson took it coast to coast and the Vols outscored Butler by 24 points the rest of the way. That just DOESN'T happen to Butler. Amazing turnaround. There was so much great stuff in that game, where do I begin?

Richardson is a man. He's going to be really fun to watch this year. He's got a mean streak and an attitude as well. He willed the Vols during a definitive 6 point run of his own.


Kevin Punter is a man as well. His toughness is a catalyst for this group.

Cuonzo liked to act tough and talked about wanting to be a tougher breed but these guys ARE a tougher breed. Just amazing work on the defensive end.

Tennessee's tireless energy in the second half had Butler screaming no mas.

The high ball screen offense was not solved Butler. They had zero answers and Tennessee kept getting Richardson off in wonderful scoring sequences with this set. Credit UT's coaches as they continued to utilize this.

The out of bounds plays that Tyndall has shown us so far this year have been marvelous. He's just a great young coach. You can already see it.


Imagine how tough this guy could be if he's ever able to get clear of the NCAA non-sense. He's excelling early in the season with a team void of a point guard, outside shooting and a true big man. Other than that, Tennessee should've been in that game yesterday with Butler.


I can't believe what I saw but I did see enough to know that Tennessee needs to hang on to this coach come what may. That little dude can really coach.


Several Vols stopped by to visit this young man on Sunday




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You're probably wondering what happened with Daniel Helm. Here's what I've heard from trusted sources. Helm comes from an extremely conservative Christian background. I heard a couple of weeks back that he was upset with a couple of exchanges directed his way from coaches including Coach Jones. UT’s coaches (like most coaches) use salty language at times when addressing and motivating players. Plus Butch Jones is fiery with his players. His approach isn’t going to be for everybody. Apparently Helm wasn't comfortable being on the receiving end of this type of stuff. It's a shame because he's a really nice player who is also really well liked by his teammates due to his terrific work ethic and personality. In my mind anywhere Helm goes he's going to run into this. Still, I have to tip my cap to him for following his beliefs. I wish him well going forward.


As I told you last week, Dewayne Hendrix is also out along with Derrell Scott. That's three guys from last year's highly touted class already peeled off. All three guys projected as solid contributors going forward. That's pretty tough.


Alvin Harper will lead off today's show. I'm going to give him the opportunity to clear the air on his alleged beef with Tennessee. I'll be curious to hear what Harper has to say regarding his son, Cecil Cherry and Butch Jones. Should be interesting.


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'X', presented by Smoothie King and Fairways and Greens helps set up a super important recruiting week for the Vols.

'X' Says
'Shaping up to be a huge recruiting week for Tennessee. Important in many respects. Up to three prospects Tennessee has right at the top of the board at their respective positions are tentatively scheduled to make their college decisions public this week. In addition, each one is projected to be an early enrollee. If you have been following along at all, you know that Butch Jones loves to maximize his opportunities to get prospects in at mid term. Well, he has three opportunities right in front of him. Let’s discuss

1. Darren Kirkland, JR. Linebacker. We discussed Darren Kirkland JR last week. Recent defection from the University of Michigan's recruiting class. Top prospect in state of Indiana. Army All-American. Linebacker. Position of need for Tennessee. Scheduled to make an announcement during the Army All American game. Over the weekend decided to make an announcement Today. For Kirkland, it is down to Tennessee, Texas, Ole Miss, or Ohio State.

Tennessee came in second when Kirkland committed to Michigan during the spring. I don't think Tennessee comes in second again. Even though by all accounts, the kid had a great visit to Texas, I think he announces for Tennessee.


It should not go unnoticed that when Tennessee got re-engaged with Darren Kirkland, Tennessee and former Tennessee linebacker commitment Cecil Cherry parted ways. Kirkland is the better prospect and he fits Tennessee's needs at middle linebacker. I believe Tennessee's position that Kirkland is the better prospect between he and Cherry is validated because Texas hasn't stepped up and taken a commitment from Cecil Cherry yet . It is my contention Texas is holding out a glimmer of hope that Darren Kirkland will commit to Texas on Monday. In my opinion they too see Kirkland as a better linebacker prospect than Cherry.


2. Kyle Phillips, Strong Side Defensive End, Nashville Hillsboro. After watching Kyle Phillips the last half of the season, there is little doubt to me he is the best prospect in the state of Tennessee this recruiting cycle. He is athletic, he is raw, he is fast and he is disruptive. Phillips has a lot of physical tools and it is why most every school in the SEC as well as others have pursued him heavily. Two months ago, I gave Tennessee little chance with Phillips. Now, I think it is a tossup as to whether he chooses for Tennessee or LSU.


The last week to ten days things have been trending toward Tennessee. Really tough to get a feel where this kid is headed. He has many in his family wanting him to stay close to home and pick Tennessee. Tennessee got his last official visit. As of last evening Tennessee's staff felt really good about their chances here.


In the end, I think he picks Tennessee but it would not surprise me if he doesn't. My understanding is Phillips will make his decision public this week. Of late, Tennessee has had all the momentum with the prospect and his family.


3. Ugo Amadi. Amadi is a 4 star defensive back from Nashville Overton. Amadi is another prospect that projects as an early enrollee however this has been one odd recruitment. Amadi is an athletic defensive back. Being an early enrollee, he would have an opportunity to contribute early in the defensive backfield or in the return game. He is small but an explosive athlete. Tennessee had the lead for Amadi early in this recruiting cycle. Both parties seem to cool on one another and in steps Ole Miss. Ole Miss makes the kid a priority and Amadi commits to the Rebels.

Busted
Posted: Sun, Mar 24th, 4:22 PM
by Alison
Tennessee and other schools have never quit recruiting Amadi and he has continued to listen. Over the weekend, Amadi and Ole Miss parted ways. Amadi says it was his decision. Others say Ole Miss staff recruited over him. Not sure who I believe here. Amadi was scheduled to enroll in January but that now seems a bit in limbo and he stated he may wait and take visits in January. Make no mistake about it Tennessee wants Amadi.



I understand Tennessee staff were out Sunday evening after practice to see Amadi in Nashville hoping they could wrap this one up before the dead period begins. Unlike the aforementioned Kirkland and Phillips, Amadi has been very public and open with his recruitment. I could see Amadi picking Tennessee. If he doesn't and opts to keep his recruitment open until January I think it spells bad news for Tennessee.

Does Tennessee have room for all three prospects to enroll in January? Right now, I understand they do. Again, pay no attention to the commitment list. The commitment list right now is blurry at best. With the midterm departures of 4 to 5 freshman, I would expect even more shuffling of the deck chairs in this recruiting class before things calm down in February.


Extras

Anyone catch the Tennessee East West All Star game Friday night? I remember when I first started watching this game the talent of maybe one kid a year would stand out to me as a bona fide major college prospect. Now, there seems to be 5 to 6 on each team that appear to have the athleticism to play big time football. I was shocked Friday night to see how much speed and athleticism was on display.

Speaking of the All Star game, I don't question the kids Tennessee recruits or doesn't recruit. These guys have forgotten more than I know about talent evaluation. With that said, anybody catch the kid from Pearl Cohn named Keshawn Vaughan that played in the All Star Game. In fact, I think he was named the game most valuable player. Tennessee has offered but he seems to be down the pecking order on the running back board. That kid has a burst you can't teach. All I can say is whatever school signs this kid is getting a very good running back prospect.

'X'




'X', some thought provoking stuff from you my friend. I wouldn't expect anything less. You delivered my friend. I hope you're right about Kirkland. That would be huge get for the Vols. It's also interesting how Kirkland and Cherry could intersect twice. If that kid picks Texas and they have Cherry shuffle off it would be super interesting. Then again if he picks Texas it will mean UT finishes second.




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Hoops Vols get NC State Wednesday night. The Wolfpack was upset by Mike Young and his Wofford Terriers last night in Raleigh. We need to get Mike Young on and gratulate him and get scout for Wednesday. Get on it Briney Boy!Link


NC State came as close as you can to avoiding the upset but it wasn't meant to be. Link



Titans Jags Thursday night. How bad are the Titans? Jags opened as a 3 point favorite. First time in 34 games Jags open as a favorite. Thursday night football is officially jumping the shark.



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Kudos to UTC for their wonderful showing Friday night at #1 New Hampshire Friday night. That was great to see those Chattanooga kids fight the way they did. Nothing to be ashamed of losing to that team in those conditions.



Congrats to the oft maligned Cowboys. Solid win for them last night over my Eagles in Philly. Cowboys have won 5 of 6 in Philly. Home field for what?


RIP Johnny Football. We will miss you son. You were fun while you lasted. Poor Cleveland. Link


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Caitlin Clark
Posted: Fri, Mar 1st, 2:21 PM
We can now officially congratulate Caitlin Clark on breaking the record for the most points scored in women’s basketball!

Caitlin Clark is the biggest superstar in college basketball (men’s or women’s). That’s not just me being a fan, Caitlin Clark is HER! Caitlin scored 49 points on February 15th to pass Kelsey Plum’s NCAA record for the most career points in women’s college basketball..... [more]
It's a Love Story
Posted: Wed, Feb 14th, 11:23 AM
Jared (the redneck from Roanoke, VA) thought the Taylor Swift coverage would end with the Super Bowl, but this love story isn’t going anywhere. In a game that was four hours and 18 minutes (that’s a total of 15,480 seconds). Swift only appeared for around 55 seconds! 55 SECONDS from the moment the game kicked off to the overtime touchdown.

https://www.instagram.com/p/C3ONwhRyugP/.... [more]
Missouri Game Preview
Posted: Thu, Nov 9th, 12:56 PM
by Josh
The Vols did what they were expected to do against UConn. There's not really much to say about that game. The game this Saturday in Columbia, Missouri will decide whether or not this season is a failure in my opinion. If they Vols lose, they are staring at 8-4 and probably the Gator Bowl. Maybe Reliaquest..... [more]
Connecticut Game Preview
Posted: Thu, Nov 2nd, 6:19 PM
by Josh
The Vols are coming back to Neyland Stadium and I am returning after a discretionary bye week. I'll be honest with you. This year it seems like I've been writing the same preview over and over because the formula to win has been the same pretty much every SEC game. I didn't want to sound like a broken record so I needed a bit of a break from that.

I'll start with some general observations..... [more]



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