Tennessee’s athletic schedule is packed again, with many teams beginning conference play, as well as softball teeing off their fall season at home against a local opponent.
Sept. 19: Volleyball vs. Western Michigan — “T-Credit” opportunity
The No. 15 Lady Vols (5-3) are looking to get back to their winning ways after losing to Wofford 3-2 Monday night. Tennessee is set for a return to Food City Center after having four straight road matches. Although the Lady Vols are significant favorites, don’t count the Broncos out, since they upset No. 24 Marquette last week. No matter the result, these two teams will meet again the following day, Sept. 20, for another match.
Students can earn one “T-Credit” for attending this matchup.
Sept. 19: Soccer vs. Ole Miss — “T-Credit” opportunity
The Lady Vols soccer team is coming off one of the best weeks in program history, having shut out No. 9 UCLA and beating No. 7 Memphis 1-0. Tennessee jumped into Top Drawer’s top 25 teams this week, sitting at No. 23. The Lady Vols will open SEC play this week, hosting the Ole Miss Rebels at Regal Stadium on Thursday night. A Tennessee win would go a long way as they look to open conference play with a win.
This game offers one “T-Credit” to students.
Sept. 21: Men’s and women’s tennis at the ITA All-American Championships
Both the men’s and women’s teams are heading to play in the ITA All-American Championships. The men’s team will travel to Tulsa, Oklahoma, while the women’s team will play in Cary, North Carolina. This prestigious tournament is also a qualifier for the NCAA Division I Individual Championships, securing spots for 10 singles players as well as four doubles teams. Tennessee will compete from Sept. 21-29.
Sept. 21: Men’s golf at Valero Texas Collegiate
The men’s golf team will compete in the Valero Texas Collegiate golf tournament hosted by the University of Texas at San Antonio. This is a four-day event and will feature some of the top programs in the nation. This is an important event, as the individual winner will receive a berth into the Valero Texas Open.
Sept. 21: Football at Oklahoma
The No. 6 ranked Vols will travel to Norman, Oklahoma, to kick off SEC play. This will be the No. 15 Sooners’ inaugural game in the SEC, and they are faced with a challenge. Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel, a former coach and quarterback with the Sooners, will certainly be ready for this game. The Sooners will present Tennessee with a challenge, but the Vols open the game as a 7.5-point favorite.
Sept. 22: Soccer at Alabama
Following their Thursday night match against Ole Miss, the Lady Vols will travel to Tuscaloosa on Sunday afternoon. The Crimson Tide are 7-2 this season and hold a three-game win streak over the Lady Vols. Despite this, Tennessee is the favorite heading into the game. The Lady Vols will look to win in Tuscaloosa for the seventh time in program history.
Sept. 23: Women’s golf at Cavalier Regional Preview
The Lady Vols golf team is back in action after nearly two weeks without play. They will travel to Charlottesville, Virginia and take part in the Cavalier Regional Preview, hosted by the University of Virginia.
Sept. 25: Softball vs. Carson-Newman
The Lady Vols will start off their fall season with Carson-Newman at home. Tennessee head coach Karen Weekly returns for her 24th season at the helm for the Lady Vols. Last year, the Lady Vols continued their SEC dominance by taking the SEC regular season title. Carson-Newman will be a warmup for the Lady Vols as they look to get their 2024 season started on the right note.
Sept. 25: Volleyball vs. Alabama — “T-Credit” opportunity
Wrapping up the week, Tennessee hosts Alabama in volleyball. The Crimson Tide have had a great start to the season, posting an 8-1 record. The Lady Vols look to steal a crucial game against an SEC opponent.
Students can earn two “T-Credits” for attending this match.
