Everything Orange

Hannah Smith has been an integral component to Tennessee Rowing’s rapid rise to the top of the sport, most recently reaching new heights with the program’s first SEC title and No. 1 ranking. With the NCAA Championships on deck, Smith joins the Everything Orange podcast to discuss the Lady Vols’ national-championship aspirations, how she’s seen the program transform over the past four seasons, and...

Fore please, Jackson Herrington now podcasting! Fresh off an appearance as an amateur at the 2026 Masters Tournament, and with NCAA postseason play starting next week, sophomore men’s golf standout Jackson Herrington joins the Everything Orange podcast. The Dickson, Tennessee, native qualified for The Masters — as well as the upcoming 2026 U.S. Open — after finishing as runner-up at the U.S. Amate...

With championship season underway, Sarah Detwiler sits down with Tennessee women’s golf standout Kyra Van Kan on this week’s Everything Orange podcast. Fresh off an All-SEC Second Team selection and a breakout sophomore season, Van Kan reflects on Tennessee’s historic SEC Championship run, the confidence this team has built, and the pressure moments that helped shape the Lady Vols throughout the y...

This week, Sarah Detwiler sits down with Tennessee softball standout Ella Dodge on the Everything Orange podcast as the Lady Vols continue their push through a strong SEC season and into the final stretch before postseason play. Dodge reflects on Tennessee’s historic year, including the program’s best-ever 26–0 start and early No. 1 ranking, and breaks down what it’s like competing in the SEC week...

With baseball season in full swing, Sarah Detwiler sits down with Tennessee baseball’s Landon Mack on this week’s Everything Orange podcast. In his first year on Rocky Top, the sophomore pitcher has already started nine games and has notched a team-high 64 strikeouts. The two look at Mack’s go-to hype song, favorite athletes, and the stadium he one day dreams of pitching in.  From there, they look...

This week on Everything Orange, Sarah Detwiler sits down with Tennessee Head Diving Coach Jane Figueiredo as she reflects on her first year leading the Vols diving program. Jane shares what it was like stepping onto Rocky Top after coaching at the highest levels internationally and collegiately, including guiding athletes to Olympic medals and world championships. She looks back on year one — feat...

With spring practice underway on Rocky Top, Sarah Detwiler sits down with Tennessee football’s Jourdan Thomas on this week’s Everything Orange podcast. Thomas, a 2026 Torchbearer Award recipient, reflects on the emotional moment when the surprise announcement unfolded in front of his teammates. From hearing his name called to experiencing a full-circle moment, he shares what the honor means to him...

This week on Everything Orange, Sarah Detwiler sits down with senior tennis standout Leyla Britez Risso for a look into her journey through Rocky Top. Leyla reflects on stepping into her senior season and how fast her time at Tennessee has gone, from looking up to upperclassmen to now leading the team alongside her longtime doubles partner, Cat. She dives into this year’s squad, what makes the gro...

With spring football now only days away, Sarah Detwiler sits down with redshirt sophomore tight end and rising Tennessee Football star Ethan Davis.  The Atlanta native enters his fourth season on Rocky Top in 2026, coming off a stellar close to the 2025 campaign. Despite fighting through injury, Davis made four starts last season and showcased his unique skillset when he logged five catches for 72...

This week on Everything Orange, Sarah Detwiler is joined by freshman standout Ismaila Sawaneh as the Vols track and field program kicks off 2026. Ismaila shares what it felt like to compete in his first collegiate meets, including a winning debut at the Bob Pollock Invitational, and how joining such a stacked pole vault group has pushed him to new heights. He looks back on his journey from growing...

This week on Everything Orange, Sarah Detwiler is joined by sophomore diving standout Bennett Greene following a thrilling SEC Championships in Knoxville. Bennett relives his clutch 1-meter performance, where a near-perfect final dive secured a 400.8 score and a gold medal by just one tenth of a point in front of a roaring home crowd. He also reflects on the team’s overall success, with the Tennes...

This week on Everything Orange, Sarah Detwiler is joined by sophomore standout Emma Clarke as the Lady Vols open the 2026 season. Emma shares what it felt like to be back in competition and the tone this team set to start the year. Fresh off a 5-0 weekend in Clearwater, including a statement top-five win over Oregon, Emma breaks down the team’s fast start and the confidence fueling this group earl...

This week, Sarah Detwiler sits down with Vol Baseball’s Reese Chapman, with the outfielder returning to Rocky Top for his senior season. Reese reflects on growing up a baseball kid in Parker, Colorado, coming from a sports-driven and loving family, and what shaped him into the player and leader he is today.  He opens up about the decision to come back to Tennessee, being the program’s lone four-ye...

This week, Sarah Detwiler sits down with Gui Caribe, a true force in the pool and one of the most accomplished swimmers in Tennessee history. With two national championships, 17 SEC medals, and 19 All-America honors, Gui reflects on how far he’s come and what it’s like to see all of his achievements. Gui shares his journey from growing up in Brazil, both in Salvador and São Paulo, to eventually ma...

This week, Sarah Detwiler sits down with Ja’Kobi Gillespie, Tennessee men’s basketball senior and Greenville, Tennessee native. Ja’Kobi reflects on growing up just down the road from Knoxville, the family foundation that shaped him, and how competing with his siblings helped fuel his love for the game. He opens up about his journey as a multi-sport athlete, winning back-to-back state championships...

This week, Sarah Detwiler sits down with Mia and Mya Pauldo, Tennessee freshmen and the first twins to appear on Everything Orange. The Lady Vol guards talk about growing up in Paterson, New Jersey, what it’s like having a built-in best friend, and how being twins gives them an edge on and off the court. Mia and Mya reflect on their journey to Tennessee, the moment they knew Rocky Top was home, an...

This week, Sarah Detwiler sits down with Bishop Boswell, one of the breakout stories of Tennessee Basketball. Bishop talks about finding joy in the game, stepping into a major role this season, and what the Vols learned from both a statement win over No. 5 Houston and a tough stretch of losses. He breaks down his Players Era Tournament breakout, where he didn’t miss a shot and earned high praise f...

This week, Sarah Detwiler sits down with Lady Vol standout Hayden Kubik, who was recently selected third overall by the San Diego Mojo in the 2025 Major League Volleyball Draft. She recaps Tennessee’s 19–6 regular season, the team’s growth through the SEC Tournament, and the mindset heading into the NCAA Tournament. Hayden reflects on the moment she was drafted, how she shared the news with her te...

This week, Sarah Detwiler sits down Tennessee Football wide receiver Braylon Staley, a breakout star for one of the nation’s top offensive units. Staley opens up about his upbringing, his always-positive personality, and the family support that shaped him long before he stepped onto the field at Neyland Stadium. He reflects on why Knoxville felt like home despite having over 25 Division I offers,...

This week, Sarah Detwiler sits down with Lady Vol forward Janiah Barker for her first in-depth conversation since joining Tennessee Basketball. Barker reflects on her journey from playing at Texas A&M and UCLA to finding her home at Rocky Top. She shares what drew her to Tennessee, the connection she’s built with Coach Kim Caldwell, and how she’s adjusting to the fast-paced, defense-first styl...

This week, Sarah Detwiler sits down with newly named Tennessee Baseball head coach Josh Elander for his first in-depth conversation since taking over the program. Elander reflects on a whirlwind few weeks for him and his family, the moment it all became real, and the overwhelming support from fans, alumni, and players across Vol Nation. He discusses the addition of associate head coach Chuck Jerol...

This week, Sarah Detwiler chats with junior forward Cade Phillips as Tennessee basketball gears up for the 2025 season. Phillips reflects on a fast offseason, lessons from back-to-back Elite Eight runs, and stepping into a leadership role as the most tenured Vol on the roster. He talks about the team’s chemistry with five new freshmen and three transfers, the challenge of opening against Duke, and...

This week, Sarah Detwiler chats with Ally Brown — Tennessee’s senior defender and in-state star — to reflect on an unforgettable season for the Lady Vols. From upsetting the nation’s No. 1 team to climbing into the top five and posting one of the best defensive records in program history, Ally shares what’s made this year so special. She talks about the team’s chemistry, leadership, and focus as T...

This week, Sarah Detwiler chats with Colton Hood — Tennessee’s playmaking cornerback — as he reflects on the Volunteers’ first bye week of the season and assesses both his own performance and the team’s progress. Coming off a thrilling 41-34 overtime win at Mississippi State, Hood jump-started the team with a 23-yard pick-six, while Tennessee’s defense racked up five sacks, eleven tackles for loss...

This week, Sarah Detwiler chats with Chelsea Sutton — Tennessee’s all-in-one hitter and blocker — is powering the Lady Vols through an electric start to SEC play. After opening conference action with sweeps over Georgia and South Carolina, Tennessee has climbed to No. 20 in the country with an 11-1 record and record-breaking crowds at the Food City Center. Sutton has been dominant on both sides of...