Latest News On Lady Vols And Men's Basketball Recruiting
Lady Vols: Recruits and Team Updates
The Lady Vols basketball team has been busy recruiting new talent for the upcoming season. One of their top recruits is Destiny Salary, a 6-foot-1 forward from Jonesboro, Arkansas. Salary is ranked as the No. 10 overall player in the 2022 class and the No. 2 player at her position. She committed to the Lady Vols in early September and is expected to make an immediate impact on the team.
The team also added another talented forward in Brooklynn Miles from Richmond, Kentucky. Miles is a 5-foot-6 guard who is ranked as the No. 13 player in the 2022 class and the No. 5 player at her position. She brings speed and versatility to the team and is expected to be a key contributor in the upcoming season.
As for team updates, the Lady Vols are coming off a successful season in which they finished with a 17-8 record and made it to the second round of the NCAA tournament. Head coach Kellie Harper is entering her third season with the team and is focused on building on last year's success. The team has a strong core of returning players, including senior guard Rae Burrell, who led the team in scoring last season with 16.8 points per game.
Men's Basketball: Signings and Team Updates
The men's basketball team has also been active on the recruiting front, adding several new players to the roster. One of their top recruits is Kennedy Chandler, a 6-foot-1 point guard from Memphis, Tennessee. Chandler is ranked as the No. 11 overall player in the 2021 class and the No. 1 player at his position. He is expected to be a game-changer for the team and help them compete for a championship.
The team also added another talented guard in Brandon Huntley-Hatfield from Clarksville, Tennessee. Huntley-Hatfield is a 6-foot-9 forward who is ranked as the No. 19 overall player in the 2022 class and the No. 3 player at his position. He brings size and athleticism to the team and is expected to make an immediate impact.
As for team updates, the men's basketball team is coming off a disappointing season in which they finished with a 18-9 record and lost in the first round of the NCAA tournament. Head coach Rick Barnes is entering his sixth season with the team and is focused on turning things around. The team has a strong core of returning players, including senior guard Josiah-Jordan James, who led the team in rebounds and assists last season.
Upcoming Games
The Lady Vols and men's basketball teams both have exciting games coming up in the next few weeks. The Lady Vols will take on the University of Central Florida on November 12th in their season opener. This will be a great opportunity to see the team's new recruits in action and get a sense of what to expect from them this season.
The men's basketball team will also have their season opener on November 9th against UT Martin. This will be a chance to see how the new recruits fit in with the returning players and get a sense of how the team is shaping up for the season.
Conclusion
Overall, the Lady Vols and men's basketball teams are both looking strong heading into the upcoming season. With talented recruits and strong returning players, both teams have the potential to make a deep run in the NCAA tournament. Be sure to tune in to their upcoming games to see them in action!