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Tennessee Rewards Coach Barnes with Lifetime Contract

8/29/2025

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The University of Tennessee awarded head coach Rick Barnes a lifetime contract on August 28, 2025.
Athletic Director Danny White commended Barnes for enhancing the program with NCAA tournament appearances and SEC titles since 2015.
Tennessee anticipates competitiveness despite offseason losses, bolstered by strong recruits and transfers like Nate Ament and Ja'Kobi Gillespie.
The 2025-26 season opens with an exhibition game against Duke on November 3rd.

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The University of Tennessee awarded head coach Rick Barnes a lifetime contract on August 28, 2025.
Athletic Director Danny White commended Barnes for enhancing the program with NCAA tournament appearances and SEC titles since 2015.
Tennessee anticipates competitiveness despite offseason losses, bolstered by strong recruits and transfers like Nate Ament and Ja'Kobi Gillespie.
The 2025-26 season opens with an exhibition game against Duke on November 3rd.