Vanderbilt Women's Basketball Beats Tennessee in Knoxville

Second win ever for Vanderbilt at Thompson-Boling Arena

Mar. 2, 2026 at 9:23pm

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Vanderbilt women's basketball team defeated the University of Tennessee 87-77 at Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, marking only the second time in program history that Vanderbilt has won at Tennessee's home court.

Why it matters

This victory is a significant accomplishment for the Vanderbilt women's basketball team, as Tennessee is a powerhouse program in the SEC. Winning at Thompson-Boling Arena is extremely difficult, and this win helps solidify Vanderbilt's position in the SEC tournament.

The details

The game featured multiple runs by both teams, with Tennessee going on an 8-0 run in the second half. However, Vanderbilt was able to respond and ultimately secure the 10-point victory.

  • The game took place on March 1, 2026.

The players

Vanderbilt Women's Basketball Team

The Vanderbilt women's basketball team, led by their head coach, defeated the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.

University of Tennessee Women's Basketball Team

The University of Tennessee women's basketball team, a powerhouse program in the SEC, hosted Vanderbilt at Thompson-Boling Arena.

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What’s next

Vanderbilt will now prepare for the SEC tournament, where they are likely to be seeded second.

The takeaway

This victory over a powerhouse Tennessee program demonstrates the strength and resilience of the Vanderbilt women's basketball team, and positions them well for a deep run in the SEC tournament.