Today’s news
Vanderbilt Extends Head Coach Mark Byington's Contract
Byington led Commodores to NCAA Tournament in 2026 after previous March Madness appearances.

Kentucky Needs to Land Dominant Transfer Center to Bolster Frontcourt
Coach Mark Pope should prioritize adding an experienced big man to the Wildcats' roster this offseason.
Vanderbilt Extends Basketball Coach Mark Byington's Contract
Byington led Commodores to back-to-back NCAA Tournament appearances amid North Carolina coaching rumors.
Recent news
Mar. 23, 2026
Illinois, the youngest team in Women's NCAA tournament, proving age is just a number
No. 7 seed Illinois faces No. 2 seed Vanderbilt in the second round of the Women's NCAA Tournament.
Mar. 22, 2026
Vanderbilt Women's Basketball Advances to March Madness Round of 32
Commodores defeat High Point in first round, led by record-breaking performances
Mar. 22, 2026
Vanderbilt's March Madness Run Ends in Heartbreaker Against Nebraska
Commodores fall just short of Sweet 16 berth after thrilling back-and-forth battle with Cornhuskers
Mar. 22, 2026
Vanderbilt women's hoops storms to NCAA tournament first-round win
Sophomore star Mikayla Blakes breaks school scoring record in rout of High Point
Mar. 22, 2026
Vanderbilt Guard Tyler Tanner Thought Half-Court Heave Would Fall
Tanner's last-second shot just rimmed out, giving Nebraska a 74-72 win over the Commodores.
Mar. 21, 2026
Tennessee State University Tigers Return to NCAA Tournament After 30 Years
Students celebrate the historic moment as the HBCU program makes its first Big Dance appearance since 1994.
Mar. 21, 2026
ESPN Ranks Tennessee Behind Kentucky, Virginia in Best Tournament Teams Remaining
Vols emphatically handled business in Round of 64, but ranked 21st by ESPN
Mar. 19, 2026
Vanderbilt Freshman Leverett Praises Coaches, Teammates After Breakout Season
Leverett credits strong bonds with coaches and players for his personal growth and team's NCAA Tournament run.
Mar. 19, 2026
Miami (OH) RedHawks to Face Tennessee Volunteers in March Madness 2026 First Round
The RedHawks look to pull off the upset as 10.5-point underdogs against the No. 6 seed Volunteers.
Mar. 18, 2026
Vanderbilt Commodores Advance in March Madness
Men's and women's teams both reach Sweet Sixteen for first time in school history
Mar. 17, 2026
Vanderbilt Guard Mike James Embraces Reduced Role After Injury
Once a key transfer addition, James has struggled to regain his form after missing a season due to a knee infection.
Mar. 16, 2026
Vanderbilt Earns Surprise No. 5 Seed After SEC Tournament Run
The Commodores' unexpected success has March Madness fans buzzing.
Mar. 16, 2026
Vanderbilt Women's Basketball Headed to 2026 March Madness
Commodores to host High Point in first round as No. 2 seed
Mar. 16, 2026
Illinois Women's Basketball Team Focused on Itself During NCAA Tournament Bye Week
Illini players given two days off before returning to practice to prepare for first-round matchup against Colorado
Mar. 16, 2026
Texas Longhorns Face Familiar Foe in March Madness First Four
New head coach Sean Miller leads Texas back to the First Four, where they'll take on NC State in a rematch of an earlier regular season matchup.
Mar. 16, 2026
Santa Clara over Kentucky tipped as top NCAA Tournament upset pick
Analysts see the No. 10 Broncos as a dangerous first-round matchup for the No. 7 Wildcats.
Mar. 15, 2026
Vanderbilt Guard Breaks 27-Year-Old Steals Record
Tyler Tanner surpassed a mark set by his former coach during the SEC Tournament.
Mar. 15, 2026
Vanderbilt Falls Short in SEC Championship Game
Commodores lose 86-75 to Arkansas in hard-fought battle
Mar. 15, 2026
Arkansas, Vanderbilt Face Off in SEC Championship Game
Top-ranked teams battle for conference title in Nashville
Mar. 15, 2026
Vanderbilt Locks in NCAA Tournament Bid with SEC Semifinal Win
Commodores expected to receive No. 4 seed, await opponent on Selection Sunday