Tennessee Vols
Tennessee volleys past Gardner-Webb for record-tying home win
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No. 20 Tennessee dominated Gardner-Webb 94-52 on December 21 at Food City Center, tying a program record with its 43rd straight non-conference home victory. The Vols' stifling defense limited the Runnin' Bulldogs to 19 first-half points, while a balanced offense featured double-digit scoring from four players. Ethan Burg sat out due to illness, but Tennessee improved to 9-3.
The No. 20 Tennessee Volunteers overcame a slow start to defeat New Mexico State 42-9 on November 15 at Neyland Stadium. Four different Vols players scored rushing touchdowns in the victory, marking the end of their nonconference schedule. Quarterback Joey Aguilar contributed 204 passing yards and a rushing score despite two interceptions.