nthusiastic after their first meeting with Coach Peterson. Jenis Grindstaff said that having the coaching decision finalized will allow the team to focus on the next season and really likes the enthusiasm that Coach Peterson brings. Forward Ron Slay said that Peterson has already challenged him to a game of pool. Peterson feels that he needs to get to know his players outside of just what they do on the court. So Ron Slay will be able to tell us shortly who is better with a pool cue.Look for some big changes in how the Volunteers Men’s Basketball team and staff interact with the East Tennessee community. Coach Peterson is the son of a University of Tennessee graduate and has family all around East Tennessee. That personal connection is what will drive Coach Peterson to set roots in our community.Coach Peterson and family, Welcome to East Tennessee!!!In other sports, the Diamond Vols host the Alabama Crimson Tide this weekend at Lindsay Nelson Stadium. This season Coach Rod Delmonico has one of his most talented teams in a few seasons. If you like to watch baseball with players who steal bases and turn singles into doubles, and doubles into triples, come on down and check them out. The games are Friday at 7:00 P.M. and Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 P.M.Lady Vols Tennis team remains ranked in the Top Five in the NCAA. Strong play in both singles and doubles is keeping the team among the best in the nation. Good Job Ladies!!!...
