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Six former UT athletes receive honors from Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 9:05 PM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Six former UT athletes receive honors from Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame

Summary

On July 13, the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame enshrined six former University of Tennessee athletes during a ceremony in Nashville. Four Volunteers and two Lady Vols were honored, with Monica Abbott, Reggie Cobb, Antone Davis, Charles McRae, and Jason Witten receiving induction. Karlyn Pickens was named the Female Amateur Athlete of the Year for her achievements in softball, including leading her team to multiple College World Series appearances. The Hall of Fame recognizes athletes, coaches, and administrators who have made significant contributions to Tennessee sports history.

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•Monica Abbott is a four-time All-American and Olympic medalist.
•Karlyn Pickens led the Lady Vols to three SEC championships.
•Reggie Cobb rushed for over 2,300 career yards at UT.
•Antone Davis was a unanimous All-American and top NFL draft pick.
•Jason Witten had a notable 17-year career in the NFL.

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Four Vols and two Lady Vols were honored by the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame on Saturday, with five earning induction into the state's hall of fame in Nashville.
— Yahoo Sports

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