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Richard Barnes (born July 17, 1954) is an American college basketball coach who is currently the head coach at the University of Tennessee. He is also known for coaching at the University of Texas from 1998 to 2015, taking the team to the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament in 16 of his 17 seasons -- including 14 straight ...
Oct 25, 2023 · By TERESA M. WALKER. Updated 3:10 AM PDT, October 25, 2023. Josiah-Jordan James wants to leave Tennessee having helped the ninth-ranked Volunteers make history. That’s why the guard decided on the last day possible to return for his fifth year.
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Oct 25, 2023 · Coach Rick Barnes, with his contract extended through 2027-28, goes into his ninth season here having made 27 NCAA tournaments with four schools with only three Elite Eight appearances and one...
Tennessee’s fortunes on the hardwood have never looked brighter, as Rick Barnes, the most decorated and accomplished head coach in school history, has led the Volunteers to new heights in his eight seasons on Rocky Top.
Sep 19, 2023 · FILE - Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes watches his players during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Mississippi State in Starkville, Miss., Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023. Tennessee has extended coach Rick Barnes’ contract through the 2027-28 season, which should help ensure he finishes his career with the Volunteers.
Feb 25, 2024 · Rick Barnes notched his 800th career victory as the Vols beat Texas A&M 85-51 on Saturday. The second active coach with at least 800 wins, Barnes has led Tennessee to five straight NCAA Tournaments and restored success at UT.
Mar 24, 2022 · Tennessee has rewarded coach Rick Barnes for winning the Volunteers' first SEC tournament championship in 43 years with a contract extension through the 2026-27 season.
