The new mascots for the Smokies, a father and son bear, made their debut at Covenant Health Park, along with a surprise ...

“We hosted a whole naming competition. We had almost 1,000 submissions for these mascot names.” “So we obviously have the main bear, the father of this duo, Knox, standing for Knoxville of ...

Many Tennessee residents are proud dog lovers, and many of them have given their furry friends names inspired by their home. These Tennessee dog names are inspired by the state’s rich history and ...

Tennessee held a contest in 1953 to choose a coonhound as their mascot. When Rev. Bill Brooks’ bluetick coonhound, “Brooks’ Blue Smokey,” was introduced, he howled. When the students ...

Astrologer Valerie Mesa reveals which iconic college mascot you're most ... demeanor and cherished presence, Smokey is a symbol of tradition and warmth for Tennessee fans," Mesa says, "Like ...

Rocky Top is home to one of the best mascots and spirit squads in the nation. This is something that Vols fans have known for years, of course. But the teams once again proved their skill and ...

Smokey the dog ignores flag, howls to celebrate Vols' TD Despite a flag being thrown on the play to negate the touchdown, Tennessee's mascot Smokey goes wild on the sideline in support of the Vols.