RTI Press Pass

RTI Press Pass

RTI Press Pass offers even more coverage of the Tennessee Volunteers with unique, smart, and balanced podcasts, as well as additional media that super-serves the Vol fanbase that can’t get enough Big Orange coverage.

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July 29, 2025 64 mins

The RTI: Press Pass is back again as hosts Ric Butler, Ryan Schumpert, and Ryan Sylvia are previewing the upcoming fall camp slate for the Tennessee Volunteers. The guys break down all sorts of storylines and questions regarding the Vols' preseason outlook and mix that in with some of what they heard at UT Media Day on Tuesday afternoon in Knoxville. Some of the topics on today's preview include Boo Carter's status with th...

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Welcome back to the RTI: Press Pass podcast with a great episode in store on Tuesday. With a full slate on hand before the football season, we're doing a Mount Rushmore draft of the best Tennessee Athletics WINS in the Danny White era (2021-2025). The guys go in snake order with Ryan Sylvia starting things off, followed by Ric Butler, Jack Foster, and Ryan Schumpert. What do you think? Who won? What games did we miss? What...

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The RTI: Press Pass is BACK in action! Host Ric Butler is joined by RTI's newest addition, Ryan Sylvia, as they recap their trip to Atlanta on Tuesday for SEC Media Days. The guys talk about what was said regarding Tennessee's upcoming quarterback battle, Josh Heupel's presence at the event, the Vols' trio of players, Jermod McCoy's injury status, and much more. Stay tuned to RTI for more UT coverage with training camp rig...

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RTI's Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert preview Tennessee baseball's upcoming Super Regional against Arkansas, discussing keys to victory and where Tennessee is at after a regional win. Phillips game 1 and Doyle game 2? How have the bullpen power rankings changed? What is Tegan Kuhns' role? Plus, where the offense is at and discussing the need for Dalton Bargo, Hunter Ensley and Reese Chapman to step up. Finally, the guys loo...

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The RTI Diamond Pass is back with Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert giving a full preview of the upcoming Knoxville Regional. The guys start by taking a look at 2-seed Wake Forest, 3-seed Cincinnati and 4-seed Miami Ohio, discussing strengths and weaknesses of each. Should Tennessee start Liam Doyle on Saturday instead? What is the status of the bullpen right now? Should Tegan Kuhns continue to pitch in a game three setting? ...

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The RTI: Diamond Pass is back for another big episode as hosts Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert break down Tennessee's series loss to Arkansas. Despite the series loss, Tennessee did play better than in weeks past, but some of the same issues plagued the Vols in addition to a rare Liam Doyle dud. The guys also discuss Tennessee's All-SEC awards, including Liam Doyle as Pitcher of the Year and honors for Andrew Fischer, Hunte...

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The RTI Diamond Pass is back with Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert breaking down Tennessee baseball's series loss to Vanderbilt and where the Vols go from here. The guys discuss the biggest issues plaguing the team and the possibility of Marcus Phillips moving out of the starting rotation. Plus, what's at stake for Tennessee this weekend in Fayetteville and what the Vols need to ensure a Top 16 seed in the NCAA Tournament. D...

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On this week's episode of the RTI: Diamond Pass, hosts Ryan Schumpert and Jack Foster are back to break down the latest around Tennessee Baseball and the Vols' series loss to Auburn in a weird weekend in Knoxville. The guys talk about the offensive struggles continuing, concern for a power shortage, a mixed bag for the bullpen, and much more. You won't want to miss this one!
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Check out the latest episode of the RTI: Press Pass podcast as hosts Ric Butler and Ryan Schumpert are breaking down some Tennessee Athletics on a Tuesday morning. The guys start the show by diving into Tennessee's new transfer quarterback, Joey Aguilar, and what he is bringing to the Vols' program. Ryan and Ric also discuss Tennessee Basketball's new five-star addition with PF Nate Ament and more Vol Hoops offseason story...

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On this week's episode of the RTI: Diamond Pass, hosts Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are breaking down what went wrong for Tennessee baseball in the Kentucky series loss and if it's time to hit the panic button. Download and subscribe TODAY!
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0:25 Intro
1:30 Offensive struggles sank Tennessee
5:53 Dean Curley's bounce-back weekend
9:03 The concerns with the bottom of the lineup
14:11 Cannon Peebles'...

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RTI's Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to look at the state of Tennessee baseball halfway through SEC play. Should there be worry in regards to the bullpen? What should AJ Russell's role be moving forward? What is the best infield combination? Plus, looking at the tremendous performances from Liam Doyle and Andrew Fischer in Ole Miss, as well as the stock of Brayden Krenzel, Tanner Franklin, Dean Curley, Chris Newst...

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Check out the latest episode of the RTI: Press Pass podcast as hosts Ric Butler and Ryan Schumpert are breaking down the first two transfer portal additions for Tennessee Baseball in the wake of the Houston loss. The guys talk about what Ja'Kobi Gillespie brings to the table from Maryland, how Jaylen Carey's physicality will pivot Tennessee's playstyle, and the Vols' rotation of big men with the return of JP Estrella from ...

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Check out the latest episode of the RTI: Diamond Pass as hosts Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to discuss what happened in Tennessee baseball's series loss to Texas A&M. The Vols no-hit the Aggies in game one but proceeded to give up 26 runs including 11 homers. The guys break down what went wrong in a disastrous doubleheader while also giving Liam Doyle his flowers for Friday's great performance.
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The RTI: Diamond Pass is BACK as Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are looking at THREE big questions for Tennessee baseball nine games into SEC play. What should Tennessee do with AJ Russell? Are Ariel Antigua and Dalton Bargo everyday starters now, no matter what? Plus, examining Dean Curley in the leadoff spot, Hunter Ensley's hot streak, and more. It's a BIG episode, so download and subscribe TODAY!
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Check out the RTI: Reaction show as Ryan and Ric are breaking down Tennessee's 78-65 win over Kentucky in the Sweet 16 on Friday night in Indianapolis.
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Check out the latest episode of the RTI: Press Pass as Ryan Schumpert and Ric Butler are previewing Tennessee's Sweet 16 rivalry matchup on Friday night in Indianapolis. The guys talk about the previous meetings between the two teams, keys to the game for this weekend, and much more. Download and subscribe TODAY!
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RTI's Jack Foster and Ryan Schumpert are back to discuss all the big takeaways from Tennessee baseball's series win over Alabama in Tuscaloosa. The guys start with how Tennessee's pitching staff performed on the weekend, including Liam Doyle's eventful start, Nate Snead's extended relief outing and great appearances from freshmen Tegan Kuhns and Brayden Krenzel. Additionally, the guys talk the big weekends from Dalton Barg...

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Listen as RTI’s Ric Butler and Ryan Schumpert break down their thoughts on Tennessee’s 67-58 win over UCLA in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Saturday night in Lexington, KY. More on RockyTopInsider.com
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Check out the latest episode of the RTI: Press Pass as hosts Ryan and Ric are breaking down their reactions to Tennessee's first round win over Wofford in the NCAA March Madness Tournament on Thursday in Lexington. Stay tuned to www.RockyTopInsider.com for more postseason coverage. Download and subscribe TODAY!
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Check out the latest episode of the RTI: Press Pass podcast as hosts Ryan Schumpert and Ric Butler are back from Nashville to talk a little Tennessee Basketball. The guys talked about the reactions to the Vols' impressive run through the SEC Tournament before diving into a preview for Thursday's game against Wofford in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. Ryan and Ric also discuss the Midwest Region as a whole, Kentucky...

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