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IT’S TURKEY TIME IN TENNESSEE Check out this issue for recipes, travel tips and other ideas for your Thanksgiving break.

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Ways to travel safely over Thanksgiving Annie Tieu

News Editor

Kylie Hubbard

Asst. News Editor There are many things to be thankful for during the holiday season, but safety may be one of the most important.

The land and skies are predicted to be especially crowded this year for Thanksgiving with 1.6 million more people traveling, producing travel levels at their highest in 12 years.

According to the AAA, approximately 50.9 million people will travel at least 50 miles away from home for the holiday, increasing 3.3 percent from last year.

The AAA also reported that 89 percent of all travelers, or 45.5 million people, are planning a Thanksgiving road trip, which increased 3.2 percent compared to last year.

The largest percent increase, at five percent, is from air travel, and 3.95 million people are predicted to hit the skies for the holiday. However, airline travelers will also pay the cheapest airfare on average since 2013.

But while air travel will be relatively inexpensive, drivers will be paying the highest Thanksgiving gas prices since 2014.

“Road trips will cost more, however,” the Chattanooga Times Free Press reported.

“The national average for a gallon of regular

is $2.56, up from $2.16 a year ago.”

As for alternative travel options, like trains, buses and cruises, they’re expected to increase 1.1 percent, the equivalent of 1.48 million travelers.

Therefore, to avoid the hectic holiday travel, here are some safety tips and reminders for both air travel and car travel as well as the weather forecast in Knoxville for those staying in town.

Weather forecast: Prepare for partly sunny days around Thanksgiving. On Wednesday, the high will be 50 degrees and the low will be 29 degrees, and there’s a 10 percent chance of precipitation. On Thursday, the high is predicted to be 54 degrees and is predicted to be 31 degrees with a zero percent chance of precipitation.

Travelers on Wednesday could potentially face delays in the Northeast with a rain, ice and snow mixture moving through the area.

Airport delays for places like New York and Boston are expected.

More of the country will see rain showers on Thursday. Florida and parts of Georgia and South Carolina will see participation for most of Thursday and Friday. The Northwest will also see showers with rain stretching from Seattle to Jackson Hole.

Air travel: Leave plenty of time to make it to the airport and get through TSA checks.

Travelers should research or keep in mind TSA changes. One of the new requirements of TSA is that all electronics larger than a cellphone, like a laptop, must be taken out of carry-on bags for screening. Fliers simply place these electronics in a separate plastic bin to go through security checks.

Rather than checking bags, pack light and bring a carry-on bag and a personal item to avoid lost or stolen items.

As for food, remember that there are certain food items that cannot be taken on a plane, including liquids like creamy dips and spreads, jams, soup and alcohol.

Road travel: Make sure the car is in good condition for a road trip. Check tire pressure, fluids and windshield wipers.

Allow extra travel time in the event of heavy traffic and delays, and check the weather along the route before hitting the road in case of any storms that may be coming.

Be patient and avoid distractions, like texting and driving. While this reminder may be obvious, it is especially important when considering congested roads and other busy holiday drivers.

Take breaks by stopping and resting when tired. And if there are other passengers, rotate drivers if possible during long trips.

Finally — and this is an easy one — remember to enjoy the Thanksgiving break.

How to avoid politics on Thanksgiving Neeley Moore

Copy Editor We’ve all been in the uncomfortable situation where the dreaded political conversations arise in the middle of a holiday meal, changing the mood automatically. While it’s always a good idea to avoid controversial topics over the holidays, last Thanksgiving just so happened to follow the political climate of last year’s eventful election.

A year later and it still feels the same way; there’s been a whole year of political events which might not make the best table talk.

No one wants to get in a debate while eating pumpkin pie, no matter how strongly they feel about the topic at hand, and many political topics can lead to dark and sad stories that shift the joyful unity holidays often bring.

Here are some most-definitely-not-politics table topics you can discuss with your family over Thanksgiving in order to have educational, helpful and enjoyable conversations that lead to goodwill.

Family history: Most families have extremely interesting stories from past generations. Ask your aunts or grandparents or cousins if they know anything about the past of your heritage.

Although it’s rare someone will know the entire story of your family line, each person probably has a story or two they’ve been told before. Did your great uncle fight in a war?

Where did your family members originally live 300 years ago? You’ll never know until you ask.

it’s easy to forget our parents were once in our same shoes. For your relatives who went to college when they were your age, ask them about what college was like when they went.

What were football games like? How much did textbooks cost? How late did they stay up studying? If you have cousins also in college, ask them about their experiences at different places. How do other campuses compare to UT? What are game days like? College is an interesting and important time for everyone, so ask for advice and listen and compare.

Politics (a long time ago): While it technically does involve the dreaded topic, ask your grandparents or another relative what the political climate was like when they were young (after maybe clarifying a desire to avoid the politics of 2017).

Your grandmother probably lived through the civil rights movement, for example, and has seen things first hand you’ve read about in history.

A book you read this year (or movie you saw) that you thought was important: Every year, we learn new things, but we don’t just learn from textbooks and lectures.

Often the works art in our lives, from good books to movies, leave impacts on our lives.

Ask around and hear about the books that different people read over the year and what they felt like those books left them with. If not a book, ask about a movie everyone saw and why they either enjoyed it or hated it.

Chances are, there’s something everyone saw and can heartily discuss.

College experiences: As a college student in the 21st century,

ARTS&CULTURE

Wednesday, November 22, 2017 • The Daily Beacon

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What to watch Wednesday: Best TV families Allie Clouse

Arts & Culture Editor Whether you’re eagerly finishing up lastminute assignments to hurry home or dreading what awaits you at the dinner table this year, Thanksgiving is a time to spend with those whom we consider family (no matter how dysfunctional). Here are three of the best TV families that capture just how crazy yet caring our relatives can be.

Modern Family This mockumentary family sitcom perfectly sums up the ups and downs of families, no matter what the dynamics of yours looks like. The show follows one big family consisting of three smaller households. Jay Pritchett marries his second wife (Gloria) and gains a stepson (Manny). Eventually, Jay and Gloria conceive their own child, named Joe. Jay’s children Mitchell and Claire also have unique families of their own which are featured in the show. Mitchell and his husband (Cam) have an adopted daughter (Lily). Meanwhile, Claire and her husband (Phil) have three children of their own (Haley, Alex and Luke). The nearly decadeold series has followed each character through the good and bad times of growing up and

focused on many of the same issues real families face every day. If you’re looking for a good laugh and heartfelt, relatable stories, “Modern Family” is exactly the show you need and is sure to make you miss your chaotic time at home once Thanksgiving break is over.

Friends Although they may not be exactly family, the “Friends” cast is always there for each other. If you’re not especially close to your family, you probably relate to many of the hilarious and emotional aspects of this classic sitcom. Monica, Ross, Rachel, Chandler, Joey and Phoebe are just six New Yorkers trying to figure out life, relationships and adulting during their mid-20s.

The show aired on television for ten years (from 1994 to 2004) and is still a favorite among viewers. As a struggling college student also trying to figure yourself and the world out, “Friends” is the perfect binge-worthy show to watch over the break and remember your family away from home. “Friends” is also known for their iconic annual Thanksgiving episodes, perfect get you into the holiday spirit.

Gilmore Girls Set in a small, storybook Connecticut town, “Gilmore Girls” follows mom and daughter duo/best friends Lorelai and Rory Gilmore.

The multigenerational story focuses on their

relationship and life in the quiet town of Stars Hollow. Lorelai is a single mother who runs a cozy bed and breakfast and frequents the local coffeehouse, Luke’s. Rory is a high school student who deals with the struggles of Ivy League college admissions and boy troubles. The series explores issues such as love, education, ambition, intrusive relatives and single parenthood in a charming and witty manner. You can find all seven seasons on Netflix and watch as the two grow into the women they aspire to be. The show’s newest remake, “Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life,” is also available on the streaming service and revisits the likable pair, their quirky town and all their misadventures.

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THANKSGIVINGRECIPES

The Daily Beacon • Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Hash Brown Heaven casserole No-bake pumpkin cheesecake: Kylie Hubbard easy to make for your sake Asst. News Editor

Every holiday season my family eats a feast, consuming tons of food between Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations. One complement to the turkey and ham that my family can’t live without is what we call Hubbard Hash Brown Heaven, a cheesy hash brown casserole.

This cheese-heavy dish goes well with any hearty meal in which a meat is the main dish. We primarily eat it with ham, turkey or chicken, but we have also had it with barbecue sandwiches. The casserole is also considered delicious on its own and is often the only thing for which our family goes back for seconds, thirds and even fourths.

For this scrumptious casserole, start with a glass 13x9-inch baking dish. Spray that sucker down with some butter-flavored baking spray to make sure your casserole won’t stick. Go ahead and preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit so that your oven has ample time to get ready for the dish.

Hubbard Hash Brown Heaven casserole doesn’t require too many ingredients, and each can be found for a relatively inexpensive price.

Ingredients: -28-ounce bag of Potatoes O’Brien frozen potatoes with onions and peppers -one can cream of mushroom soup -eight ounces of Daisy sour cream -two cups grated cheddar cheese (shredded works as well) -butter In the Hubbard household, we like a little kick in our dishes, so we tend to add onions and green and red peppers to the frozen potatoes. If you are looking for a tamer dish, any 28-ounce frozen bag of potato pieces will do, but we attest that Ore-Ida is the best.

Mix the potato pieces and vegetables into a medium mixing bowl with the cream of mushroom soup. Next, mix in all eight-ounce dollops of Daisy while singing, “Do a dollop of Daisy,” eight times (to make sure you get

Annie Tieu

News Editor This recipe is a great one to consider if you like rhymes and don’t have the time, money or equipment to bake an elaborate pie. This is also ideal for people who like pumpkin but don’t love it and want a milder pumpkinflavored dessert.

Start to finish: 3 hours (20 minutes active) Servings: 8 The Hubbard Hash Brown Heaven Casserole is a family favorite of the Hubbards.

Mary Hallie Sterling / The Daily Beacon all eight ounces). The last ingredient of the mixture is the cheese, which should be mixed in until you have a creamy consistency with the only chunks being the potatoes.

Once everything is mixed together well, pour the mixture into the greased baking dish. The mixture should be spread evenly across the dish with no holes. We usually use a mixing spatula to make sure the mix is spread evenly. The last touches to the dish are dots of butter spaced equally across the dish. Usually, a 6x4 pat of butter will suffice.

Bake the dish for one hour or until the top is slightly brown.

Since I can remember, this dish has been a family favorite. When I think of home, I often think of Hubbard Hash Brown Heaven and the memories associated with eating it at the dinner table. It fights for the centerpiece at holiday dinners and never heads home as leftovers with our guests. The dish has even started to take over other celebrations, such as birthday dinners and the Fourth of July.

This Hubbard Hash Brown Heaven casserole can transform any meal and add a muchneeded cheesy flavor.

What you’ll need: Eight ounces cream cheese, softened One cup canned pumpkin puree 3/4 cup sugar One teaspoon pumpkin pie spice Eight ounces whipped topping, plus extra for decorations* One graham cracker crust A handful of raspberries or pomegranate seeds Make sure that the cream cheese is softened before using it; otherwise, you’ll have bits of cream cheese scattered throughout your mixture. I’ve been there and done that.

Beat together the cream cheese, pumpkin, sugar and pumpkin pie spice (because who wants to buy all those individual spices) until well-blended.

Fold in the whipped topping. Folding the topping rather than mixing it ensures that you’re keeping air into the mixture for a lighter filling. Instructions are included below as well for a homemade whipped topping.

Then simply spoon the mixture into the graham cracker crust. Chill it in the refrigerator or in the freezer if you’re in a hurry.

Finally, serve with whipped cream and fresh raspberries or pomegranate seeds on top, if you’re feeling fancy or particularly creative.

For the whipped topping, you can either make your own or buy Reddi-Wip or Cool Whip from the store (which is definitely not what I did because I was too lazy to make my own).

Start to finish: 10 minutes To make your own whipped cream, you’ll need: One cup heavy cream, cold One tablespoon powdered sugar, or confectioner’s sugar One teaspoon vanilla extract Place a large bowl in the freezer to chill for about 10 minutes.

Take it out and pour the heavy cream into the bowl and use an electric mixer to beat the cream. Start the mixer on a low speed and gradually increase it to high speed, unless you like a splattered look for your kitchen. An alternative would be to mix it by hand for a serious arm workout.

Add the vanilla extract. Beat the cream until stiff peaks form, which looks exactly as it sounds. If you remove whatever you’re using to mix the cream, it will stick up and hold its shape, appearing as peaks.

Once you achieve this, fold in the powdered sugar. Again, carefully folding in the sugar keeps the air that you’ve already incorporated into the cream. Otherwise, you’ll end up with a runny whipped topping.

After you finish folding in the sugar, you’ll have a homemade whipped cream to show off to your family, and you’ll feel just a little closer to being a well-functioning adult.

The No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake is a simple and delicious recipe.

Emily Gowder / The Daily Beacon

THANKSGIVINGRECIPES

Wednesday, November 22, 2017 • The Daily Beacon

The Strawberry Soda Pop cake gives a fun twist to Thanksgiving desserts.

Emily Gowder / The Daily Beacon

Strawberry Soda Pop Cake Recipe Nick Karrick

Chief Copy Editor For all the cereal and Hot Pocket connoisseurs on Rocky Top, boy, do I have a recipe for you. It’s time to provide you with a step-bystep recipe detailing how to make the Karrick’s strawberry soda pop cake.

Before I begin detailing how to make this cake, let me provide you with a little history of recipes in the Karrick household. Growing up in a family of five in small-town Illinois, they often experimented with new recipes such as pineapple cream cake, Hungarian goulash and many others. As far as I know, the recipe was created by my sweet grandmother, Marian Karrick, when my father was a child.

My father, along with his four other siblings, would often be found helping Marian prepare meals for the entire family. And yet my father still somehow failed to master the basics such as seasoning, garnishing, even boiling water, but he did master one thing: baking.

Enough about the history of my father’s family’s cooking techniques, let’s jump into this recipe.

Required ingredients: One box of yellow vanilla cake mix Water Olive oil Flour Canola oil One small container of Cool Whip 10 ounces of 7 Up Three eggs Two packets of strawberry Jell-O One packet of vanilla instant pudding To begin, you’ll need a 9x13 inch baking pan, whisk, a mixing bowl, flour and canola oil. You’re not going anywhere if you do not have the essentials; I hope everyone knows this.

You’ll begin by greasing the 9x13 inch baking pan, it will be used to house the cake mix.

Once you have greased the pan, you will lightly

sprinkle flour across the sides and bottom of it.

This is to ensure that the cake does not stick to the pan; I mean, unless you want your cake to stick to the pan. You do you.

Next, you will need the mixing bowl. Pour the vanilla cake mix, three eggs, two cups of water and one cup of olive oil. You will then mix the contents until you have a smooth consistency with the batter. Evenly pour the batter into the baking pan and place in the oven for 26 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

As the cake is cooking in the oven, grab yourself another mixing bowl. Pour the two packets of strawberry Jell-O into the bowl along with 1.5 cups of boiling water. After both of these have been added, pour 10 ounces of 7 Up into the bowl. Mix until the all has been incorporated.

Allow the now baked cake to cool for approximately 20 minutes before moving onto the next step. After it has cooled, proceed to puncture the cake with many holes. A fork is the preferred weapon of choice. This is done to ensure the strawberry soda pop concoction you made spreads evenly throughout the cake.

Evenly pour the strawberry soda pop concoction on the cake. It may seem like quite a bit of liquid, it is. Place the cake in the refrigerator for three hours after you have completed this.

Now that you’ve sat staring at the walls for three hours, it is time to take the cake out of the refrigerator and make the icing! Once again, grab a mixing bowl. Pour the contents of the vanilla instant pudding mix into the bowl along with two cups of milk. Mix until you have achieved a smooth consistency; allow five minutes to pass before you add the Cool Whip. Again, mix the Cool Whip and pudding together until you have achieved a smooth consistency.

It’s time to finally spread the icing on the cake. Evenly pour the Cool Whip and vanilla pudding icing on the cake, evenly spreading it across.

And with that, you’ve managed to make yourself a strawberry soda pop cake.

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The Daily Beacon • Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Restaurants in Knox that have your back this Thanksgiving Emily Lewellyn Contributor

Maybe you’re not hitting the road and heading home this holiday, maybe your family really just needs a break from arguing in the kitchen this year, or perhaps you’re dreading the mountain of dishes that are sure to be left over from a feast.

Whatever your reason for seeking out dinner alternatives on Thanksgiving day, Knoxville has plenty of options for your palate and price range.

of the chain’s restaurants open about 10 a.m. and close around 9 p.m., but give them a call to double check at your chosen location. Plus, what better place to scout out the truth or myth of recent “Grumors” for yourself?

Day trip to the mountains: Smoky Mountain Brewery If you’re looking to take in some turkeys in the wild and not on a plate this Thursday, our closest national park can easily fulfill that desire. On the way back to town, stop in at Smoky Mountain Brewery. Grab one of their specialty burgers, pizzas or steaks and pair with one of their own made-on-the-premises brewskies if you’re 21 or older.

Elementary nostalgia: S&S Cafeteria If you miss the clatter of eating trays and the anticipation of communal eating but expect better than the food from your elementary school cafeteria, S&S comes to save the day. The serving line at S&S will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 4808 Kingston Pike this Thanksgiving.

Moses York / Contributor Region staple: Calhoun’s Head on over to one of nine Calhoun’s locations to curb your barbeque craving. Most

Travel favorites: Cracker Barrel and IHOP When on the road, it seems to be widely accepted that Cracker Barrel and IHOP top

the list of tried and true places to nosh for dinner and breakfast, respectively. The ‘ole country store opens at 11 a.m., but reservations are off the plate for Turkey Day. If you’re stuck in long lines or hungry before 11 a.m., remember the place of pancake paradise is open around the clock.

Local mom-and-pop: Chandler’s Deli Feel the need for some scrumptious Southern soul food? Though Chandler’s is closed on Black Friday, they will happily serve you for Thanksgiving Day. If you have yet to wander over to 3101 East Magnolia Avenue between 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., be aware their menu contains several popular down-home fixin’s. Fried catfish and chicken, cabbage, collard greens, mac and cheese, cornbread, barbecue and banana pudding are among the most raved-over items on the menu.

Eats on The Strip: Copper Cellar In this case, the crowds know where the good eats reside. The Cumberland Avenue destination for UT students and bigwigs alike will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Free: Five Bar Knoxville From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Five Bar is offering a free first-come, first-served Thanksgiving

Moses York / Contributor feast. Any and all are welcome to come. If you wish to give more than just thanks on the holiday, they will be accepting donations for The Love Kitchen as well.

Splurge: Ruth’s Chris Steak House Spend your precious pennies not by spending your gas money for travels but by treating yourself to a three-course meal only a short walk from campus. The entree includes turkey, sausage and herb stuffing, gravy, cranberries and a choice between mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole or creamed spinach.

They even promise to send you home with leftovers. Ruth’s Chris is open from noon to 8 p.m.

What to do if you’re stuck in Knoxville over Thanksgiving Eric Bailes

of Trees Those eager to get into the Christmas spirit need look no further than this annual event. Held from Wednesday to Sunday in the Knoxville Convention Center, the Fantasy of Trees has scores of decorated trees and gingerbread houses for attendees to admire, all decorated by local schools and other organizations around the city.

People of all ages can enjoy a number of festive shops and activities as well as entertainment from performers across East Tennessee playing in the Fantasy Theatre.

Staff Writer If you can’t make it home this Thursday, Knoxville has plenty of options for you to enjoy without the hustle and bustle of Thanksgiving at home. If you don’t want to spend your entire break watching Netflix and relaxing alone, take some advice from a Knoxville native and let this list inspire your Thanksgiving break activities.

Go hiking Winter may be a month away, but that does not stop the Smoky Mountains from being an excellent place to spend some time over Thanksgiving break. Throughout the park, views are bathed in autumnal colors as trees start to shed the last of their leaves.

Return on Black Friday with a friend to take in the majesty of nature while people spend hours in stores. Be sure to pack some warm clothes!

Watch the Vols take on Vanderbilt Although it has been a tumultuous season for Tennessee football fans, there truly is nothing like gameday in Neyland Stadium, regardless of the team’s record. The team will celebrating its seniors before the game,

Hiking is an affordable and beautiful activity that is easily accessible to college students.

Emily Gowder / The Daily Beacon so make sure to be there to thank the players for giving their all. If you are a senior yourself, there has to be no better way to spend this coming Saturday than in Neyland Stadium singing “Rocky Top” as loud as you can.

Have a magical time at the Fantasy

evening. With twinkling lights overhead and holiday music playing, this is the perfect date night idea for those who want to show off their skating skills or just goof off with friends in the beautiful scenery of downtown Knoxville.

Throw a Friendsgiving The closest thing to family at college are the friends you make here. Since you can’t make it home to celebrate Thanksgiving, invite friends who are also Knoxville-bound or live in the area and host a Friendsgiving instead. By encouraging friends to bring their favorite dishes, you’re sure to have a delicious potluck with options for everyone.

Come Thursday, be ready for a good time with your friends and be thankful for having each other.

Go ice skating in Market Square This Friday, the ice rink in Market Square opens for the holiday season. For $11, this is an affordable way to spend your Friday

Friendsgiving is a delicious way to spend a night if you can’t be home for the holidays.

Emily Gowder / The Daily Beacon

PUZZLES&GAMES

Wednesday, November 22, 2017 • The Daily Beacon

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SPORTS

The Daily Beacon • Wednesday, November 22, 2017

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

FOOTBALL

Lady Vols defeat Wichita State Vols’ seniors reflect on careers, despite 3-point, free throw issues look forward to Vanderbilt Tyler Wombles

Jessica Landefeld

Sports Editor

Contributor

It was Tennessee’s night on the scoreboard, but not in the box score.

After a slow start, the No. 12 Lady Vols pushed past Wichita State on Monday, defeating the Shockers 68-56 at ThompsonBoling Arena. Tennessee’s distance shooting, though, was a detriment to the squad throughout the contest.

The Lady Vols attempted 12 3-pointers on the night, making only two. Freshman forward Rennia Davis and junior guard Meme Jackson were the only players on the team’s roster to hit a 3-pointer.

Coming off of an 89-60 victory over James Madison, in which Tennessee shot over 50 percent on 3-pointers, the squad’s lack of success in distance shooting against the Shockers was a wake-up call to take notice of the defense for senior center Mercedes Russell.

“Against JMU, it seemed like were hitting everything,” Russell said. “And then tonight, we were just missing a bunch of layups and a bunch of jump shots, and I think that really caused lapses on the defensive end.

“Every night you’re not going to hit shots like we did against JMU, so we’re going to have to really rely on our defense to win big games.”

The Lady Vols also struggled to connect on free throw attempts. Tennessee was just 20-of-34 at the line on the night, continuing a trend that the team has been on so far this season.

“We’re shooting in the 80s in practice (on free throws),” head coach Holly Warlick said. “It’s been mental. When you get past the mental aspect, that’s just getting in the gym and getting reps. We’ll just continue to shoot, and then we’ll do some pressure free throws and continue to get better.”

After four years of playing under the lights at Neyland Stadium, the seniors on the Tennessee football team are preparing for life after Rocky Top. Many of the squad’s starting seniors have stepped up in the face of adversity and roadblocks that have accompanied Tennessee’s current 4-7 record. Between losing various players due to injuries and the firing of fifth-year head coach Butch Jones, the Vols’ seniors have had to take on leadership roles they weren’t expecting at the beginning of the season.

One senior who has played an important role with the team the past few years is tight end Ethan Wolf. Wolf is originally from Minster, Ohio, and came to Knoxville in 2014.

“Time definitely flies by,” Wolf said.

“Before you know it, you’re going to be leaving here. I’m sure I let that go in one ear and out the other when I was a freshman, but it really does fly by.”

Wolf has been an important leader for the Vols, and his improvement has not gone unnoticed, as he has made back-to-back appearances on the John Mackey Award Preseason Watch List. Even after Wolf leaves Tennessee next year, the “Wolf” name will still remain via his brother, sophomore Eli Wolf, who is also a tight end.

Despite the challenges that the Vols have faced this season, Ethan Wolf is confident that the team will be ready for Vanderbilt this upcoming Saturday and is looking forward to running through “the T” one last time.

Gordon faces familiar opponent: Current Lady Vols’ assistant coach Bridgette Gordon, who is a former Tennessee player, previously served on the Shockers’ coaching staff before joining Warlick’s group. She faced her former team on Monday.

“I thought (Bridgette) did a great job of scouting (Wichita State),” Warlick said.

“Bridgette doesn’t get too up, and she doesn’t get too down, and that’s what I love about her … Did she want (a win) a little bit more? Didn’t indicate that to any of us, but she knew a lot of their tendencies and a lot of the players because she recruited all

Rennia Davis, #0, during the game against Wichita State at ThompsonBoling Arena on Nov. 20, 2017.

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“I think Bridgette’s just glad we got the win, and she got a chance to see the kids after the game tonight.”

With Monday’s victory, Tennessee extended its record against Wichita State to 3-0 all-time. The Lady Vols defeated the Shockers in 2014 and 2016 as well.

“Wasn’t our best night, but I thought we played hard,” Warlick said. “We came out halftime and changed our defense and got after it. It was a good win for us.”

The win also gave Tennessee a 43-17 overall record over teams from the American Athletic Conference and a 10-0 historical mark over teams that hail from the state of Kansas.

Next up: The Lady Vols will travel to Cancun, Mexico, to compete in the Cancun Challenge at the Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya Convention Center. Tennessee will face Marquette on Thursday, Oklahoma State on Friday and South Dakota on Saturday.

Russell saw a silver lining in the team’s narrow win over the Shockers, considering it an aid for the team’s upcoming trip to Cancun.

“I think it was definitely helpful for us,” Russell said. “We’re going to have a tough week obviously coming up, playing three games in a row. But I think Wichita State is a very athletic and talented team … they were a good game for us tonight, and obviously it was good for us to come out with a good win.”

“I’m going to try and make the absolute most of it,” Wolf said. “Obviously with it being the last time, we have to make memories of it and try to hold on to it.”

Another senior who has been a standout for the Vols is defensive lineman Kendal Vickers. Vickers came to Tennessee in 2013 from Havelock, North Carolina. He is the only player who has started as a captain for every game this season; in doing so, he has broken some of his personal records. During the team’s contest against Georgia, Vickers notched a career-high nine tackles and also sacked Jake Fromm for a loss of seven yards.

When it comes to the upcoming matchup against Vanderbilt, Vickers isn’t focusing on the fact that it will be his last game as a Vol. “It’s not about me, it’s about this team,” Vickers said. “I’m going to go out there and do the same thing I try to do every week and get the guys ready to play.”

Tennessee has counted on Vickers to be a leader for the defensive line for the past two years, as the unit has faced multiple injuries and lost key defensive end Derek Barnett to the NFL Draft after last year.

Vickers has taken on the role despite challenges, like tearing his MCL and having to work through a coaching change. Like Wolf, Vickers believes that his last five years at Tennessee have gone by quickly.

“When you get here you think it’s never going to end, and here we are,” Vickers said.

“I’ve had a lot of great memories here, and I’ll never forget that.”

Vickers, Wolf and the rest of the Tennessee football team will play their final game of the regular season on Saturday, Nov. 25 at Neyland Stadium against the Vanderbilt Commodores. The game will be broadcast on the SEC Network at 4 p.m.

Ethan Wolf, #82, addresses the media on Nov. 20, 2017.

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