If You Could Add One Sport at Tennessee?

If you could add one sport at Tennessee?

  • Hockey

    Votes: 58 19.4%

  • Lacrosse

    Votes: 16 5.4%

  • Wrestling

    Votes: 51 17.1%

  • Volleyball

    Votes: 13 4.3%

  • Rugby

    Votes: 15 5.0%

  • Soccer

    Votes: 65 21.7%

  • Rodeo

    Votes: 12 4.0%

  • Gymnastics

    Votes: 69 23.1%
  • Total voters
    299
#107
#107
Talked with a person who works in Auburn's sports admin and they said gymnastics has the highest insurance liability cost than any other college sport, more than FB, which surprised me. Plus you have to share an arena for practice and matches with other sports that use those facilities and this is the reason a lot of SEC teams do not pick gymnastics as the one the required sports.
 
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#108
#108
The University of Tennessee should strongly consider adding a men’s soccer team, given the sport’s explosive growth in the U.S. Since 2019, MLS franchise values have increased by 121%, proving that soccer is no longer a niche sport but a profitable and expanding industry. This surge is further reinforced by Apple’s $2.5 billion, 10-year global streaming deal with MLS, signaling that media rights for soccer are becoming increasingly valuable. As demand for high-level soccer continues to rise, universities investing in the sport now could benefit from greater exposure, sponsorships, and a share of future broadcasting revenues.

A men’s soccer team would also provide Tennessee with a strategic recruiting advantage, tapping into soccer-rich regions like Florida and Texas while appealing to the sport’s growing Latino and international fanbase. With many SEC schools yet to adopt men’s soccer, UT could be an early mover, increasing its national profile and engaging new student and alumni demographics. Additionally, college soccer is an emerging pipeline to MLS and international leagues, meaning Tennessee could become a key player in developing pro-level talent. Given the sport’s low operational costs, strong fan engagement, and rising profitability, launching a men’s soccer program isn’t just an athletic decision—it’s a smart financial investment in the future of collegiate and professional sports.
 
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#109
#109
I am a bit surprised people haven’t mentioned lacrosse, since it is so popular in the neighboring states of Virginia and North Carolina. It is booming across the country and is a sport that Moms who won’t let their kids play football are ok with.
 
#110
#110
I want the SEC to have MMA.

I’d love to watch UT literally beat down other programs.
 
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