Vol Club Confidential

Join your host, Austin Price, as he catches up with new Tennessee tight end McCallan Castles. Castles has now been on Rocky Top for half a year, and he has no plans of leaving any time soon. As Austin asks him about his favorite parts of Knoxville, he seems to have a never ending list of aspects he loves, including the commitment of the Vols fans, his comfort level with his teammates, the community feeling of Rocky Top, and so much more. Castles explains that he always dreamed of playing in the SEC, and that so far his experience as a Tennessee Vol has exceeded his expectations in more ways than one. Spend some time getting to know McCallan and the relationships he has with other famous UT names like Coach Josh Heupel, Joe Milton, and Jacob Warren. McCallan loves the Tennessee area and doesn’t plan to leave anytime soon, so catch up with him here in this exclusive VCC interview!

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Join us as Tennessee Football Line Backer Aaron Beasley sits down with our host Austin Price of VolQuest. Beasley gives his takeaways from the first game of the season against Virginia and his excitement to play against Austin Peay’s offense. From being a two-way player in high school to joining the 2024 Reese's Senior Bowl Watch List, Beasley shares his journey to becoming the 5th-year linebacker that is a staple to the Volunteer Football team and his appreciation for the coaching staff that has helped evolve the team’s winning mentality. Prepare for the first home game of the season in Neyland with linebacker Aaron Beasley, only on the newest episode of Vol Club Confidential.

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Tennessee Football Running Back Jaylen Wright joins our host, Austin Price of VolQuest, to discuss his journey in the sport, the evolution of his running style, and his expectations for the 2023 season. Wright delves into the nuances of his training under Coach Jerry Mack and the strategies the Vols are employing for their opening game against Virginia. He also touches upon the significance of morning practices and how they might provide a competitive edge. Dive deep into the world of Volunteer Football and get a glimpse of what's in store for the upcoming season in this week's episode.

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In this episode, Coach Jerry Mack of the University of Tennessee opens up to Austin Price of VolQuest about his experiences, both on and off the field. From his early inspirations to his current aspirations, Coach Mack provides a unique perspective on the world of football and coaching. Learn about his coaching philosophy, his vision for the Volunteers, and the moments that have shaped his career. Whether you're a die-hard football fan or just curious about the man behind the whistle, this episode offers a candid and compelling look at Coach Jerry Mack's journey.

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In the season one finale of Vol Club Confidential, University of Tennessee Offensive Coordinator Joey Halzle tells fans how he came to coach the nation’s top offensive team. After working with Heupel at Oklahoma and now Tennessee, he reveals special things the head coach does to make his staff and players feel heard and valued. Joey compares football’s prominence and fanbase in Southern California to that in Oklahoma and Tennessee, having both played and coached in the very different areas. Despite the pressure of coaching the nation’s top offense, Joey focuses on the advantages he’s enjoyed from working with an up-tempo, extremely aggressive O-line. Every athlete has their own learning style and Joey stresses the importance of understanding your players’ early on so you can adjust your approach to resonate with them. He compares Hendon Hooker and Joe Milton, two incredibly talented quarterbacks with drastically different mentalities. The former quarterback and corner shares his goals for his time with UT’s program and what he expects the Volunteers to achieve in 2023. Finally, Joey reveals the secret to balancing family time and football and offers his personal opinion on Oklahoma entering the SEC.

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University of Tennessee running back Dylan Sampson recaps his journey from summer training to SEC Freshman Player of the Week. He reveals the initial intensity that came with learning all of the Vols’ plays in time for the season to start, while adjusting to college and practices. He takes fans through the conversation the coaches had with him that reframed his purpose on the field. Dylan talks about elevating his pass protection and cementing his role as an energy leader. He shares what fans weren’t able to see about his game last season and hints at skills to watch out for this fall. Dylan offers a taste of the rigorous preparation that happens behind the scenes and between seasons. The former track star shares how his first sport set him up for football and calls out current teammates he wants to race. On a team where most people share the same dream of making it to the NFL, Dylan reveals the humble and mature mindset he and Squirrel White share. Finally, he opens up about his pre-game routine, favorite memories from living in Louisiana and what the South Carolina loss triggered from the team.

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Tennessee Baseball Pitcher Drew Beam opens with appreciation for the opportunities he’s earned after overcoming major curveballs in his first two seasons. Since dealing with Covid his freshman year and suffering from a serious injury last season, he’s climbed to Sunday Starter and been selected to play on several honorable teams including the NCBWA Preseason All-American 1st team. Drew shares the reason he wears a purple glove at each game and explains how Spinal Muscular Atrophy has impacted his younger sister’s life. The anchor pitcher talks about the supportive dynamic he has with fellow pitchers, Dollander and Burns. An intentional athlete, he details the power of observation from the dugout and his strategy of adjusting his pitch to each hitter’s strengths and weaknesses. The Tennessee native talks about his upbringing and how coming from a family that bleeds orange made his college decision easy. Drew shares what made the Texas A&M sweep personal, why he prefers road games and how he wants fans, friends and teammates to view him. He shares the approach and skills he learned while playing football that give him a competitive advantage on the diamond. Finally, Drew talks about his hobbies, heavy metal favorites and goals for this season.

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University of Tennessee Wide Receivers Coach Kelsey Pope unpacks his first two seasons with the Volunteers. He takes fans back to his early moments with the program, revealing his vulnerable approach to earning the athletes’ trust and how the foundation of respect proved successful on the field. Kelsey covers recruiting strategies and the credibility perks that come with coaching NFL Draft picks. He credits his twin brother for inspiring his career path and showing him how rewarding positively impacting young men’s futures truly is. The newlywed opens up about his marriage, sharing his excitement and appreciation for his wife and the new member they’re expecting to welcome to their family. The first-time parent reveals his preparation-focused mindset and how the approach enabled the Vols to power through when Hendon Hooker suffered his season-ending injury. Coach affectionately reflects on his proudest moments last season, giving fans an exclusive up-close look at the Orange Bowl and Florida games. Finally, Kelsey spills which players have stood out so far in spring training and what to anticipate in the Orange and White game.

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Tennessee football’s defensive lineman #21 Omari Thomas talks about his close relationships with his family and teammate, Jabari Smalls, who he’s played sports with since middle school. As a student-athlete who’s been part of the program since before Covid, he shares the biggest changes he’s seen at Tennessee. He addresses rumors he heard going into his college career and how he’s seen the dynamic between Tennessee’s sports teams shift, for the better. Coach Heupel entering the staff was the first coaching change Omari had ever experienced and he opens up about what Heupel did right to earn respect and trust from the team. He reveals why he was doing his happy dance while fans anxiously awaited the outcome of the Alabama game and the power of having confidence in your teammates’ capabilities. Omari shares what he’d like to work on as a leader and the quality advice his father and Coach Garner have given him to get there. Then Omari unpacks his Minute Maid superstition, plans post-college and favorite thing about being a Vol athlete. Finally, he lights up as he reflects on his VOLeaders work, involvement in other charities and favorite places to go in Knoxville.

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Austin Price of VolQuest is joined by Elijah and Caleb Herring, UT football players, to share with fans their love of football and being a part of a first-class group of players. The team put up some heavy stats last year, and the Herring Brothers are confident with the talent coming into the 2023 season. Tune in to hear how the brothers navigated their childhood on the field and get personal with some throwback memories.

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