Vanderbilt Athletics
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The Greatest Upset
It was a sun-soaked Saturday afternoon when the Dores came out to play. With their team squaring off against the No. 1-ranked Alabama Crimson Tide, Commodore fans squeezed into a sold-out FirstBank Stadium. Little did they know that on the fifth day of October, history was about to be made. Read MoreOct 10, 2024
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One Guest at a Time: Bernard Nomberg, BA’90, creates an oral history of Vanderbilt football
In January 2020, Bernard Nomberg, BA'90, launched the 'Conversations with Commodores' podcast, along with a Facebook group specifically for Vanderbilt football alumni and others close to the program—coaches, trainers, cheerleaders, etc. Today, the community has grown to around 500 members. For all who played, the stories that emerge on the podcast are their shared history. Read MoreOct 3, 2024
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Williams gets the gold
Two-time Olympian and Vanderbilt cross country and track and field alumna Lily Williams and Team USA took home a gold medal in the women’s track cycling team pursuit final at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Read MoreSep 30, 2024
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David Williams II Recreation and Wellness Center main courts to be closed for building maintenance beginning mid-June
The main courts of the Recreation and Wellness Center will be closed beginning mid-June for maintenance and repairs to mechanical equipment and the roof of the main gym of the facility. While those projects are underway, the auxiliary court, main fitness room and group fitness studios will remain open and available for use. Read MoreJun 11, 2024
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Commodore City: Vanderbilt and Nashville continue their collegial relationship into the next 150 years
From arts to athletics to education and innovation, Vanderbilt has been a driving force in helping shape an ever-evolving Nashville into a dynamic, world-influencing city. Read MoreMay 15, 2024
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Vanderbilt names Mark Byington as head coach for men’s basketball
After leading James Madison to its most successful four-season stretch in over 30 years, highlighted by a victory in the NCAA Tournament last weekend, Mark Byington was named men’s basketball head coach at Vanderbilt by Vice Chancellor for Athletics and University Affairs and Athletic Director Candice Storey Lee. Read MoreMar 27, 2024
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CLASS OF 2024: Jack Bulger’s life journey shapes him as a player and person
WATCH: VandyBoys catcher Jack Bulger talks about the teacher who inspired him most and how he built his own brace with what he learned at the School of Engineering. Read MoreMar 15, 2024
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Vanderbilt baseball head coach Tim Corbin reaches 1,000 wins
Vanderbilt baseball head coach Tim Corbin reached 1,000 wins on March 5, 2024 as the Commodores defeated Eastern Michigan 6-2 at Hawkins Field. Corbin is one of only 10 active coaches in NCAA Division I to reach the milestone. Read MoreMar 6, 2024
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Registration open for 2024 Clark Lea Football Youth Summer Camp
The Clark Lea summer youth camp promises an action-packed, full-week experience filled with a dynamic blend of skill development, camaraderie and spirited competition. Designed to cater to the diverse interests of young participants and a wide-age range, the camp will feature specialized position drills aimed at honing individual skills and enhancing tactical understanding. Read MoreFeb 5, 2024
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Vanderbilt Athletics names Derek Grice deputy athletic director for external engagement and revenue generation
An accomplished administrator with a proven record of steering growth, Grice will play an important role in Vandy United’s new phase, part of the university’s comprehensive $3.2 billion Dare to Grow campaign. In addition, Grice will direct the Commodores’ marketing and promotional efforts, ticket operations and sales, fan engagement and hospitality, broadcasting and multimedia rights. Read MoreSep 27, 2023
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Vanderbilt women’s golf wins Mason Rudolph Championship
For the first time since 2018, Vanderbilt women’s golf has won the Mason Rudolph Championship presented by Simmons Bank with a 24-under par team performance at the Vanderbilt Legends Club. Read MoreSep 25, 2023
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Forever a Commodore
Vanderbilt helped Deeg Sezna chase a dream. Through the Deeg Sezna Scholarship, family and friends work to honor the 9/11 victim’s memory by giving others the same opportunity. Read MoreSep 11, 2023
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Vanderbilt soccer closes nonconference play unbeaten
The Commodores closed out their nonconference schedule Sunday with a 6-0 victory over Middle Tennessee at GEODIS Park, in the first-ever collegiate match played at the venue. The team extended its unbeaten streak to eight, which is the second-longest in Vanderbilt history. Read MoreSep 11, 2023
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SEC schedule for men’s basketball released; season tickets now available for purchase
The Commodores will play nine home games and nine road games as part of the SEC slate, all leading up to the SEC Tournament. Vanderbilt opens the 2024 conference schedule with Alabama on Jan. 6 at home at Memorial Gymnasium. Discounted season tickets are available for faculty, staff and students. Read MoreSep 8, 2023
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Memorial Maniacs relaunching as the official student section of Vanderbilt basketball
The relaunch is part of the athletic department’s initiative to directly involve students in shaping the game day atmosphere at Memorial Gymnasium. Beginning next week, applications for the Memorial Maniacs Student Leadership Group will open. Leaders will work in partnership with Vandy Fanatics to help shape the student experience at Vanderbilt basketball games. Students can also vote for a new logo through Sept. 13; check your email for information on how to cast your vote. Read MoreSep 6, 2023
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PHOTOS: Welcome Week celebrates new and returning students
Welcome Week fun! See how the university, along with its numerous support centers, groups and organizations, rolled out the black-and-gold carpet to help new and returning students experience how valued they are to the Vanderbilt community. Read MoreAug 28, 2023
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WATCH: Running the race, leading the cause: Kaira Brown’s path from the track to Capitol Hill
In going all in as a runner and a double major, Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholar of the Year finalist Kaira Brown embodies Ashe’s commitment to improving communities. Read MoreAug 21, 2023
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Vanderbilt men’s golf receives Presidents Special Recognition from Golf Coaches Association of America
The 10 Commodores on the 2022-23 roster combined to record a cumulative GPA above 3.5 for the academic year, earning an Outstanding Team Academic Award with Presidents Special Recognition. In addition to the team award, three student-athletes from the program were named All-America Scholars. Read MoreAug 14, 2023
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Dore Jam fan event set for Aug. 19
Vanderbilt Athletics announced that the 2023 Dore Jam will take place from 2-4 p.m. on Aug. 19. A celebration of Commodore athletics, representatives from all available sport programs will be in attendance to meet and greet fans. The event will also include games and activities, music and a chance to win prizes. Read MoreJul 31, 2023
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Vanderbilt Athletics extends Limbaugh’s contract as men’s golf head coach
After leading Vanderbilt to nine consecutive berths in the NCAA Championships, Thomas F. Roush, M.D. and Family Men’s Golf Head Coach Scott Limbaugh will have the opportunity to continue building on that success Read MoreJul 21, 2023