Inductees
Johnson, Jerry C.
He’s been called a “sideline legend.” And some say Jerry Johnson teaches “old school” basketball. In fact, Johnson learned the game from John McClendon who learned it from James Naismith,…
Johnson, Joseph Laurent
Born in 1908 at Crossville, Tennessee, Joseph Laurent Johnson began his athletic career at Central High School in Waverly, Tennessee, where he lettered in football, basketball, and baseball for three…
Johnson, Louis B. “Farmer”
Louis B. “Farmer” Johnson coached the University of Tennessee linemen from 1949 through 1954. He joined the Vol staff after producing one of the best lines in the country for…
Johnson, Raymond
He joined “The Tennessean” as a copy boy in 1918 and retired as sports editor in 1970. In between, Raymond Johnson built a monumental career as a sportswriter and editor….
Johnson, Reggie
Reginald “Reggie” Johnson, Sr, is a three-time World Basketball Champion, humanitarian and founder and CEO of R Johnson Community Services, Incorporation. Johnson is known for using his God-given talent of…
Johnson, Robert D. “Bob”
One would be hard pressed to find any flaws in Bob Johnson’s career as a student and as an athlete. A two-time consensus All-American, honor student, and member of the…
Johnson, Sadie Galloway
Luckily for us, Sadie Galloway Johnson never believed that a black woman in the 1930s could not educate herself and have a proud and respected career. A champion for the…
Johnson, William M. “Bill”
Whether he was battling SEC opponents on the gridiron, cheering Volunteer teams from the stands, or working behind the scenes for the betterment of Tennessee athletics, Bill Johnson of Sparta,…
Jones III, Johnnie H.
A native of Munford, Tenn., Johnnie H. Jones III attended Munford High School where he quickly became a football star when he rushed for 4,547 yards and 47 touchdowns during…
Jones, Dr. Billy M.
Dr. Billy M. Jones had a long and distinguished career, beginning as an excellent athlete and taking him all the way to the presidency of Memphis State University. Jones’ playing…
Jones, Dr. Chris
Dr. Chris Jones (born August 29, 1940 Newport, TN) received his BS from Carson-Newman, his Masters from the University of Mississippi, and his Doctorate of Education from the University of…
Jones, Edward “Too Tall”
You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to figure out where Ed “Too Tall” Jones got his nickname. At six-feet, eight-inches tall, the Jackson, Tennessee, native was certainly much…
Jones, Ronald “Popeye”
Jones was born in Dresden, TN in 1970. He played college basketball for Murray State University. He finished his college career as a three-time All Ohio Valley Conference selection and…
Juhan, Bishop Frank A.
He was a champion in two glorious careers. First he was Frank Juhan, all-round athlete and prize scholar at the University of the South at Sewanee. Then he was the…
Junior III, E.J.
In 1997, E. J. Junior was voted Nashville’s Most Outstanding All-Time Athlete. From his high school sports accomplishments to his continuing professional accomplishments, E. J. continues to earn the respect…
Justus, Billy
If you followed University of Tennessee basketball in the late sixties, you must be familiar with the awesome college hoops career of Billy Justus. Before attending UT, Justus graduated from…
Kain, Thomas “Shaky”
Thomas “Shaky” Kain had two favorite sports – football and baseball. No problem; throughout his life as player, official, coach, and scout, Kain divided up his time among the two…
Kane, Missy
Missy (Alston) Kane grew up in Nashville, Tennessee, and graduated from Saint Cecilia Academy. Although she never ran track and field before entering the University of Tennessee in 1973, she…
Keith, Mike
Mike Keith is an award-winning broadcaster, the Voice of the Vols, and the former Voice of the Tennessee Titans. Keith served 27 with the Tennessee Titans, before accepting the role…
Kell, Curtis Cliff “Chip”
Chip Kell set the standard for blocking guards at the University of Tennessee by becoming a two-time first team All-America selection in 1969 and 1970 (unanimous selection in 1970), a…