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Joe Gaither

Joe Gaither

Joined: Feb 1, 2025

My name is Joe Gaither and I graduated from the University of Alabama in 2018. I began my sports media career in radio in 2019, working for three years in Tuscaloosa covering the University of Alabama and other local high school sports. In 2023 I began my career with On SI writing and covering predominantly college athletics with a focus on the University of Alabama, University of Missouri and Vanderbilt.

Vanderbilt Commodores' Brodie Johnston (9) throws the ball to first base as Ole Miss Rebels take on Vanderbilt Commodores during the SEC baseball tournament championship game at Hoover Met in Birmingham, Ala., on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
Baseball

Vanderbilt Pitchers Outduel Rebels to Win SEC Baseball Tournament Title

The Commodores pitching staff continued its dominance in Hoover to win the championship.

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May 21, 2025; Hoover, AL, USA; Tennessee head coach Tony Vitello heads to the dugout after a timeout during the game with Alabama in the second round of the SEC Baseball Tournament at the Hoover Met.
Baseball

Everything Tony Vitello and Hunter Ensley Said After Tennessee Baseball Lost to Vanderbilt

The Volunteers SEC Tournament ends at the hands of the Commodores.

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Vanderbilt Baseball
Baseball

Vanderbilt Baseball Scores Early and Often Run Ruling Tennessee to Advance to SEC Championship Game

The Commodores put on an offensive onslaught in Hoover to eliminate its in-state rival at the SEC Tournament.

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Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Tim Corbin talks with his team after the game as Vanderbilt Commodores take on Tennessee Volunteer during the SEC baseball tournament at Hoover Met in Birmingham, Ala., on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Vanderbilt Commodores defeated Tennessee Volunteer 10-0 in 7 innings.
Baseball

Everything Tim Corbin and Vanderbilt Baseball Players Said After Dominating Tennessee

The Commodores mustered 13 hits while the pitching staff blanked the Volunteers to advance in the SEC Tournament.

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Vandy Baseball
Baseball

Instant Analysis: Vanderbilt Baseball 6, Oklahoma 1 in SEC Tournament Third Round

The Commodores pitching was dominant on Thursday night against the Sooners.

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JD Thompson
Baseball

Relentless Vanderbilt Offense Eliminates Oklahoma From SEC Tournament

The Commodores mustered eight hits and were aggressive on the base paths, winning their opening game in Hoover with ease.

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Vanderbilt Soccer
Other Sports

Vanderbilt Soccer Hires New Assistant Coach: The Anchor, May 20, 2025

Your daily briefing on what's going on with Vanderbilt Athletics.

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Vanderbilt's Brodie Johnston (9) swings at a pitch during a college baseball game between Tennessee and Vanderbilt at Lindsey Nelson Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on May 9, 2025.
Baseball

Three Vanderbilt Baseball Players Selected For All-SEC Teams

The Commodores had a trio of honorees, despite finishing fourth in the SEC standings in 2025.

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Mar 6, 2025; Greenville, SC, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores guard Jordyn Oliver (11) walks back against the Tennessee Lady Vols during the second half at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images
Other Sports

Vanderbilt Graduate Added To Women's Basketball Staff: The Anchor, May 16, 2025

Your daily briefing on what's going on with Vanderbilt Athletics.

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Twitter
Other Sports

Vanderbilt Men's Golf in Strong Position After Second Round of NCAA Regionals: The Anchor, May 13, 2025

Your daily briefing on what's going on with Vanderbilt Athletics.

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Liam Doyle
Baseball

Vanderbilt Offense Stifled in Opening Game Against Tennessee Baseball

The Commodores couldn't get the offense going in Knoxville and dropped game one against Tennessee.

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Vanderbilt Golf
SEC

Ten SEC Programs Qualify for NCAA Women's Golf Championships: SEC Daily, May 9, 2025

The Southeastern Conference makes up a third of the NCAA Championship field.

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