Tennessee is reportedly set to join a strong field for the 2019 Emerald Coast Classic, which will also include Florida State, Purdue, and VCU.
Three of the four teams advanced to at least the second round of the NCAA Tournament this past season, and they’re set to be the main attractions at next year’s event in Niceville, Fla.
First and second round games take place on campus sites, while the third round games and beyond will be played at Northwest Florida State College.
Sources: Purdue, Tennessee, Florida State and VCU will headline the 2019 Emerald Coast Classic.
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Rick Barnes’ team will take part in the NIT Season Tip-Off in Brooklyn this year, where they’ll take on Louisville before meeting either Kansas or Marquette in the next round.
The Vols finished 26-9 last season and captured a share of the SEC regular season title.