Richard Barnes (born July 17, 1954) is an American college basketball coach who is currently the head coach at the University of Tennessee.

Aug 28, 2025 · Tennessee wants to make sure Rick Barnes stays with the Volunteers as long as he wants to coach the men’s basketball team.

6 days ago · Tennessee basketball coach Rick Barnes already lost his voice after the Vols' first SEC game on Jan. 3.

Aug 28, 2025 · Athletic director Danny White announced Thursday that Barnes has signed essentially a lifetime contract with Tennessee. "Rick has taken our program to unprecedented heights, and we are...

Aug 28, 2025 · On Thursday, Tennessee announced the 71-year-old Barnes, who is entering his 11th season with the Vols, had signed a lifetime contract. Barnes’ deal, originally set to expire on April 15, …

Aug 28, 2025 · Rick Barnes will be coaching Tennessee men's basketball for the foreseeable future. Barnes and the school reached a " lifetime contract" extension on Aug. 28, the school announced.

Tennessee’s fortunes on the hardwood have never looked brighter, as Rick Barnes, the most decorated and accomplished head coach in school history, has led the Volunteers to new heights in his 10 …

1 day ago · Everything Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes said following the Vols' blowout loss at Florida on Saturday afternoon.

Aug 28, 2025 · KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WREG) — Tennessee men’s basketball coach Rick Barnes will remain on Rocky Top for the rest of his career after signing a lifetime contract, the university …

Aug 28, 2025 · The Tennessee Volunteers have agreed to a lifetime contract with head men's basketball coach Rick Barnes, the school announced on Thursday.