Vanderbilt University will take over the SEC Network on Sunday, offering fans a chance to relive notable moments from the 2024-2025 sports season. The special event will showcase highlights from various sports, including football, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, baseball, and soccer.
The takeover begins at midnight ET on Sunday, or 11 p.m. CT on Saturday night. Fans can start the journey with a re-broadcast of Vanderbilt football’s impressive 35-27 victory over Georgia Tech in the Birmingham Bowl. Throughout the day, viewers can experience thrilling moments such as baseball’s SEC Tournament Championship and men’s basketball’s notable victories over rivals Kentucky and Tennessee.
Highlights from an Eventful Year
The Vanderbilt women’s basketball team will also feature prominently during the takeover. The Lady Commodores achieved a historic milestone by defeating Tennessee twice in a single season. In addition, Mikayla Blake’s record-setting performance, where she scored 55 points against Auburn, will be highlighted.
Soccer fans can look forward to Vanderbilt’s remarkable upset against Florida State, which propelled the team to the Sweet 16 for the first time in program history. This event showcases the depth and talent across Vanderbilt’s athletic programs, emphasizing a strong year for the Commodores.
As the day progresses, the event’s centerpiece will be a re-broadcast of Vanderbilt football’s stunning win over the No. 1-ranked Alabama on October 5, 2024. The Commodores triumphed 40-35, a significant achievement, marking the program’s first victory over a top-ranked team. The victory celebration included fans taking down the goalposts, which made their way to Broadway, symbolizing the excitement surrounding this landmark win.
Looking Ahead
In addition to the SEC Network takeover, the Vanderbilt women’s basketball team is set to participate in the 26th Annual U.S. Virgin Islands Paradise Jam. Scheduled for Thanksgiving weekend, the Commodores will face Oregon State on November 27 at 7 p.m. CT, followed by a match against either BYU or Virginia Tech on November 29 at 11 a.m. CT.
As the countdown to the 2025 football season opener continues, there are only 49 days left until fans can witness the Commodores take the field once more.
For more updates, including the full schedule of the SEC Network takeover, fans are encouraged to check out Vanderbilt’s official social media channels. The excitement surrounding Vanderbilt athletics continues to build as the university showcases its achievements and prepares for future competitions.