In a video posted by the Tennessee basketball Twitter account, Pons showcases his saxophone skills, playing George Michael's "Careless Whisper" in the middle of an empty World's Fair Park. just an absolute force of nature pic.twitter.com/ZHCtGmr7Ji, In a video tweeted by the Tennessee Basketball account, Pons is seen playing the saxophone to George Michael's "Careless Whisper. An unedited version was also posted for those that just want to hear the dulcet tones of Pons playing. In a video posted by the Tennessee basketball Twitter account, Pons … So many people doubted the authenticity of the solo that Tennessee Basketball tweeted another video out a few minutes later. But he can bring more to the Vols than that. Pons demonstrates saxophone prowess. By Dan Fleser. Barnes believes that the NBA will be more concerned with starting its summer league, which runs from July 5-15, than ensuring the draft process runs its course. KNOXVILLE – Tennessee and Yves Pons announced in two languages on Monday that he will return for his senior season of basketball rather than enter the NBA Draft. Besides staying in shape for either the NBA Draft or Tennessee basketball's next season, he's been working on his saxophone skills. South Carolina plays host to Tennessee Saturday night on the SEC Network, Vols open the season Saturday vs. the Gamecocks at Williams Brice Stadium in Columbia, Pruitt entering 3rd year as Vols head coach. "Just an absolute force of nature," the tweet read. The video has edited overlays of Pons' highlights from his time with the Vols, as well as birds in flight and various flowers, and includes a backing track similar to that found in "Careless Whisper.". Get to know your Volunteers while the clock counts down to kickoff at Neyland Stadium. VFL Jay Graham happy to be back coaching at Tennessee. "If you’re a team that has a player, multiple players in this deal, you’d like to know honestly by the middle of July," Barnes said. He blocked a shot in each of the Vols' 31 games. "Just an absolute force of nature," the tweet read. The daily routine starts early for Yves Pons. "Right now, this is just me and I’m just throwing it out there, I can’t even see where the NBA can think about a draft.". Big Orange Kickoff Show premiers on WVLT, Gamecocks looking to turn things around beginning with Tennessee, Tenn. women’s soccer kicking off its first game Saturday, entered his name in the NBA Draft in April, roger.mcdowell@wvlt-tv.com - (865) 450-8888 x8121. Pons does not seem to bothered by the uncertainty surrounding his future. Are you ready for Football Time in Tennessee? UT is seeking its first win in Columbia since 2014. In a video tweeted by the Tennessee Basketball account, Pons is seen playing the saxophone to George Michael's "Careless Whisper." While it's not clear if Yves Pons is ever going to dance again with the Vols, the Frenchman proved he knows how to lay down a tune. Besides staying in shape for either the NBA Draft or Tennessee basketball's next season, he's been working on his saxophone skills. Pons is also now listed as a "skilled saxophone player," with a link to the video, on the official UT athletics website. just an absolute force of nature pic.twitter.com/ZHCtGmr7Ji, The video has edited overlays of Pons' highlights from his time with the Vols, as well as birds in flight and various flowers, and includes a backing track similar to that found in "Careless Whisper.". Ils témoignent. There’s still a lot of things going on right now.". Trey Smith discussing team, Cade Mays and more as season opener with South carolina approaches. He tied the program record in blocked shots with 73, and recorded a block in each of the Vols' 31 games.