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.

Dec 16, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Ugonna Onyenso (33) blocks the shot by North Carolina Tar Heels guard Seth Trimble (7) during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images

SEC

2025 Men's and Women's Basketball SEC/ACC Challenge Set

Other Sports

Vanderbilt Basketball Signs Third Member of 2025 Class: The Anchor, May 30, 2025

SEC

SEC Updates and Announces Steeper Penalties For Court and Field Storming

Jun 26, 2022; Omaha, NE, USA; Ole Miss Head Coach Mike Bianco sits in the dugout just before the first inning against the Oklahoma Sooners at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

Baseball

Everything Ole Miss Coach Mike Bianco, Pitcher Hunter Elliott Said After Losing the SEC Baseball Championship Game

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey presents the trophy to Vanderbilt Commodores head coach Tim Corbin 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. Vanderbilt Commodores defeated Ole Miss Rebels 3-2.

Baseball

Everything Tim Corbin and Vanderbilt Baseball Players Said After Winning the SEC Baseball Tournament

The Commodores won the SEC Baseball Tournament for the third time in seven years on Sunday.

Baseball

Vanderbilt Pitchers Outduel Rebels to Win SEC Baseball Tournament Title

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

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.

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.

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.

Baseball

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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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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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.

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.