Ines Derrien Shares What Makes Playing for Tennessee Soccer Special
Northwestern's Megan Norkett (10) tries to protect the ball from Tennessee's Ines Derrien (18) and Devin Davis (7) during an NCAA college soccer match on Sept. 6, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect Derrienrecognizes that the university's name carries significance across college athletics. Wearing Tennessee's colors gives her an opportunity to represent the school while honoring the players who helped build the soccer program before her.That sense of responsibility adds another layer to her experience as a Lady Vol. For Derrien, the experience combines competitive expectations with personal discovery. From expressing herself in midfield to adjusting to winter weather, her Volunteer story reflects the opportunities that come with embracing a new home. The Lady Vols soccer team gets back in action on Sunday. They host the Oklahoma Sooners. Send your…
