Memorials, Death - Wesley Hazen Rucker -

SJR 864 is a commemorative resolution passed by the Tennessee General Assembly to honor Wesley Hazen Rucker, a Knoxville sports journalist who covered University of Tennessee athletics for over two decades. The resolution expresses condolences to his family and recognizes his contributions to sports journalism, including his work with the University of Tennessee, 247Sports, and WBIR-TV, as well as his community impact. It does not impose legal requirements or alter policies, serving solely as a formal expression of respect for his legacy.