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Final Four Memories: Meeting expectations, Memphis State made it to St. Louis

philstukenborg@gmail.com (Phil Stukenborg) — Mon, 27 May 2024 19:02:21 -0500

Even before the 1972-73 season began, many figured Larry Finch, Ronnie Robinson, Larry Kenon and the rest of the Tigers had something special brewing. Did they ever.

Leftwich staff prepares for the opening of Memphis' tennis mecca

philstukenborg@gmail.com (Phil Stukenborg) — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 10:47:01 -0600

The $31.5 million complex — a public-private partnership — will include 12 indoor courts, serve as the home for the Tigers’ men’s and women’s tennis teams and be open to the paying public.

Former Memphis tennis star is winning grand slams and making history

philstukenborg@gmail.com (Phil Stukenborg) — Sun, 17 Sep 2023 09:02:17 -0500

Joe Salisbury played tennis at the University of Memphis from 2011 to 2014, helping lead the team to its best NCAA tournament finish: a Sweet 16 appearance in 2013.

PGA Championship: Twenty years later, sweet swing thoughts remain vivid for Shaun Micheel

philstukenborg@gmail.com (Phil Stukenborg) — Wed, 17 May 2023 04:00:04 -0500

In 2003, a golfer from Memphis used a 7-iron to seal the deal and win a major at Oak Hill Country Club.

Final Four Memories: With Larry Kenon in place, Memphis State made magic

philstukenborg@gmail.com (Phil Stukenborg) — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 04:00:09 -0500

The transfer from Amarillo (Texas) College was the missing piece the Tigers needed to play with Larry Finch and Ronnie Robinson and make a run to the 1973 NCAA Tournament.

Memphis women start fast, defeat Jackson State in WNIT

philstukenborg@gmail.com (Phil Stukenborg) — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 23:25:41 -0500

The Tigers, playing in front of a loud, large crowd at Elma Roane Fieldhouse, never trailed. Memphis will play Ball State Monday in the second round.