https://dailymemphian.com/feed/authors/902 The Daily Memphian is the must-read, daily online newspaper for in-depth, local journalism in Memphis and the Mid-South. Sign up for morning and evening editions, plus breaking news. (c) 2026 https://dailymemphian.com/article/45061 <p>&ldquo;Laird was unapologetic for being an advocate for every athlete, not just the ones in the big sports. He gave everything he had to the University of Memphis, leaving little time for anything else beyond his family.&rdquo;</p> editor@dailymemphian.com (Jason Greer) Opinion Guest Columnists Front Page Sports https://dailymemphian.com/article/45061 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 08:01:52 -0500