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Friday prep report: Houston rolls on Homecoming

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:21:04 -0500

Mustangs improve to 2-0 in Region 7-6A thanks to a big offensive night.

Whitehaven defeats Munford to win fifth straight

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 23:58:06 -0500

Whitehaven was led by an inspired performance from junior quarterback Jour’din Shelton, who had four total touchdowns on the night.

Briarcrest downs Southwind in battle of unbeatens

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 23:35:48 -0500

The Saints made the needed adjustments after a tied halftime and ended the Jaguars’ 21-game regular-season winning streak.

Memphis Grizzlies and FedEx unveil new Dream Court at Northeast Prep Academy

blagrone@dailymemphian.com (Brandon LaGrone II) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:57:21 -0500

Northeast Prep Academy students celebrated the unveiling of a vibrant new Memphis Grizzlies and FedEx Dream Court featuring a hand-painted mural by local artist Siphne Sylve.

Grizzlies podcast: Most intriguing preseason figures

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:40:58 -0500

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington rank their 10 most intriguing Memphis Grizzlies figures ahead of team media day.

There's light at the end of the tunnel for Horton night races

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:58:27 -0500

The classic’s team was scrambling to find appropriate lighting for the nighttime races. Now, SpaceXAI is offering a solution.

Memphis Grizzlies waive D'Angelo Russell ahead of training camp

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:15:14 -0500

The Grizzlies waived D’Angelo Russell on Friday in a move that begins to clean up a roster overload ahead of training camp next week.

Ole Miss and Florida head to Swamp clash following big wins

editions@dailymemphian.com (The Associated Press) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:56:08 -0500

Coming off an emotional win against LSU that spoiled Lane Kiffin’s return to Mississippi, the fourth-ranked Rebels have another challenge ahead: facing No. 21 Florida in the Swamp at 2:30 p.m. CT (ABC) on Saturday.

UT vs. UT Saturday in Knoxville

editions@dailymemphian.com (The Associated Press) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:34:30 -0500

Arch Manning finally visits Neyland Stadium where his uncle Peyton made quite the legacy for himself when top-ranked Texas visits No. 14 Tennessee at 11 a.m. CT (ABC).

American Conference not looking to expand, despite reported interest from schools

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:54:54 -0500

The American Conference, of which Memphis is a member, is not “proactively seeking members” to join the league, it said in a statement.

Collierville volleyball secures district title

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 06:51:05 -0500

The Dragons earn the No. 1 seed and hosting rights for the first round of the postseason in two weeks with three-set victory over Arlington.

Kirby standout voted player of the week

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:20:10 -0500

The voters have spoken. And they have chosen Reagan Bullard as The Daily Memphian’s high school football player of the week for Week 5.

Week 6 high school football preview: Potent offenses collide in 1-2 clash

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 10:44:45 -0500

Friday’s showdown between Southwind and Briarcrest in Eads could produce a scoreline similar to 2025.

Grizzlies’ day of service becomes lesson in purpose

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:22:31 -0500

Olivier-Maxence Prosper said his parents taught him to give more than he receives. On Wednesday, he gave his time serving Memphis’ unhoused community.

ECS soccer hands Lausanne first defeat

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:08:56 -0500

Both coaches, however, found many positives after the Division 2-A West Regional showdown.

St. Benedict football coach resigns

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 19:08:10 -0500

One day after it was announced that his school had forfeited three football games due to the use of an ineligible player, St. Benedict football coach Mitch McDaniel has resigned.

Fayette Academy junior's rapid improvement brings region golf title

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:59:30 -0500

ECS, St. Mary’s and MUS win team titles at the Division 2 regional golf tournament at Audubon.

Dandy Dozen: 1 and 2, 3 and 4 set to collide Friday

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:47:59 -0500

In all, eight of the 12 teams will be in action against each other on Friday.

20 years ago, Eliza Wellford Fletcher played for the team. Now, they're breaking ground on her stadium.

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:41:25 -0500

As she did when she was alive, Eliza Wellford Fletcher is going to pull the Memphis Tigers soccer team through once again.

Memphis at Charlotte kickoff time announced

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:40:00 -0500

The game, which will air on ESPN+, will be the first American Conference game of the season for both schools.