Back in Memphis
From the University of Missouri to the Olympics, veteran sports reporter Tim Buckley recounts his career as he returns to Memphis to join The Daily Memphian as deputy sports editor.
Topic: Memphis Tigers
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October 2022
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Tigers Basketball Insider: Memphis’ new-look coaching staff ‘meshing’ with players
Entering his fifth season as Memphis’ head coach, Penny Hardaway wasn’t afraid to shake things up again.
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Here’s what we saw at the Tigers’ first open practice
The team’s first open practice offered hints of a possible starting lineup, but the Oct. 23 exhibition against Christian Brothers will provide a true look at what type of team the Tigers will put on the court this season.
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Calkins: It’s a new season of Tiger basketball. This time with no cloud!
Something was different when the Memphis Tigers gathered for their annual open practice Friday night. What was it? “There’s no cloud,” said Penny Hardaway.
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With IARP ruling behind them, Tigers are ‘locked in’ ahead of season
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September 2022
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With IARP ruling behind them, Tigers are ‘locked in’ ahead of season
Despite the lack of national fanfare surrounding the Memphis Tigers heading into Hardaway’s fifth year as head coach, the future for his program is as bright as it’s been since he took over in 2018.
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Social Club: Moneybagg Yo links up with the Titans
Moneybagg Yo escorts the Titans, GloRilla makes big cameo in new Grizzlies campaign and basketball fans discuss Memphis Tigers IARP ruling online.
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Memphis basketball: Here’s our projected rotation for the Tigers
Head coach Penny Hardaway’s team lost seven of the top 10 players from last season’s rotation and added six new transfers and one international prospect from Spain this offseason. So, there will be plenty of faces that fans will be unfamiliar with this year.
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Tigers on the Trail: Here’s where Memphis basketball stands with a few 2023-24 recruiting targets
This month, various University of Memphis basketball coaches have visited at least 10 prospects — four in the Class of 2023 and six in the Class of 2024.
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Tigers Football Insider: Memphis expects to see two quarterbacks against Temple
The Tigers are preparing for two quarterbacks against Temple but defensive coordinator Matt Barnes isn’t overcomplicating the game plan.
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Key takeaways on Hardaway, Wiseman, Memphis Tigers basketball
A nearly three-year-long saga, in which the University of Memphis faced possible sanctions from the NCAA and the IARP, is over.
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IARP ruling a big win for Memphis basketball
Tigers Basketball Insider: Meet new Memphis basketball beat writer Parth Upadhyaya
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Tigers Basketball Insider: Meet new Memphis basketball beat writer Parth Upadhyaya
“I’m ecstatic to now embark on this journey with you, Tigers fans. It’s going to be a wild ride, and I’m ready to chronicle every bit of it.”
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U of M to retire former Tiger linebacker Danton Barto’s jersey
Barto played linebacker for the Tigers from 1990-93 and holds the record for most career tackles in program history.
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Tigers Football Insider: Offensive coordinator tells fans to keep showing up
Offensive coordinator Tim Cramsey said he could feel the passion the city of Memphis had for the program when he coached in his first Tigers home game last week.
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Will Drennan to be honored as community hero at Tigers home opener
Drennan, who sacrificed his life by jumping in to save a child who had been swept into a culvert under Neshoba Road, will be recognized for his heroics at the home opener against Arkansas State on Saturday.
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NFL Week 1: Notable performances from former Tigers
Antonio Gibson racked up 130 yards of total offense in to help the Washington Commanders beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 28-22.
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Calkins: He’s postponing chemo for Memphis football. At long last, the Tigers are back.
How excited is Jackson Hughey for Memphis football? He’s postponing chemotherapy to go to Starkville Saturday. It hasn’t been the easiest offseason for college football fans. But finally, game day is back.
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August 2022
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Tigers Football Insider: MVP and breakout player predictions
Quarterback Seth Henigan is on a path to being something special, and he showed that during his freshman season.
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Damaria Franklin commits to Memphis basketball
Penny Hardaway lost two of his commitments from the transfer portal this month, but has since snagged UIC guard Damaria Franklin.
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Calkins: The Tigers have to win. It doesn’t matter how young they are.
Ryan Silverfield keeps talking about the youth of this Memphis football team. Is that a bad sign? Let’s hope not. Because this is the moment to reclaim momentum.
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Analysis: Projecting Penny Hardaway’s rotation for next season
Coach Penny Hardaway added UIC transfer guard Damaria Franklin Monday. So with all the coming and going over, it feels like a good time to project next season’s rotation.
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Social Club: Locals talk Akot’s exit, question Halbert’s vacation timing
Sports fans shared thoughts online of former Memphis Tigers athlete Emmanuel Akot’s exit, two Memphis producers celebrated going platinum and locals had a lot to say about Shelby County Clerk Wanda Halbert.
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Calkins: The Kendric and A-Lo Show?
Alex Lomax made it official Thursday. He’s coming back for a fifth year at Memphis. So get ready to see him play significant minutes alongside Kendric Davis in the backcourt. “We can’t wait,” Davis said.
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Tigers Football Insider: More cowbell? Memphis prepares for Mississippi State
Offensive coordinator Tim Cramsey said simulating the noise at practice is a great situation to put players in as they prepare for the season opener.
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Emmanuel Akot is gone. What’s next for the Memphis Tigers?
Emmanuel Akot, the Boise State transfer who signed in June, has enrolled at Western Kentucky, according to CBSSports’ Jon Rothstein.
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Social Club: Young Dolph gets tribute on ‘P-Valley,’ Tigers fans aim for Bronny James
Memphis Grizzlies fans are weighing in on the team’s newly released 2022-2023 game schedule.
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