There are 2256 article(s) tagged Memphis Tigers:

• August 2021

  • AAC commissioner denies colluding with ESPN on conference realignment

    But American Athletic Conference head Mike Aresco declined to say if any Big 12 schools have reached out to him.

    By Frank Bonner II August 04, 2021

  • Penny Hardaway eyes Rasheed Wallace as Tigers assistant

    The Memphis basketball coach shared the latest on Wallace, the point guard battle and vaccination numbers Wednesday at the golf course.

    By Steven Johnson August 04, 2021

  • Memphis businessman, baseball fan donates $1.5M to renovate U of M field

    Avron Fogelman’s gift will go to a new artificial turf field, among other improvements.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff August 03, 2021

• July 2021

  • Memphis football’s Black assistants cautiously optimistic about their future

    “Stay true to what you do and try not to worry about the outside factors,” Tigers defensive line coach Kyle Pope said. 

    By Steven Johnson July 28, 2021

  • Two Tigers football players land on award watch lists

    The Tigers offensive lineman and tight end on respective Outland, Mackey lists. 

    By Steven Johnson July 27, 2021

  • Calkins: Why Memphis needs the Big 12 to die

    ‘Memphis deserves better than to be fretting about conference realignment again. It needs the Big 12 to implode once and for all.’

    By Geoff Calkins July 23, 2021

  • Son of the late Desmond Merriweather intends to walk on at Memphis

    Nikc Merriweather helped Penny Hardaway win multiple state championships at East High.

    By Steven Johnson July 22, 2021

  • Memphis WR Calvin Austin III joins another prestigious watchlist

    A few days after being named to the Maxwell Award watchlist, University of Memphis Tigers star receiver lands on the 2021 Biletnikoff Award watch list following a prolific 2020 season.

    By Steven Johnson July 22, 2021

  • Three former Memphis Tigers to compete in Tokyo Olympics

    These three athletes, from Nigeria, Australia and Great Britain, are competing in Tokyo.

    By Steven Johnson July 22, 2021

  • Details emerge for Memphis assistant Larry Brown’s contract

    The Hall of Fame coach signed a one-year, $300,000 deal with the university, plus bonuses.

    By Steven Johnson July 19, 2021

  • Calvin Austin III, Quindell Johnson named to major watchlists

    Preseason accolades continue to roll in for the two University of Memphis Tigers star football players.

    By Steven Johnson July 19, 2021

  • Calkins: On his 50th birthday, Penny Hardaway is doing what he loves

    Penny Hardaway is 50! And he’s spending his birthday at an AAU tournament in North Augusta, South Carolina, because he is working to bring a title to his hometown. 

    By Geoff Calkins July 18, 2021

  • Grizzlies notebook: Ja jerseys, Justise, Jaren and more

    Ja Morant’s jersey was one of the top NBA sellers in the second half of the season. 

    By Drew Hill July 15, 2021

  • Memphis to face Virginia Tech in preseason NIT

    Landers Nolley II will be playing against his former team in the NIT Season Tip-Off, according to a report.

    By Steven Johnson July 15, 2021

  • Former Memphis center Moussa Cisse announces transfer destination

    Cisse, who played one year with the University of Memphis Tigers, is headed to the Big 12.

    By Steven Johnson July 15, 2021

  • Calkins: Isn’t it time we let Lorenzen Wright rest in peace?

    Can we please stop with the nationally televised whodunits in the Lorenzen Wright case? We already know who done it. Which is why Sherra Wright, his ex-wife, is sitting in prison.

    By Geoff Calkins July 15, 2021

  • Tigers catcher drafted by Colorado Rockies

    Hunter Goodman tied for fourth in the nation with 21 home runs this season.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff July 12, 2021

  • Calkins: Larry Brown, the world’s best (and oldest!) assistant, is a story everyone should love

    Larry Brown said his hearing aids gave him trouble at his first Memphis practice. But listen up, people. This is a basketball story to appreciate.

    By Geoff Calkins July 12, 2021

  • Penny Hardaway provides update on roster, schedule and more

    The Tigers are seeking a marquee home game, plus the point guard competition is wide open.

    By Steven Johnson July 12, 2021

  • Hardaway, Brown bring their relationship full circle at Memphis

    At his introductory news conference, Hall of Fame coach Larry Brown explained why the Memphis job was so appealing.

    By Steven Johnson July 12, 2021

  • Larry Brown makes first comments as Memphis basketball assistant

    The longtime basketball legend says he’s “a little nervous” as he also hits the recruiting trail almost immediately. 

    By Steven Johnson July 08, 2021

  • Memphis basketball to host Ja’s Murray State this season

    The University of Memphis Tigers also reportedly will host Western Kentucky as the nonconference schedule rounds into form.

    By Steven Johnson July 08, 2021

  • What can the Tigers expect from special teams this season?

    With a new kicker and punter, how will Memphis special teams look under new coordinator Charles Bankins?

    By Steven Johnson July 07, 2021

  • New Tigers coach brings vision acquired from 60 years of asking questions

    Larry Brown’s full-circle journey brings him a fresh slate as a 80-year-old assistant at the school that was once the enemy. 

    By Drew Hill July 07, 2021

  • Three-star small forward commits to Memphis

    Penny Hardaway lands talented wing, third commitment for class of 2022.

    By Steven Johnson July 04, 2021