There are 2493 article(s) tagged Memphis Tigers:

• August 2021

  • Memphis basketball releases nonconference home schedule

    The Tigers’ nonconference home schedule is headlined by a matchup with Alabama in December.

    By Steven Johnson August 10, 2021

  • What do national pundits think of Memphis Tigers now?

    Jalen Duren’s commitment, and the potential addition of Emoni Bates, have some believing Penny Hardaway’s University of Memphis Tigers are headed to the Top 20 ranking or better.

    By John Martin August 07, 2021

  • Calkins: It’s a magical moment in Memphis sports

    Penny Hardaway has the No. 1 recruit in the country, the golf tournament has never been better, the Tigers football team has been to seven straight bowl games and Ja Morant calls FedExForum home. Has there ever been a more promising moment for Memphis sports?

    By Geoff Calkins August 07, 2021

  • Analysis: Jalen Duren already ahead of other Tigers big men

    His addition makes the Tigers must-watch basketball, something Memphis is capitalizing on with its timely email reminder to renew season tickets.

    By Steven Johnson August 06, 2021

  • Tigers win top prize: Jalen Duren commits to Memphis

    Penny Hardaway won one of the biggest recruiting battles of his career by securing the services of five-star big Jalen Duren.

    By Steven Johnson August 06, 2021

  • Jalen Duren decision day: Who are the contenders and what are the stakes?

    Memphis is gaining steam in the Jalen Duren sweepstakes; can Penny Hardaway seal the deal?

    By Steven Johnson August 06, 2021

  • Calkins: Isaac Bruce, proud Tiger, carries Memphis into Hall of Fame

    Isaac Bruce will become the first Memphis player inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday. He says his time at Memphis — a place he still loves — “helped make me who I am.”

    By Geoff Calkins August 06, 2021

  • Calkins: It’s a big day for Penny Hardaway and Memphis sports

    At 5 p.m. Friday, a gifted center named Jalen Duren will announce his destination. If he picks Memphis, it could be the start of something big.

    By Geoff Calkins August 05, 2021

  • Last season’s numbers bring only new demands on Calvin Austin III

    The Memphis Tigers wide receiver will have to adjust to a new quarterback, but the expectations have risen.

    By Frank Bonner II August 05, 2021

  • Hardaway hires new strength coach

    Hornett spent a season with the Golden State Warriors and three seasons at Saint Louis University before coming to Memphis.

    By Steven Johnson August 05, 2021

  • Tigers basketball mailbag: Jalen Duren, potential starting five, must-win matchups

    Keeping in mind last season’s rocky nonconference performance, what do the Tigers have to face this year?

    By Steven Johnson August 05, 2021

  • Emoni Bates reclassifies to 2021, has Memphis in final four

    The best NBA prospect in the country has the Tigers as a finalist.

    By Steven Johnson August 04, 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