There are 2432 article(s) tagged Memphis Tigers:

• December 2019

  • Tigers beat Tulane in intense conference opener

    Penny Hardaway told his young group that it wouldn't be easy. He was right. 

    By Drew Hill December 30, 2019

  • Calkins: Penny Hardaway ‘hurt’ by Wiseman decision – and Wiseman just might be, too.

    Life after Wiseman has begun for the Memphis Tigers, a turn that was unexpected based on the freshman center's excitement when he committed to the team.

    By Geoff Calkins December 20, 2019

  • Calkins: Penny Hardaway beats Tennessee (and then does something really surprising)

    In front of a deafening crowd in Knoxville, the Memphis Tigers get the best win of the Hardaway era.

    By Geoff Calkins December 16, 2019

  • Calkins: For Ryan Silverfield, it’s a Memphis dream come true

    Ryan Silverfield wasn't the favorite but he went out and won his "dream job."

    By Geoff Calkins December 14, 2019

  • Silverfield: Program to ‘continue to go in the right direction’

    Ryan Silverfield fits what the Memphis Tigers were looking for in their search for a new head football coach. 

    By Jonah Jordan December 13, 2019

  • Memphis basketball: Ryan Boyce enters NCAA transfer portal

    Boyce is averaging six minutes per game for the Tigers this season.

    By Drew Hill December 11, 2019

  • Calkins: You’ve read Mike Norvell’s letter — now read this one

    Mike Norvell wrote a warm, gracious letter to Memphians Tuesday. In that spirit, here's a letter from a Memphis fan named Jay Adkins — right back to Norvell.

    By Geoff Calkins December 11, 2019

  • Calkins: It’s time for Memphis to hire another great football coach

    Mike Norvell is headed to Florida State. Can Memphis make a third straight great coaching hire? That is the challenge that lies ahead. 

    By Geoff Calkins December 08, 2019

  • Calkins: It’ll be a marathon day for Memphians

    Has there ever been a Saturday like this in Memphis? No. There will be 25,000 people in the St. Jude Marathon and another 40,000 or so watching the American Athletic Conference championship game in the afternoon. 

    By Geoff Calkins December 07, 2019

  • Calkins: Can’t stop fretting about Mike Norvell? A solution

    Memphis coach Mike Norvell may well take another job after Saturday's game against Cincinnati. Here's the best way to handle that news.

     

    By Geoff Calkins December 04, 2019

  • Memphis beats Bradley in ‘terrible’ victory

    It wasn't pretty, but Memphis basketball got the win on Tuesday despite struggling on offense. 

    By Drew Hill December 04, 2019

  • Tigers Podcast: Mike Norvell’s future and Memphis hoops

    Tigers beat reporters Jonah Jordan and Drew Hill are joined by columnist Geoff Calkins to discuss Mike Norvell's coaching future, bowl opponents and Memphis basketball's wins over Ole Miss and NC State.

    By Drew Hill, Jonah Jordan, Geoff Calkins December 03, 2019

  • Calkins: No reason for Memphis fans to worry about Mike Norvell

    Mike Norvell is once again the subject of coaching rumors. Here's why Memphis fans shouldn't fret about any of them. 

    By Geoff Calkins December 02, 2019

• November 2019

  • Calkins: Memphis football makes history — but a bigger party awaits

    The Memphis football team defeated Cincinnati Friday to clinch a third straight West Division championship. But for this team, the big prize awaits.

    By Geoff Calkins November 30, 2019

  • Defense helps Tigers clinch spot in AAC championship

    Memphis advanced to the American Athletic Conference Championship Game with a 34-24 win over Cincinnati. 

    By Jonah Jordan November 29, 2019

  • Calkins: Mike Norvell — self-proclaimed ‘Memphian’ — has done this city proud

    The Memphis Tiger football team plays Cincinnati Friday for a third straight Western Division title. It's a staggering accomplishment for head coach Mike Norvell.

    By Geoff Calkins November 27, 2019

  • Calkins: No Wiseman, no problem, as Memphis beats Ole Miss

    James Wiseman celebrated from the bench as Memphis defeated Ole Miss in a thriller at FedExForum.

    By Geoff Calkins November 23, 2019

  • Calkins: On the day the NCAA hammers James Wiseman, be careful whom you blame

    Exactly a year after committing to Memphis, James Wiseman learned he would be forced to sit out 12 games. It's a blow, for certain. But make sure you save your anger for the NCAA. 

    By Geoff Calkins November 20, 2019

  • Calkins: Who will win the Wiseman settlement? Everyone

    James Wiseman has withdrawn his lawsuit against his NCAA. That clears the way for a settlement that everyone can live with.

    By Geoff Calkins November 14, 2019

  • Calkins: It’s a blue-letter day in Memphis

    It's "GameDay" in Memphis— a day many never thought they'd live to see.

    By Geoff Calkins November 02, 2019

• October 2019

  • Memphis basketball ‘very far’ from what it can become

    Penny Hardaway is frustrated with his team's rebounding through two exhibitions. 

    By Drew Hill October 28, 2019

  • Calkins: It’s official! GameDay is coming to Memphis

    After a day of waiting, the news is finally out. ESPN's GameDay is coming to Memphis next Saturday. It's an historic moment for the city and the program. 

    By Geoff Calkins October 28, 2019

  • Calkins: Never a doubt! Missed kick saves Memphis (and GameDay)

    Tulsa missed a field goal to save Memphis and a visit from GameDay. Maybe it's time Memphis football fans expect the best?

    By Geoff Calkins October 27, 2019

  • Calkins: ‘No ceiling’ as Memphis basketball tips off

    It's not just another exhibition opener for the Memphis Tigers. There's no limit to what this team can do. 

    By Geoff Calkins October 23, 2019

  • Calkins: Ten reasons ESPN’s GameDay should come to Memphis

    Penny Hardaway can be the guest picker! This and nine other reasons ESPN's GameDay should come to the Liberty Bowl for Memphis vs. SMU.

    By Geoff Calkins October 22, 2019