Tigers coach Simmons speaks on FedEx NIL, women’s college basketball
Simmons talks about how FedEx’s commitment should go a long way in providing her and the program with the momentum needed in today’s world of college athletics.
Topic: NIL
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April 2024
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Buckley: FedEx delivers for Memphis. And the Tigers. Again.
A five-year, $25 million NIL commitment from FedEx to the University of Memphis could help make the Tigers more competitive and better position the program for where it wants to go.
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FedEx announces $25M for Memphis NIL deal
The Memphis-based American multinational conglomerate is investing $5 million per year for the next five years in University of Memphis student-athletes “who will be promoting FedEx initiatives,” according to a press release.
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Tigers Podcast: FedEx’s NIL investment, Memphis basketball scheduling and transfer portal moves
Tim Buckley, Parth Upadhyaya and host Greg Gaston discuss FedEx’s groundbreaking NIL commitment to the University of Memphis and Tigers’ basketball scheduling and transfer portal news.
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December 2023
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Bluff City Collective to become an official Memphis Tigers NIL partner
Bluff City Collective will primarily focus its efforts on the Memphis men’s basketball program.
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July 2023
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Buckley: From Memphis to Nashville, NIL matters are high priority
Name, image and likeness high on SEC commissioner’s mind.
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June 2023
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‘We have to deal with it’: Hardaway to host fundraiser amid Tigers’ NIL woes
More than 100 Memphis basketball supporters will peek inside Penny Hardaway’s house Saturday, June 10, as the coach hunts for stronger backing from program boosters.
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Penny Hardaway not in ‘panic mode’ despite uncertainty this offseason
Between DeAndre Williams’ recent eligibility battle with the NCAA, Mikey Williams’ ongoing legal situation, Malcolm Dandridge’s potential return and NIL concerns, it’s been a turbulent offseason for the Tigers.
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May 2023
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Tigers Talk: Upadhyaya, Martin on NIL, Kendric Davis’ NBA prospects and more
The Daily Memphian’s Parth Upadhyaya and John Martin weigh in on Memphis basketball’s NIL issues, the possibility of Mikey Williams or Caleb Love wearing a Tigers jersey next season and Kendric Davis’ chances of getting drafted in next month’s NBA draft.
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Tigers Basketball Insider: Former Memphis players chase pro dreams
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Tigers Football Insider: 901 Fund ‘outpacing’ fundraising from last year
The 901 Fund raised $831,437 in 2022, and co-founder Clay Presley expects that to increase in 2023.
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March 2023
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U of M athletes, coaches explain how NIL has been a ‘game changer’
“The best thing about that is now I’m not just helping myself. I’m able to give back and help my mom a little more. Able to help my dad,” University of Memphis Tiger Alex Lomax said during a panel about name, image and likeness opportunities.
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December 2022
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‘I’m still in the season:’ Seth Henigan on NIL and the transfer portal
Despite the speculation, the University of Memphis quarterback said he never thought about entering the transfer portal. He also believes the NIL era has its pros and cons. And he ‘has all the faith in the world’ for his coach.
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November 2022
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Buckley: What’s this NIL deal really all about?
Why all the upROAR in Memphis about athletic director Laird Veatch’s plea to boosters to raise money for student-athletes? Some questions and answers that hopefully will help.
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Coach Silverfield supports Memphis AD’s athlete funding efforts
The Tigers football coach applauds Laird Veatch’s plea to big-money donors for help with the Name, Image and Likeness program.
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U of M asks boosters to pay NIL money — or players will be lost
Tigers ask highest-level donors to contribute big bucks to the University of Memphis’ Name, Image and Likeness program.
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July 2022
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Memphis among top NCAA programs in brand compensation for athletes
Memphis is ranked in the top 20 in NIL compensation.
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May 2022
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DeAndre Williams may get ‘nice’ NIL package if he returns to Tigers
Williams remains in the NBA draft process, but the addition of transfer Kendric Davis and more NIL opportunities keep Memphis in the picture.
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U of M launches NIL marketplace for student-athletes
Brands, sponsors and other supporters will have access to reach all Tigers athletes by using the new marketplace website.
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April 2022
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General Assembly passes tweak to law affecting college athletes
The bill, sponsored by state Rep. Kevin Vaughan (R-Collierville), amends last year’s name, image and likeness law, which allowed college athletes to get paid while still prohibiting their schools from paying them directly.
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March 2022
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Memphis Tigers supporters launch 901 Fund for name, likeness and image opportunities
The Memphis men’s and women’s basketball teams, plus the football team, will have access to the fund to start off.
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February 2022
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Landers Nolley II gets ‘Boosted’ with new NIL deal
He’s the latest Tiger to secure an NIL partnership.
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January 2022
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Tigers freshman Jalen Duren set to release NFT
The projected NBA draft lottery pick is set to release a non-fungible token as part of the inaugural “Candy Sweet Futures” college basketball line.
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December 2021
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Memphis center Jalen Duren signs NIL deal with Bose
The Tigers freshman center has added a big name to his NIL portfolio.
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November 2021
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Tigers’ Lester Quinones makes foray into fashion world with Effortles label
The Memphis Tigers guard is introducing his own line thanks to a name, image and likeness partnership with In-House.
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Memphis Tigers make (T-shirt) history!
Memphis fans have high hopes this Tigers team will make history. The T-shirts already have.
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