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<strong>Eric Daniels, a combat veteran, is one of 2,759 students who will receive a diploma from the University of Memphis Saturday, May 10.&nbsp;</strong>(Courtesy Eric Daniels)Premium Geoff Calkins

Calkins: He’s a combat veteran who used to think he was dumb. Now he’s graduating from Memphis — with honors.

Eric Daniels is a combat veteran who once failed sixth, seventh and eighth grades. He’s also one of 2,759 students who will receive a diploma from the University of Memphis Saturday.

By Geoff Calkins 4 hours ago
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Calkins: Central’s jazz band is playing Lincoln Center. And it’s thanks to y’all.

Ollie Liddell, the director of bands at Central High, wasn’t sure how his jazz band would get to the Essentially Ellington contest at Lincoln Center. Then Memphians came through for him.

By Geoff Calkins May 07, 2025
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Calkins: RFK said kids with autism will never hold a job? Don’t tell this Memphian.

Kim Jameson is a Memphian who founded a program at Christian Brothers University to help people with autism succeed not just at college but in life.

By Geoff Calkins May 06, 2025
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Calkins: On Clayborn Temple’s final day, shaken Memphians came to pay their respects

The city can feel like it’s in crisis. The country can feel like it’s in crisis. And Monday, we all woke up to the news that Clayborn Temple had burned down.

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By Geoff Calkins May 05, 2025

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    Calkins: Ja went high and they went low. That’s how a magnificent night fell apart.

    It was going to be a magnificent night for Memphis. Then Ja Morant and the Grizzlies crashed to the earth.

     

    By Geoff Calkins April 26, 2025
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    Calkins: You don’t have to believe in the Grizzlies’ chances. Just believe in yourselves.

    The Thunder absolutely destroyed the Grizzlies in Games 1 and 2. So what reason is there to believe in Memphis? I’m glad you asked.

    By Geoff Calkins April 24, 2025
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    Calkins: Ja Morant lifts Grizzlies over Mavs and into playoffs

    When Ja Morant sprang off his bum ankle to slam the ball home against the Mavericks on Friday night, it wasn’t just a dunk — it was an unmistakable statement of intent.

    By Geoff Calkins April 19, 2025
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    Memphians should absolutely pull for the Grizzlies to win Friday. Right?!?

    Memphis NBA fans are facing an unprecedented dilemma Friday: Is it better if the Grizzlies win or lose?

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    By Geoff Calkins, Drew Hill April 17, 2025
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    Calkins: How can the Grizzlies save the season? Just beat the hated Warriors.

    The Grizzlies have a massive opportunity when they meet the Golden State Warriors Tuesday night. Now all they have to do is win. 

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    By Geoff Calkins April 14, 2025
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    Calkins: Morant should lay down his (fake) weapons. But it’s the NBA that misfired.

    Ja Morant likes to cast himself as a victim far too often. But in the great — OK, ridiculous — finger-gun controversy of 2025? He may have a point.

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    By Geoff Calkins April 04, 2025
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    Calkins: Yes, the Grizzlies lost again. But all may not be lost!

    The Grizzlies got scorched by Steph Curry (52 points) as the Warriors passed them in the standings. So is there anything to feel good about? Actually, yes!

     

    By Geoff Calkins April 02, 2025
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    Calkins: The Cardinals helped celebrate 25 years in AutoZone Park. Will there be 25 more?

    The St. Louis Cardinals and the Memphis Redbirds threw a memorable 25th birthday party for AutoZone Park Monday night. What comes next for the beautiful ballpark? 

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    By Geoff Calkins March 24, 2025
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    Calkins: Why the future is dicey for Memphis basketball — and why Hardaway matters even more

    “Penny Hardaway hasn’t had the success he would have wanted at Memphis. But given the changing basketball universe, his presence matters more than it ever has.”

    By Geoff Calkins March 24, 2025
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    Calkins: A season of redemption comes to a ‘heartbreaking’ end

    Memphis Tigers basketball had an important season of redemption. But the ending? “Just heartbreaking,” PJ Haggerty said.

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    Memphis season slips away in NCAA Tournament loss to Colorado State

    Box score: Colorado State 78, Memphis 70

    Memphis' Dante Harris ruled out of Colorado State game

    By Geoff Calkins March 21, 2025
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    Calkins: Tigers have successful season — what happens next could make it special

    The Memphis program was built on special seasons. Penny Hardaway knows he has a chance to deliver another to the city he loves.

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    Memphis' Dante Harris unsure about status for Colorado State

    By Geoff Calkins March 21, 2025
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    Calkins: Remember that girl who gave Hardaway a bracelet? She’s Seattle-bound — courtesy of FedEx

    Eleven-year-old Maci Barrett gave Penny Hardaway a bracelet expressing her support for the coach. Now FedEx is flying Maci and her family to Seattle for the NCAA Tournament. 

    By Geoff Calkins March 19, 2025
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    Calkins: The Tigers are No. 1 again! (But even better, they’re No. 5)

    Maybe we shouldn’t have been surprised the Memphis Tigers are a No. 5 seed in the NCAA Tournament. They’ve certainly earned the respect. 

    By Geoff Calkins March 17, 2025
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    Calkins: How an 11-year-old girl helped inspire Hardaway’s greatest season

    Penny Hardaway was named American Athletic Conference Coach of the Year Tuesday. Is that because an 11-year-old girl gave him an unexpected gift? OK, maybe not. But he did just ask her for two more.

    By Geoff Calkins March 11, 2025
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    Calkins: ‘What a difference a year makes,’ says Penny Hardaway — as he cuts down the net

    After seven years, Penny Hardaway was finally able to celebrate a regular-season title at Memphis Friday night. He was finally able to cut down a net in the city he loves so much.

    By Geoff Calkins March 08, 2025
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    Calkins: How do you celebrate turning 50? If you’re Memphis Pom, you dance.

    Memphis Pom is 50! Time flies when you’re having fun. So how is the group going to celebrate? With a reunion dance at Friday’s game, of course.

    By Geoff Calkins March 07, 2025
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    Calkins: As Shadyac steps down, it’s a critical moment for St. Jude

    Richard Shadyac Jr. helped transform St. Jude into the most trusted brand in the world. His departure after 16 years is a moment of celebration — and uncertainty, too.

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    By Geoff Calkins March 02, 2025
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    Calkins: Richard Shadyac Jr. on his legacy, the future, Memphis — and some sports stuff, too

    Will Hoops for St. Jude be back? How does Shadyac want his tenure as CEO of ALSAC to be remembered? Some parting thoughts as Shadyac steps down after 16 years.

    By Geoff Calkins March 02, 2025
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    Calkins: A birth, a death and an improbable reunion — after more than three decades

    Kelli Collins was just 16 when she gave her baby up for adoption. Three months later, she died in a car crash. This is the story of how that baby found his way back to Memphis.

    By Geoff Calkins February 26, 2025
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    Calkins: Nearly 60 years after he was killed, a hero finds a new home

    Donald J. Reilly was the most decorated Marine in Vietnam when he was killed in 1965. After nearly six decades, he is finally getting the send-off he deserves — at Arlington National Cemetery. 

    By Geoff Calkins February 20, 2025
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    Calkins: A story of friendship and basketball — and why the Memphis Tigers mean so much

    Ninety-four-year-old Thelma Scott gave up her season ticket this year. But give up on her Tigers? Not a chance. The university gave her a life she couldn’t have imagined. And it is still giving her friends.

    By Geoff Calkins February 05, 2025
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    Calkins: Ed Scott aims to make Memphis ‘a Top 25 athletic program in America’ — believe it or not

    Memphis athletic director Ed Scott has been on the job for a tumultuous, wrenching but ultimately triumphant six months. In that time, Scott has seen enough to believe Memphis can be “a Top 25 athletic program in America.” Now he needs others to believe it, too.

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    Calkins: Ed Scott on realignment, Penny, the NCAA investigation, attendance and more

    Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium will have reduced capacity, according to new plans

    By Geoff Calkins January 29, 2025
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    Calkins: Ed Scott on realignment, Penny, the NCAA investigation, attendance and more

    Memphis athletic director Ed Scott has been on the job for six months. Here’s what he has to say about realignment, the ongoing NCAA investigation, Ryan Silverfield, Penny Hardaway and the university’s plans for paying players.

     

    By Geoff Calkins January 28, 2025
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    Calkins: Leaving Memphis makes Nick Walker ‘tear up.’ Here’s why.

    Nick Walker, the Memphis parks director, is leaving for North Carolina. He has some thoughts before he goes about why he loves the city, what bothers him about Memphians and what he’d like to see change.

    By Geoff Calkins January 26, 2025
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    Calkins: He just turned 102! And he’s got stories you might not believe.

    T.K. Tanner just turned 102. He’s got stories you won’t believe. And, yes, I asked him the secret to a long life. It’s not what you might think.

    By Geoff Calkins January 24, 2025

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