In what could be dubbed “The Summer of Hardaway,” Memphis coach Penny Hardaway has once again landed one of his top targets with the commitment of Bates.

Red Devils and Owls meeting for the time in nearly 25 years on Friday.

Memphis fans discovered Wednesday that Emoni Bates is listed in the student directory. It’s the latest twist in a recruiting saga that has been understandably over the top.

Various fields will be upgraded, but the priority is the Student-Athlete Success Center.

McDermott appeared in 18 games for Memphis, averaging 2.2 points per contest. 

Jaren Jackson Jr. could play this season without an extension in place to prove he is worth a max deal. 

The 2022 NBA draft could be a big day for Penny Hardaway’s group.

Developing good timing and chemistry with a quarterback and his receivers is invaluable.

The five-star forward’s presence is in the University of Memphis student directory.

With several new faces in the line-up, Mustangs are still figuring things out. But early returns are promising.

Memphis fans are on high alert amid hopes the No. 5 player in the class of 2021 will join Jalen Duren on campus.

Student fan engagement is part of the reason for the U of M’s new venture. 

The sole question on the Memphis roster right now is the point guard spot, with Alex Lomax and freshman Johnathan Lawson being the two only players who are natural floor generals. Could Emoni Bates help in that area?

Dakota Cunningham, Claire Todd win at FCA Tournament.

Are you willing to pay $23 a month to cut the cord and get the Grizzlies on television? And will Memphis get an additional alternate uniform this season? 

The Tigers football coach will “never force our guys to get it done,” but he hopes teaching his players will lead to more acceptance of the vaccine.

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Grant Gunnell is day to day because of an injury, and coach Ryan Silverfield isn’t ready for any announcement.

Danton Barto, the all-time leading tackler in Memphis football history, has died of COVID-19. Before he died, he asked his wife to get vaccinated. The best way for Tigers fans to honor him would be to roll up their sleeves for No. 59. 

Former Memphis linebacker Danton Barto, 50, has died from COVID-19.

The big stars, the national television games, the weekend showcases. Chris Herrington goes game-by-game to rate the entertainment value of the Grizzlies’ 2021-22 home schedule. 

Unspecified auxiliary revenue from the University of Memphis will take care of the over $3.5 million the former basketball coach is still owed, allowing for job openings to get filled.

It wasn’t pretty, but The Daily Memphian’s No. 1 high school football team found a way.

Five coaches and a former NBA executive, granted anonymity for their opinions, point to knowledge and expertise, but also a couple of negatives about the University of Memphis’ formidable basketball coaching staff.