Hardaway observes Houston, Sampson and takes notes
Houston Cougers Coach Kelvin Sampson (left) says he was surprised by his team being named preseason favorite by the AAC. Meanwhile, Memphis Tigers Coach Penny Hardaway says the snub only serves to motivate him and his team. (File photos)
Tigers coach Penny Hardaway isn’t afraid of the pressure to succeed, or the task of building “culture.”
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Memphis Tigers Memphis Tigers Basketball AAC 2021-22 college basketball Penny Hardaway Houston Cougars Kelvin SampsonSteven Johnson
Johnson is a Memphis native who graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2016. He's traveled the country covering teams like Syracuse, the Buffalo Bills and the Memphis Grizzlies. He's excited about the opportunity to cover the Tigers and all things in the city of Memphis.
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