Calkins: On his 50th birthday, Penny Hardaway is doing what he loves
In March of 2021 University of Memphis Tigers Coach Penny Hardaway celebrated winning the NIT tournament title. Hardaway, 50, is now looking to bring home the NCAA title for his hometown school. (courtesy NCAA)
Geoff Calkins
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Penny Hardaway is 50! And he’s spending his birthday at an AAU tournament in North Augusta, South Carolina, because he is working to bring a title to his hometown.
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