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Buckley: With the Redbirds in the playoffs, Stubby Clapp recalls good times in Memphis

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:53:28 -0500

“Stubby Clapp, just inducted into the Memphis Sports Hall of Fame, won a lot during his six seasons with the Redbirds. Yet even now, Clapp knows that winning isn’t necessarily what matters most in minor-league baseball.”

Marcus Stokes answers challenges of Tigers coaching staff in win over UT Martin

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:07:42 -0500

Stokes took care of the ball, didn’t try to throw the home run every time and was successful converting third downs in Saturday’s win.

Buckley: High school football coach steals show at Memphis Sports Hall of Fame

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:16:56 -0500

The former Hamilton High football coach drew the loudest response as nine members of the Class of 2026 — including John Calipari, Stephen Gostkowski and Larry Kenon — celebrated Memphis sports and the power of community.

John Calipari heads list of inductees into Memphis Sports Hall of Fame

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:09:01 -0500

A national championship-winning basketball coach, two Super Bowl winners and a two-time NBA All-Star highlight the Memphis Sports Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026 inductees.

Buckley: Huff says he and his coaches have to be better. He's right.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:02 -0500

“Charles Huff took time Tuesday to reflect on lessons learned during — and after — his first loss as coach of the Memphis Tigers.”

Before Saturday showdown, Memphis trails Boise State among 'Others Receiving Votes' in both major polls

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Wed, 9 Sep 2026 16:04:12 -0500

The undefeated Memphis Tigers football team moved up among “Others Receiving Votes” in both the AP Top 25 and the coaches poll.

A couple of GameDay pickers really like the Memphis Tigers

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sat, 5 Sep 2026 12:33:02 -0500

Two members of the ESPN College GameDay crew are quite high on the Memphis Tigers, making them their top Group of Six pick for 2026.

Buckley: 25 years after winning in Memphis, Bob Estes returns to see old friends and remember good times

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 19:04:18 -0500

In 2001, Bob Estes won the Memphis pro golf tournament. Sunday, he was back in town reuniting with familiar faces.

Buckley: With FESJC on the ropes, new executive director stays in the present

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:02:41 -0500

Robert Miller brings a bag full of pro sports experience to Memphis, where the FedEx St. Jude Championship’s fate is up in the air.

Hydrate, and maybe use a parasol. That's what PGA Tour players plan this week in Memphis.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:10:58 -0500

The high temperature in Memphis expected to hit triple digits Sunday, the final day of the FedEx St. Jude Championship.

Hound Dogs may be on the move in 2027, but probably aren't going far

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sun, 2 Aug 2026 04:00:14 -0500

The Arena League’s Memphis indoor football franchise is looking for a new home after playing its inaugural season at the Memphis Sports & Events Center.

Buckley: How many quarterbacks are too many? The Tigers are working on the math.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 04:00:03 -0500

“Are two quarterbacks really better than one? A question to ponder as coach Charles Huff and the Memphis Tigers open preseason camp.”

Buckley: New Tigers point guard has a gift. Memphis fans should like what they're getting.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 04:00:12 -0500

The 5-foot-10 point guard has a big personality and passion for Memphis basketball. And what he lacks in height "I’m gonna make up for with heart.”

AutoZone Park's Future: What the Redbirds need at the ol' ballpark

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:34:48 -0500

Years of deferred maintenance have taken a toll on the stadium that what was called “the crown jewel of minor league baseball” when it opened in 2000.

Buckley: What a shame if Memphis loses the Redbirds

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:13:57 -0500

“Memphis without the Redbirds, Triple-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals? It would be like the Fourth of July without fireworks.”

AutoZone Park's Future: Will the Redbirds stay if AutoZone Park isn't updated?

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:58:15 -0500

The Memphis Redbirds’ current lease, which allows the St. Louis Cardinals’ top-tier farm team to play in the city-owned ballpark, expires in four years.

Buckley: SEC affiliation remains uncertain, but Ehrhart feeling better about AutoZone Liberty Bowl's future

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 04:00:05 -0500

College football is in a state of flux, with the College Football Playoff still uncertain whether it will expand from its current 12-team format.

Buckley: PGA Tour mum on Memphis. Will FedEx remain a sponsor? We'll see.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 04:00:13 -0500

Could the FedEx St. Jude Championship, currently one of three legs of the prestigious FedExCup Playoffs, be relegated to Challenger Series status?

Buckley: Former NBA star Carlos Boozer 'very proud' as son Cam faces media with Grizzlies

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:57:05 -0500

Like father, like son: The consensus national player of the year from Duke stands 6-foot-9, the same height as his famous dad.

Future of Memphis golf tournament addressed by new local FESJC leader

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:03:03 -0500

New FedEx St. Jude Championship executive director Robert Miller discusses the tournament’s PGA Tour status for 2027 and beyond.