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Hardaway ‘feels better' about Tigers roster now than at this time last year

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 12 May 2026 21:44:01 -0500

Coach Penny Hardaway’s Memphis Tigers roster appears to have all the right ingredients to compete at a high level.

‘A light to everybody': Brandon Clarke's coach describes the man he knew

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Tue, 12 May 2026 21:45:32 -0500

Brandon Clarke’s mentor, Tony Darden, reflects on the best memories with his former player.

Former North Carolina commit picks Memphis

johnmartinmemphis@gmail.com (John Martin) — Tue, 12 May 2026 21:21:00 -0500

Maxim Logue, a 6-foot-9 FAU big man transfer who initially committed to North Carolina several weeks ago, has picked the Memphis Tigers.

Reflecting on Brandon Clarke, whose unlikely rise ended too soon

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Tue, 12 May 2026 22:20:46 -0500

The day before his 29th birthday, a Memphis Grizzlies forward delivered a check to a class full of second graders. “I tried to make sure everyone got a high-five or a hug.” That was Brandon Clarke.

'It's bigger than basketball': Peers remember Brandon Clarke

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Tue, 12 May 2026 18:45:07 -0500

Former teammates, broadcasters, the NBA commissioner and more took to social media to remember Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, who died at 29.

Memphis Grizzlies' Brandon Clarke found dead in California

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Tue, 12 May 2026 22:45:38 -0500

Medical examiner confirms that Clarke was found dead in a California home Monday afternoon, with the cause of death still to be determined.

Red-hot St. George's is two wins away from a state tournament trip

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Tue, 12 May 2026 17:10:35 -0500

An analytical approach to hitting and good vibes in the clubhouse have the Gryphons on the verge of their first Spring Fling in nine years.

Grizzlies podcast: Lottery Luck!

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Mon, 11 May 2026 16:10:05 -0500

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington give their instant reaction to the NBA Draft Lottery results.

Why Charles Huff wants Memphis football to be like Michael Jackson

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 11 May 2026 17:44:34 -0500

When Charles Huff’s family took him to see the new Michael Jackson movie, “Michael,” he couldn’t stop thinking about how Jackson’s career illustrates what he’s trying to do with the Tigers.

Spring Fling tennis preview: Lausanne boys take aim at history

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Mon, 11 May 2026 16:18:22 -0500

Joel Bailey’s Lynx are looking for their fifth consecutive team title in Division 2-A. Elsewhere, the Memphis area will be well-represented when play begins Tuesday in Chattanooga.

The Grizzlies got lucky. Now a franchise-altering decision looms.

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Mon, 11 May 2026 11:21:55 -0500

The Memphis Grizzlies made a jump in the lottery and will pick No. 3 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Collierville girls shine at state qualifying meet

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Sat, 9 May 2026 22:13:12 -0500

Dragons coach Alisa Seymour said she’s challenging her team to “be legendary.” Saturday was a big step in that direction.

'I want to hit a ball with a weird-looking stick'

jcallahan@dailymemphian.com (Jody Callahan) — Mon, 11 May 2026 10:13:13 -0500

More than 100 people gathered Saturday for the Bluff City Brawl, a celebration of the traditional Irish sports of hurling, camogie and Gaelic football.

Grizzlies podcast: It's NBA Draft Lottery week

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Fri, 8 May 2026 15:34:13 -0500

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the upcoming NBA Draft Lottery and whether Memphis is due for some good luck.

Luck of the draw: The Grizzlies' past and future in the NBA Draft Lottery

cherrington@dailymemphian.com (Chris Herrington) — Fri, 8 May 2026 14:14:57 -0500

It will not shock you to read that the Memphis Grizzlies have not historically had great luck in the NBA Draft Lottery.

Tigers to participate in Battle 4 Atlantis

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 8 May 2026 12:23:38 -0500

The Tigers went 2-1 the last time they participated in the Battle 4 Atlantis in 2023.

Collierville track standout voted player of the week

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Thu, 7 May 2026 17:10:05 -0500

A sophomore Dragon earned 50% of this week’s total following a standout performance at the sub-section track meet.

Photo Gallery: Kyle Petty, Richard Petty hold fan event

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Wed, 6 May 2026 21:09:31 -0500

Kyle Petty, his dad Richard “The King” Petty and several others taking part in the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America held a fan event at the Guest House at Graceland.

Free-flowing Lausanne soccer surges into region title match

jvarlas@dailymemphian.com (John Varlas) — Tue, 5 May 2026 21:43:31 -0500

The Lynx get a big goal just before halftime before turning on the style in the second half to defeat a game ECS team.

Three fourth-inning homers help lift Tigers over Central Arkansas

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 5 May 2026 20:28:08 -0500

Central Arkansas (27-22) took a 2-0 lead after the first two innings before the Tigers (19-28) scored a combined seven runs in the third and fourth innings.

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