Calkins: Darius Washington has picked himself up off the floor
It's been 14 years since Darius Washington missed those free throws against Louisville. How he handled that disappointment has helped shape his life.
Topic: Memphis Tigers
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July 2019
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Calkins: Joe Jackson – starting a comeback – says he is ‘still the same person’
After being arrested for drug possession, former Memphis Tiger Joe Jackson disappeared from public life. Now he’s emerging to begin what he hopes is a comeback.
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June 2019
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Calkins: Tyler Harris puts freshman guards ‘in their place’
The Memphis Tigers may have the No. 1 recruiting class in the country but they'll need returning players like Tyler Harris to flourish in order to win big.
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Former Tigers pitcher Jonathan Bowlan making an impression at the next level
Mark Bowlan, threw a perfect game for Memphis State and made it to Triple-A . The son, Jonathan Bowlan set a school record with 18 strikeouts and has reached All-Star recognition.
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Calkins: The Memphis Tigers aim to ‘demolish’ opponents
The members of the Memphis Tigers' top-ranked recruiting class met the media Tuesday. They plan to do a lot of damage before the year is done.
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Calkins: Forrest Goodman was the gentlest of Tigers
The elderly woman was struggling into the elevator so Forrest Goodman offered to give her a hand. That's the kind of guy he was.
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Tiger sports radio host Forrest Goodman has died
Forrest Goodman, who served as the studio host for Memphis Tiger sports almost 20 years, has died.
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May 2019
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Tigers Podcast: Memphis’ AD search and Tom Bowen
Sports editor Clay Bailey joins Memphis Tigers beat reporter Jonah Jordan to discuss the breaking stories concerning Tom Bowen's departure, the university's search for a new athletic director and more.
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Calkins: In his moment of triumph, Hardaway thinks of the city
Penny Hardaway signed the No. 1 recruiting class in the history of Memphis basketball. But all he could talk about was how much that means to the city he calls home.
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April 2019
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Airport grabs Memphis Tigers by the tail in extension of marketing partnership
Memphis International Airport officials on Thursday approved a two-year, nearly $200,000 marketing and sponsorship agreement tied to University of Memphis athletics.
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March 2019
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Calkins: New TV deal a plus for the Memphis Tigers
The new American Athletic Conference TV deal is a plus for the Memphis Tigers. But you may need to ask your grandkid for help.
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Calkins: John Kilzer — former Tiger, musician, minister — lived a life of recovery and grace
John Kilzer was a former Tiger, an academic and a music star. But his legacy will be his recovery ministry, which touched hundreds of lives.
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Season One, Chapter 19: Penny Hardaway leads Memphis back to the postseason after four long years away
After four years away, Penny Hardaway has Memphis back in the postseason. Not bad for a glorified AAU coach, eh?
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Calkins: Yes, you can have a picture with Penny Hardaway – and nearly every Memphian does
Penny Hardaway may be the most photographed man in the history of Memphis. Here's why he never says no to a photo request.
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University of Memphis AD Tom Bowen agrees to contract extension
The University of Memphis and athletic director Tom Bowen have agreed to a six-month contract extension.
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Season One, Chapter 18: Jeremiah Martin saves the day — his day
Jeremiah Martin saved the day. Which just happened to be HIS day. So happy Jeremiah Martin Day to everyone!
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Calkins: Jeremiah Martin’s brilliant career started in grief but is ending in glory
When Jeremiah Martin is introduced as the starting point guard on Memphis Senior Day, he'll cross himself, point skyward and think about the man whose memory has inspired him throughout his unlikely journey.
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February 2019
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Jeremiah Martin scores 43 points as Tigers roll over Tulane, 102-76
The Memphis Tigers cruised past Tulane, 102-76, behind 43 points from Jeremiah Martin, to improve to 16-11, 8-6 in the AAC. Tulane lost its 15th-straight game and is 4-21, 0-13.
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Calkins: Jeremiah Martin leads Memphis to (it’s true!) a win on the road
Memphis got a road win, finally. And it's time to appreciate what Jeremiah Martin is doing for this team.
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Season One, Chapter 14: Memphis defeats UConn to tip off what should be a (bleeping) great rivalry
Penny Hardaway and Memphis defeated Dan Hurley and UConn Sunday at FedExForum. It could be the start of a beautiful bleeping rivalry.
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Calkins: After loss to Cincinnati, Penny Hardaway calls out his team’s lack of toughness
What does Cincinnati have that Penny Hardaway's Memphis Tigers don't have? Toughness.
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January 2019
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Calkins: The jealousy jokes fly as Penny Hardaway’s Tigers get smashed by Tulsa
Penny Hardaway's Memphis Tigers got smashed by Tulsa Wednesday night. As you may have expected, given the events of the week, some people really enjoyed this.
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Calkins: Penny Hardaway thinks he has ‘a target on his back’ – and that’s a good thing
Penny Hardaway has a massive chip on his shoulder about criticism – real or imagined – from other coaches. And that's a good thing.
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Calkins: Memphis had a shot to beat Temple – but missed
Memphis lost to Temple Thursday night, 85-76, in a game that demonstrated that old basketball truism: You won’t win many games when you shoot 4.3 percent from deep.
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Basketball box score: Memphis Tigers vs. Southern Methodist University
Memphis: 83; SMU: 61
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