Tubby Smith payout off books, easing U of M athletic budget
Unspecified auxiliary revenue from the University of Memphis will take care of the over $3.5 million the former basketball coach is still owed, allowing for job openings to get filled.
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August 2021
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What 5 college coaches say about Hardaway’s hires
Five coaches and a former NBA executive, granted anonymity for their opinions, point to knowledge and expertise, but also a couple of negatives about the University of Memphis’ formidable basketball coaching staff.
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Calkins: Rasheed Wallace is yet another reason Emoni Bates should pick Memphis
On the day Emoni Bates began his official visit to Memphis, Rasheed Wallace became the newest member of Penny Hardaway. The presence of Wallace is just another reason Bates should pick the Tigers. But we went through them all.
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Bates to Memphis? And DeAndre Williams is in ‘heaven’
There is talk that the Tigers are the front-runners, but that visit to Oregon looms.
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Five-star Emoni Bates reportedly will make official Memphis visit Wednesday
The elite small forward is inching closer to making his decision, with Oregon and the G League also considered options.
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Calkins: Former Memphis great Danton Barto intubated and fighting for his life
Danton Barto, Memphis football’s all-time leading tackler, is in the hospital fighting COVID-19. He sent his wife, Shelly Beth, a text: “Get that shot for me.”
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Memphis lands commitment from four-star defensive lineman
The Tigers continued their tear on the recruiting by adding a four-star defensive lineman from the state of Georgia.
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Larry Brown, recently recovered from COVID, excited about five-star big man Jalen Duren
The Hall of Fame coach compared Jalen Duren to NBA All-Star Shawn Kemp.
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Calkins: Why Jalen Duren’s decision to attend Memphis could change everything
Yes, Penny Hardaway has landed big recruits before. But getting Jalen Duren is different. It could be the start of a glorious new era of Tigers basketball.
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Memphis basketball releases nonconference home schedule
The Tigers’ nonconference home schedule is headlined by a matchup with Alabama in December.
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What do national pundits think of Memphis Tigers now?
Jalen Duren’s commitment, and the potential addition of Emoni Bates, have some believing Penny Hardaway’s University of Memphis Tigers are headed to the Top 20 ranking or better.
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Calkins: It’s a magical moment in Memphis sports
Penny Hardaway has the No. 1 recruit in the country, the golf tournament has never been better, the Tigers football team has been to seven straight bowl games and Ja Morant calls FedExForum home. Has there ever been a more promising moment for Memphis sports?
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Analysis: Jalen Duren already ahead of other Tigers big men
His addition makes the Tigers must-watch basketball, something Memphis is capitalizing on with its timely email reminder to renew season tickets.
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Tigers win top prize: Jalen Duren commits to Memphis
Penny Hardaway won one of the biggest recruiting battles of his career by securing the services of five-star big Jalen Duren.
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Jalen Duren decision day: Who are the contenders and what are the stakes?
Memphis is gaining steam in the Jalen Duren sweepstakes; can Penny Hardaway seal the deal?
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Calkins: Isaac Bruce, proud Tiger, carries Memphis into Hall of Fame
Isaac Bruce will become the first Memphis player inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday. He says his time at Memphis — a place he still loves — “helped make me who I am.”
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Calkins: It’s a big day for Penny Hardaway and Memphis sports
At 5 p.m. Friday, a gifted center named Jalen Duren will announce his destination. If he picks Memphis, it could be the start of something big.
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Last season’s numbers bring only new demands on Calvin Austin III
The Memphis Tigers wide receiver will have to adjust to a new quarterback, but the expectations have risen.
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Hardaway hires new strength coach
Hornett spent a season with the Golden State Warriors and three seasons at Saint Louis University before coming to Memphis.
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Tigers basketball mailbag: Jalen Duren, potential starting five, must-win matchups
Keeping in mind last season’s rocky nonconference performance, what do the Tigers have to face this year?
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Emoni Bates reclassifies to 2021, has Memphis in final four
The best NBA prospect in the country has the Tigers as a finalist.
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AAC commissioner denies colluding with ESPN on conference realignment
But American Athletic Conference head Mike Aresco declined to say if any Big 12 schools have reached out to him.
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Penny Hardaway eyes Rasheed Wallace as Tigers assistant
The Memphis basketball coach shared the latest on Wallace, the point guard battle and vaccination numbers Wednesday at the golf course.
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Memphis businessman, baseball fan donates $1.5M to renovate U of M field
Avron Fogelman’s gift will go to a new artificial turf field, among other improvements.
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July 2021
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Memphis football’s Black assistants cautiously optimistic about their future
“Stay true to what you do and try not to worry about the outside factors,” Tigers defensive line coach Kyle Pope said.
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