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Bartlett High basketball standout Dylan Jones commits to Texas A&M

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:09:58 -0500

Jones is ranked the No. 1 player in Tennessee and is a consensus Top 40 player in the country.

Kicking off her first season at the helm, Coach Hana Haden unleashes her Tigers

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 16:02:54 -0500

At an open practice for the Memphis basketball team, the 2026-27 squad played a five-minute scrimmage, had a three-point contest and more at Elma Roane Fieldhouse.

Munford wins scrappy game at Germantown to go 8-1

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:19:06 -0500

Munford’s win improved its record to 8-1 and set up what is effectively the region title game next week against Central, with the winner earning home-field advantage in the playoffs.

Houston wins region girls soccer title against Collierville

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:24:19 -0500

Houston’s Alex Armstrong scores the match's only goal in the 25th minute. Both teams advance to Saturday’s sectionals.

Quarterback Thomas Heffner was told he couldn't play. He's helping Lausanne big-time anyway.

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 04:00:02 -0500

One of the best quarterbacks in the region was ruled ineligible for the 2026 season, but Thomas Heffner is supporting his team in every way he still can.

Southwind takes top spot in Region 8 with win over Whitehaven

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:27:45 -0500

Southwind running back Khamoni Williams rushes for four touchdowns as the Jaguars win a regional clash against Whitehaven.

Lausanne takes late lead to complete comeback win over Collierville

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Fri, 9 Oct 2026 08:36:29 -0500

Lausanne trailed 28-13 in the first quarter before the Lynx outscored the Dragons 36-7 in the rest of the game to win at Collierville.

Mid-South Monarchs play inaugural game Friday night

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Fri, 9 Oct 2026 07:55:10 -0500

The Mid-South Monarchs and the Monroe Moccasins will play a two-game set on Friday and Saturday to open up the season. The home opener for the Monarchs will be Oct. 23 at the Landers Center.

Houston topples Collierville in Top 5 girls soccer match

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Wed, 7 Oct 2026 23:30:43 -0500

Third-ranked Collierville hosted fifth-ranked Houston in a Top 5 national matchup between the best two teams in the state of Tennessee.

Middle College's Staples, Wooddale's Nelson introduced as all-star coaches

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Wed, 7 Oct 2026 14:15:45 -0500

Middle College’s LeNorris Staples and Wooddale’s Aries Nelson are head coaches for the 24th annual AutoZone Liberty Bowl High School All-Star Game.

St. George’s wins defensive battle against Northpoint

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Fri, 2 Oct 2026 23:38:49 -0500

The Gryphons battled rain, wet field conditions and sometimes themselves on their way to a 14-7 victory against Northpoint.

Whitehaven defeats Munford to win fifth straight

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 23:58:06 -0500

Whitehaven was led by an inspired performance from junior quarterback Jour’din Shelton, who had four total touchdowns on the night.

Rochester edges Memphis for International League Championship

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 06:12:09 -0500

Memphis was seeking to return to the Triple-A Championship series in its first playoff run since it won it all in 2018.

Redbirds dominate Red Wings, force decisive Game 3

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:30:08 -0500

The Redbirds won their first playoff game in eight seasons. The last win was in 2018 when Memphis won the Triple-A championship game against the Durham Bulls.

Redbirds squander chances, drop Game 1 of playoffs

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:10:05 -0500

The Redbirds stranded 10 men on base and went 1-for-9 with runners in scoring position.

Central dominates Brighton to move to 5-0

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:50:08 -0500

Central tailback Derreon Martin ran for three touchdowns and quarterback Brooks Wright threw for two scores in the Warriors' win.

Tigers earn scrappy win against Rice in women’s soccer conference opener

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:20:40 -0500

Abby Forsgren and Ai Kitagawa had the goals and the Tigers defense shut out the Rice Owls Thursday night to open American Conference play.

Calipari headlines 2026 Memphis Sports Hall of Fame class loaded with former Tigers

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:04:35 -0500

The crowd at the Renasant Convention Center was the biggest since the hall first began honoring inductees in 2019.

Calipari hints at future matchups with Memphis

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:24:56 -0500

Current Arkansas and former Memphis coach John Calipari has left the door open for future regular-season matchups between the two programs.

Alcorn State wins double overtime thriller in Southern Heritage Classic

isparks@dailymemphian.com (Ian Sparks) — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:34:05 -0500

Alcorn State quarterback Jaylen Tolbert threw for 485 yards and five touchdowns to help his team win this year’s Southern Heritage Classic.