Tigers Basketball Insider: Memphis’ roster is set — well, almost
While many things are falling into place for the Tigers, the group still waits for key answers just seven weeks from the start of the 2023-24 season.
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While many things are falling into place for the Tigers, the group still waits for key answers just seven weeks from the start of the 2023-24 season.
“The city’s proposal to fund stadium renovations is now out there for all he world to see. How should Memphians think about that? They should hope that Robert Pera and the Grizzlies don’t hold a grudge.”
The Tigers turned the ball over on the last two possessions, but are now 3-0, even after facing Navy’s tough-to-defend triple-option offense on a short week.
Quarterback Seth Henigan had two short touchdown runs and Jaylon Allen and the Tigers’ defense came through with two big series late in the game, as the Tigers improved to 3-0.Related story:
NCAA football box score for the Thursday, Sept. 14 game between the University of Memphis and Naval Academy.
University of Memphis athletic director Laird Vearch said this a “moment of truth” for the Tigers. But it’s more than that. It’s a moment of truth for a city that wants to keep its major-league status.
Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield encourages fans to help showcase the city and the university by packing the stands for the Tigers’ first nationally televised game of the season.
The addition of Jared Harris will give coach Penny Hardaway another developmental player who could stay multiple seasons.
“We’re just trying to continue to support him,” Hardaway said. “That’s about it. That’s all I can do.”
Arkansas State lost 73-0 to Oklahoma last week, but Memphis isn’t taking the Red Wolves lightly. The Tigers have been in a close battle with them the last two games.
Williams’ preliminary hearing has been postponed for a third time. Tigers Basketball Insider: September a crucial recruiting month for MemphisRelated story:
The month of September has a chance to make the Memphis Tigers well-equipped for the future, while also strengthening the connection between the city’s team and the city itself.
The Memphis head coach took time out of what’s been a busy offseason for the Tigers to inaugurate the outdoor, technicolor basketball court at the newly renovated Tom Lee Park.
“If Williams doesn’t care ‘at all’ about his image, even as his own freedom is in jeopardy, do we really think he’s going to care about doing what’s best for a Tiger team that aspires to make a championship run next season?”
Joe Cooper, the stepson of former Memphis forward Rodney Newsom, has walked on with the Tigers.
“I like to think of our team and particularly our defense as sort of a representation of the City of Memphis,” Matt Barnes said.
Malcolm Dandridge could elevate a Memphis team already poised for a big season. The numbers say as much.
“The game’s really not complicated,” Barnhart said. “You’ve gotta have the facilities, and then you’ve gotta recruit. You gotta do those two things.”
University of Memphis president makes a case that the Tigers’ hunt for a new home is real.
Parth Upadhyaya and John Martin weigh in on the significance of Jaykwon Walton’s addition, who’s on campus and who’s not, and Memphis’ upcoming trip to the Dominican Republic.
After more than three months in the transfer portal, Dandridge has decided to play his final college season with his hometown Tigers.
Freshman Anna Hauer opened the scoring in the 18th minute and fellow freshman Ashley Henderson (Harding Academy) scored twice to propel the 17th-ranked Tigers to a 6-1 win over Ohio State.
“Our goal is to provide a great experience for all fans, whether it’s your 40th year as a season ticket holder or you’re attending your first game,” athletic director Laird Veatch said in a statement.
Grimes, now a 6-foot-5 shooting guard with the New York Knicks, is currently training with Hardaway for the third offseason in a row.
Those who have known St. John’s transfer David Jones from the time he arrived in the U.S. in 2017 feel he can be a piece that’s just as important as any on next season’s Tigers.