20 years ago, Eliza Wellford Fletcher played for the team. Now, they’re breaking ground on her stadium.
Memphis athletic director Ed Scott hugs soccer coach Brooks Monaghan during the groundbreaking for the University of Memphis women's soccer stadium, named the Liza Wellford Fletcher Stadium. (Brad Vest/Special to The Daily Memphian)
As she did when she was alive, Eliza Wellford Fletcher is going to pull the Memphis Tigers soccer team through once again.
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University of Memphis University of Memphis women's soccer Brooks Monaghan Eliza FletcherJohn Varlas
John Varlas is a lifelong Memphian who has covered high school sports in various capacities for over 20 years.
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