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Local lawmakers weigh in on Wiseman NCAA decision
The fight over James Wiseman’s ability to play is drawing attention from state and federal lawmakers.
Sports analyst weighs in on Wiseman’s decision
Sports analysts believe Thursday's announcement regarding James Wiseman's decision to withdraw his lawsuit against the NCAA and the University of Memphis means a resolution is likely coming.
UofM declares James Wiseman ineligible after he asks attorneys to withdraw lawsuit against NCAA
Attorneys for James Wiseman say he is withdrawing his lawsuit against the NCAA and the University of Memphis after being deemed ineligible to play for the Tigers.
SCS looks to appeal TSSAA’s decision ruling Wiseman ineligible in 2017
Even as James Wiseman fights to prove he’s eligible to play college ball, he’s been ruled ineligible to play high school basketball by TSSAA.
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Grizzlies get first win on the road beating San Antonio
The NBA is back in the spotlight as the Memphis Grizzlies get back to full strength for the road match-up with the San Antonio Spurs.
Lawyer who beat NCAA thinks Wiseman will win eligibility case
A legal ethics lawyer who won his fight with college athletics tells WMC Action News the outcome of this case could change the NCAA forever.
Game Changer: Grizzlies blazing a new trail this season with team’s 1st female assistant coach
Niele Ivey is living her dream and inspiring other women to do the same.
Nation watches as Wiseman takes on NCAA
The eyes of the nation are on Memphis as the fight between the NCAA and James Wiseman begins.
Tigers fans react to NCAA’s ruling against James Wiseman
The NCAA ruled Wiseman ineligible to play and it didn't sit well with fans.
Tigers head coach says James Wiseman will continue to play
Head coach Penny Hardaway says James Wiseman will continue to play moving forward, even though the NCAA says he is likely not eligible to play.
Friday Football Fever: Week 12 match-ups and scores
It’s week 12 of Friday Football Fever, the most exciting night of high school sports!
Attorney: NCAA deems James Wiseman ineligible to play for Memphis; judge signs temporary order allowing him to play
The top freshman in the nation, James Wiseman, has been deemed ineligible to play basketball by the NCAA.
Weather postpones AAC women’s soccer tourney to Friday
They’ll play Friday with UCF taking on USF in the first semi at 4:30 p.m. followed by top seed Memphis against fifth seed SMU at 7.
Tigers’ Patterson up for nation’s best place kicker
Junior place kicker Riley Patterson is named one of 20 semifinalists for the 2019 Lou Groza Award as college football’s best kicker
Hardaway says much more to come from ‘Big Ticket’
The big ticket in town Friday is to get into FedExForum to watch the 14th-ranked Memphis Tigers basketball team.
No. 22 LSU basketball takes on Bowling Green
The No. 22 LSU men’s basketball team begins its 2019-2020 season in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center against the Bowling Green Falcons.
WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational offering special holiday ticket
The WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational is offering fans two tickets to one round of next year’s tournament and one round of golf at TPC Southwind for only $165.
College football poll finds U of M Tigers in the rankings
The U of M is one of four American Athletic Conference teams in the college football poll.
Tigers women’s hoop squad wins opener
The Memphis Tigers had three players score in double figures, including Arlington Freshman Lanetta Williams with 11 points.
Tigers ride Wiseman to season opening basketball victory
One of the most anticipated Memphis Tigers Men’s Basketball seasons ever tipped off Tuesday night at FedExForum.
Wiseman to make U of M debut in Tigers Basketball Opener Tuesday
Prized No. 1 Recruit James Wiseman is pronounced ready to go for Tuesday night’s regular season opener against South Carolina State at FedExForum.
Grizzlies fall to Rockets as Harden outduels Morant
The NBA was back at center stage Monday night here in Memphis as the Grizzlies hosted the Houston Rockets at FedExForum.
Awards abound for Tigers football post College GameDay
The Euphoria surrounding the Memphis Tigers Football team’s win over SMU Saturday is the gift that keeps on giving for the U of M.
U of M vs. SMU game brings record crowd to Liberty Bowl
The Memphis Tigers football team took on the SMU Mustangs in the Liberty Bowl Saturday night.
ESPN’s College GameDay a hit on Beale Street
Thousands of people filled Downtown Memphis for ESPN’s College GameDay broadcast from Beale Street.
Golden State’s Steph Curry goes down with injury
The 2-time MVP fell hard on his left wrist and broke his hand in the third quarter.
Memphian Rachel Heck receives 5th Rolex All American honor
She conlcudes her illustrious prep career being named a Rolex All American for the 5th straight year. Her first was as an 8th grader.
U of M Cross Country hosts AAC championship finals
The American Athletic Conference held its Cross Country Championships for Men and Women here in Memphis out at Shelby Farms.
Tigers men’s soccer drops tight one at #6 UCF
The Tigers, who are receiving votes in the polls, trail the Knights by just a half game with two games left.
Final College GameDay preview, Memphis vs. SMU
College GameDay is in Memphis for Saturday’s American Athletic Conference West Division showdown between the the 23rd ranked Memphis Tigers and the 15th ranked Mustangs of SMU.
College GameDay guide: All things you’ll need before kickoff
The network will broadcast the popular live show from Beale Street Saturday, Nov. 2, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
ESPN anchor challenges Jerry Lawler ahead of College GameDay
One ESPN anchor is laying the smack down for the Wrestling Hall of Famer's GameDay appearance.
Friday Football Fever: Week 11 match-ups and scores
We’ve reached week 11 of Friday Football Fever, the most exciting night of high school sports!
Tigers’ prime time game sells out after final 1,000 tickets given away for free
The line stretched all way the way around the University of Memphis Athletic Hall of Fame as Tigers fans came to grab the last 1,000 tickets given away for free.
Fans gear up for College GameDay weather on Beale Street
It will be a chilly kick-off Saturday as the Tigers take on SMU, but it will be an even chillier morning Downtown during ESPN’s College GameDay.
Jerry Lawler named guest picker for College Gameday in Memphis
Jerry "The King" Lawler is the celebrity guest picker for ESPN's College Gameday in Memphis.
College GameDay sellout ensured by donor, furniture retailer
Tickets for Memphis vs SMU at the Liberty Bowl this weekend are officially sold out.
College Gameday festivities start Friday
ESPN College Gameday will be live from Beale Street on Saturday morning, but they need fans down there on Friday, too.
Preparations underway in Memphis for ESPN’s College GameDay
The stage is set, the lights are ready, and now the countdown is on for the live broadcast of ESPN’s College Game Day on Beale Street Saturday morning.
FedExForum offering parking and breakfast for fans attending ESPN’s College GameDay
FedExForum is offering options for parking, breakfast, drinks and restrooms as fans head to Beale Street for ESPN's College GameDay.
City announces road closures for College GameDay
City of Memphis announced road closures coinciding with ESPN’s College GameDay this weekend.
Nats beat Astros 7-2, force Game 7 in World Series
Stephen Strasburg gutted through without his best fastball to throw a five-hitter Tuesday night, and now it’s on to Game 7 in the first World Series ever in which the visiting team won each of the first six games.
College GameDay to broadcast from iconic Beale Street Saturday morning
Officials say everyone in the city is working together to make sure this broadcast shines a bright light on Memphis.
Downtown businesses hope College GameDay brings hungry customers
Memphis breakfast spots downtown are hoping to cash in on the show's early start time.
College GameDay to bring economic boost to the Bluff City
According to ESPN, College GameDay averages 2 million viewers. Saturday morning all of those eyes will be on B.B. King and Beale Street where the GameDday stage will be set up.
Beale Street gears up for national broadcast of College GameDay in Memphis
College GameDay will put the University of Memphis and the entire city on the national stage!
ESPN’s College GameDay coming to Memphis
For the first time in the show’s 32-year history, ESPN’s popular football show, College GameDay will be coming to the University of Memphis.
LeBron James and family forced to evacuate home after Los Angeles fires
James tweeted Monday morning that he was driving around looking for rooms with no luck.
Grizzlies fans excited for new season at home opener
Fans were dancing in the rain to celebrate the return of Grizzlies basketball at FedExForum.
Friday Football Fever: Week 10 match-ups and scores
It’s week 10 of Friday Football Fever, the most exciting night of high school sports!
10th-ranked Memphis women’s soccer wins again
The Tigers are now 14-1-1 on the year, in the driver’s seat for the AAC Title.
College Gameday may be option for Memphis
There’s been a lot of talk lately about the possibility of ESPN’s College Gameday coming to Memphis next weekend when the 25th-ranked Tigers football team hosts 16th-ranked SMU at the Liberty Bowl.
Tigers take down CBU in exhibition game
The first dress rehearsal in is the books for the University of Memphis men’s basketball team.
UofM track and field athlete arrested for rape
A University of Memphis track and field athlete was arrested for rape in East Tennessee.
Penny excited about top 25 ranking, but wants team to be higher
The Memphis Tigers men’s basketball team will play the first of two exhibition games Thursday Night at FedExForum against CBU.
Ole Miss RB makes Freshman All-America watch list
Ole Miss freshman Jerrion Ealy was named to the midseason watch list for the Football Writers Association of America Freshman All-America Team.
Grizzlies lose season opener in Miami
The Heat outscored Memphis 37-17 in the final frame.
Tigers’ indoor practice facility shows progress
Construction is moving along on the Tigers’ new indoor practice facility at the Murphy Athletic Complex.
Morant sends best wishes for Zion
As the league’s number two overall pick, all eyes will fall on Ja now that Zion is shelved for a couple of months.
Gasol gets ring as Raptors beat Pelicans in OT
Congratulations, Big Spain!
Luke still optimistic about Ole Miss bowl chances
Ole Miss Head Coach Matt Luke was the special guest at Monday night’s Touchdown Club of Memphis meeting.
Tigers’ Gainwell earns top weekly honor in AAC
The Tigers are on the prowl in the polls again after curb stomping Tulane 47-17 Saturday at the Liberty Bowl.