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Grizzlies Begin Training Camp with New Plan
The Memphis Grizzlies started training camp with better health and a new plan, which is hoped to build a better foundation. Drew Hill covers the team and has experience writing about college athletics throughout the South before coming to Memphis.
Memphis QB Marcus Stokes Reports Increased Comfort in Offense
Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes stated that he feels more comfortable in the offense compared to when the season began. This comment was made as the Tigers are a third of the way through their schedule. The article also mentions coverage details for the Memphis Tigers by Frank Bonner II.
Two Memphis Private Schools Leaving TSSAA Football Division
Memphis University School and Christian Brothers High School are leaving the TSSAA Division II football schedule next season. Both schools plan to go "independent," scheduling their own 10-game regular season culminating in a bowl game. This move comes as Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) influences high school sports.
Two Memphis Private Schools Leaving TSSAA Football Conference
Memphis University School and Christian Brothers High School are leaving the TSSAA Division II football schedule next season. Both schools plan to go "independent," scheduling their own 10-game regular season culminating in a bowl game. This move comes as Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) influences high school sports.
Briarcrest Reaffirms TSSAA Commitment Amid Local High School Sports News
Officials from Briarcrest Christian School released a statement reaffirming the school's commitment to the TSSAA. Additionally, CBHS and MUS will play as football independents in 2027 and 2028. The article also mentions other local high school sports news developments.
Christian Brothers University to Join NAIA Mid-South Conference
Christian Brothers University is taking an important step toward joining the NAIA’s Mid-South Conference. This move is in preparation for the 2027-28 athletic season. The article notes this development regarding the university's athletics program.
High School Football Player of the Week Voting Underway
The Daily Memphian is recognizing a high school football player of the week, with readers able to vote for their favorite. Standouts from Brighton, Center Hill, Collierville, Fayette Academy, and Whitehaven are up for consideration. Voting ends on Thursday, Oct. 1.
Grizzlies Media Day: Highlights from Returning Players and Newcomers
Ty Jerome noted his positive impressions of the Grizzlies rookie, Cameron Boozer, despite being unfamiliar with his high school state championships. Drew Hill covers the Memphis Grizzlies and is a top-10 APSE winner who has covered college athletics throughout the South before coming to Memphis.
Karim López at Grizzlies Media Day: Ready for First NBA Season
Mexican player Karim López arrived at the Memphis Grizzlies Media Day stating he is fully recovered and ready for his first NBA season. He spoke about his physical condition following a summer injury that limited his Summer League play. López invited the Hispanic community to support him and the team.
PredsFest brings free fan festival to downtown Nashville
PredsFest, a free street party around Bridgestone Arena, kicks off the Nashville Predators season with live music, food trucks, player appearances, and a kids zone on Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. before the preseason finale.
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