Inside Memphis Athletics

Tigers WBB head coach Alex Simmons joins Tyler Springs to talk about her team's affinity for playing close games and how to finish them better. Later, Alabama natives Jordan Hunter and Tamya Smith talk about the long arc of the season & names like Christian Watford, Candace Parker, and Dewanna Bonner that inspired them as younger players. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal...

Jeff Brightwell sits down with Head Coach Matt Riser and talks about the upcoming season, the make-up of the team, and starting his third season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jeff Brightwell talks with Coach Penny Hardaway about wins over UAB and Charlotte as well as being back in the conference race. Dug McDaniel and Curtis Givens III also join the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Alex Simmons joins Tyler Springs to break down the Tigers' double-overtime loss to Tulsa and their prep for an intense month of February, starting with a matchup against Rice. On the back end, assistant coach Garner Small talks about being a multi-time transfer, playing for his dad, growing as a coach, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https...

Jeff Brightwell caught up with Coach Charles Huff to talk about his first National Signing Day with the Tigers! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jeff Brightwell talks with Head Coach Penny Hardaway and Director of Scouting Josh Townsend. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

With no game over the past week, head coach Alex Simmons joins Tyler Springs to explain how the Tigers turn 'nothing' into something productive. Assistant coach Kevin Sullivan chimes in with a deep dive on analytics, taking a closer look at the Tigers' playing style and the adjustments they've made. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/...

With snow postponing the Tigers' Tuesday game against Tulane, this podcast has a different rhythm. (1:13) First, Alex Simmons joins Tyler Springs to break down the Tigers' loss last week at Wichita State. (15:18) After that, you will hear Alex's postgame comments following Memphis' impressive win over UTSA. (17:24) Finally, Memphis women's basketball director of recruiting Chastadie Barrs -- the a...

Coach Alex joins Tyler Springs to break down the Tigers' performance at North Texas and what lies ahead. Later, Tigers assistant and women's basketball alum Brea Elmore goes in depth on the work she's done with Memphis' guards. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jeff Brightwell talks with Coach Penny Hardaway about wins over Temple and UTSA and visits with Director of Basketball Operations Kristan Kelly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

 Jeff Brightwell talks with Penny Hardaway and guest Jason Baker of Champions For Literacy and Director of Player Development Darrel Brown Jr.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Tyler Springs talks with Coach Alex about Memphis' first conference win of the season over FAU and the team's current style of play. Later, Daejah Richmond and roommate Paris Gaines join the show to dish on food, household chores, and of course, Tiger basketball! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Tyler Springs sits down with Alex Simmons to discuss the start to the Tigers' season, New Year's Resolutions, and last-30-seconds strategy. Later, assistant Vonn Read reminisces about coaching against Alex in the mid-2000s, working for Turner Sports, the Orlando Magic, and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-m...

Merry Christmas from The Upside Down! Memphis Tigers women's basketball players Kennedi Alexander and Bailey Gilmore and athletic trainer Emily Garrison join Tyler Springs to unbox the final season of the Netflix series "Stranger Things" ahead of its holiday episode drop. If you're a Tigers fan excited about the show, leave a comment or send your thoughts/questions on social media to @TyphoonSprin...

Jeff Brightwell talked with Defensive Player of the Year Finley Lavin , just after Monday's NCAA Selection show, and talked about the NCAA Tournament, her decision to play at Memphis, and anchoring the Tigers defense.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jeff Brightwell visits with Frank Peasant about getting his opportunity with Memphis, high school football in Pensacola and playing meaningful November football. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jeff Brightwell visits with Katherine Sulentic, Deputy Athletics Director, Regulatory Affairs / SWA, about her background working on both sides of the NCAA, what she saw in Dr. Ed Scott, and operating at a “Power” level. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jeff Brightwell talks with Cooper Jones, Deputy Athletics Director-Chief Revenue Officer, about making an impact on students, Alumni and supports, his history helping schools advance to the next level, and why everyone plays a part. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jeff Brightwell visits with Tiger Kicker Gianni Spetic and talks about his first year at Memphis, growing up in Ohio and his family's move from Croatia to the United States. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jeff Brightwell visits with Chris Bracy about the bye-week, growing up in Mobile, and the season he's had. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jeff Brightwell visits with Jamari Hawkins about playing with a new quarterback, growing up in Mobile Alabama, and this week's game with Tulsa.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jeff Brightwell talks with Gabriela Zych about winning two national championships at the U.S. Shooting Nationals, her experience at Memphis and goals for her senior season.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jeff Brightwell talks with Redshirt Senior Chris Adams about high school football in Maryland, coming back in the game Saturday, and the conference opener. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jeff Brightwell sat down with William Whitlow Jr earlier this week to talk about playing in his home state of Alabama last week, growing up with discipline, and this Saturday's game. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jeff Brightwell sat down with Softball Coach Trena Prater and talks about her first year at Memphis, bringing the passion back, and what she expects for year two.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .