Written by Leon Taylor Jalen Duren, one of the nation’s top high school basketball prospects in the class of 2021, has committed to Coach Penny Hardaway’s University of Memphis Tigers Men’s Basketball team. The 6-foot-10 230-pound man-child has drawn comparisons to former Michigan and NBA star Chris Webber, and his massive hands, NBA-ready frame, and explosive athleticism are just a […]
Jalen Duren has committed to The University of Memphis
Memphis Men’s Basketball Recruiting Recap for Month of July
https://youtu.be/u2dv4_KzuvE The University of Memphis Men’s basketball program struck gold during the July recruiting period by securing a commitment from Class of 2020 center Moussa Cisse, a 6-foot-11 freakishly athletic night man widely regarded as the top shot-blocker in the country. Convincing the five-star Cisse to spurn other big-time and remain in Memphis where he attended high school this past […]
Mike Miller is the new boys basketball coach at Houston High School
Mike Miller’s wish to spend more time with family will continue but maybe not the way he initially envisioned, as he has been named new boys basketball coach at Houston High School where his sons’ Mason and Mavrick Miller both play on the team. The news comes a little more than a month after he stepped down as assistant coach […]
TalkBackLive Network Exclusive interview w/ Top ranked guard & Marquette commit Kameron Jones
TalkBackLive Network’s Joshua Midgett & Leon Taylor talk exclusively w/ Top ranked guard & Marquette commit Kameron Jones.
TalkBackLive Network EXCLUSIVE interview with Former Memphis Tiger Antonio Anderson
TalkBackLive Network EXCLUSIVE interview with Former Memphis Tiger fan favorite Antonio Anderson. We discuss everything from his time as a Tiger, to his interview for the assistant coaching job & MORE! WATCH HERE:
(VIDEO) #BlackLivesMatter. We should be saying it everyday.” — Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski
Duke head men’s basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski, one of the most legendary & respected figures in basketball history, recorded a passionate speech to end systemic racism & acknowledge that Black Lives Matter. Coach K becomes the latest of many college coaches who have released statements regarding the Black Lives Matter movement. Watch the full video here:
Mississippi State star running back Kylin Hill refuses to play unless the state flag is changed
In recent times, an increasing number of black athletes have chosen to use their social media platforms to fight against historical symbols of oppression against black people and systematic racism. The latest to do so is Mississippi State University star running back Kylin Hill, who is arguably the top at his position in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). He has taken […]
Breaking News: #NASCAR says Noose found hanging in Bubba Wallace’s garage
NASCAR is said to be investigating the incident after a noose was found in the garage of African American driver Bubba Wallace Sunday at the Talladega Superspeedway in Lincoln, Alabama. Bubba Wallace is the organization’s only full-time Black driver in its Elite Series. Here is a statement released by NASCAR on the incident.. Late this afternoon, NASCAR was made aware […]
Holly Springs High School Phenom staying close to home
Derek “Dee” Fountain, a 6-foot-8 guard/forward who attended Holly Springs High School in Mississippi, has committed to Mississippi State University! Derek began his high school career as a 6-foot-1 point guard, but a seven inch growth spurt has made it possible for him to play anywhere on the court at the high school level. Widely considered to be one of […]
The University of Memphis unveils the NEW Indoor Football Practice Facility (VIDEO)
A project nearly 10 years in the making had finally been accomplished!The University of Memphis held a virtual ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the opening of the 78,000 square foot facility that cost $11.2 million.