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Memphis Tigers Men's Basketball

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Memphis

Tigers · Men's Basketball

Penny Hardaway

Head Coach

Full staff (3)

Dwight Boyd

Chief of Staff

Email

Kristan Kelly

Director of Basketball Operations

Email

Darrell Turner

Senior Associate Athletic Director, Sports Medicine (Men's Basketball, Men's Golf)

Email

Head Coach

Penny Hardaway

Direct contact details for this coach are not confirmed. Use the program's official athletics staff directory, linked from the ESPN program page.

Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.

Basketball Staff Contacts

Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.

NameRoleEmail
Dwight Boyd Chief of Staff deboyd1@memphis.edu
Kristan Kelly Director of Basketball Operations kkelly5@memphis.edu
Darrell Turner Senior Associate Athletic Director, Sports Medicine (Men's Basketball, Men's Golf) dmtrner3@memphis.edu

About Memphis Tigers Basketball

The Memphis Tigers compete in the American Conference and play their home games in Tennessee under the direction of head coach Anfernee Hardaway. The program balances rigorous academics with elite basketball competition, providing student-athletes with access to top-tier educational opportunities while competing at a high level of collegiate play. The American Conference offers consistent competition against quality opponents throughout the season. Hardaway has built a program culture centered on developing talent, maintaining competitive standards, and preparing players for the next level. Memphis offers recruits the chance to play for a storied program with significant basketball tradition and resources dedicated to player development. High school players interested in combining academics with competitive basketball should reach out to the coaching staff to learn how they can contribute to the Tigers' mission and develop both athletically and academically at this respected institution.

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Net price

$12,192/yr

Below D1 median ($17,886)

Grad rate

53%

Below D1 median (67%)

Enrollment

12,701

Above D1 median (9,019)

Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/

Full cost & outcomes

College Cost & Enrollment

Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.

Average net price after aid (in-state), compared to 360 D1 schools with Scorecard data.

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000
$10,110 / year
$30,001–$48,000
$10,665 / year
$48,001–$75,000
$11,912 / year
$75,001–$110,000
$16,419 / year
$110,001+
$18,958 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
Undergraduate enrollment
12,701
Average net price
$12,192 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state)
$11,256 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state)
$15,960 / year
Graduation rate
53%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/

D1 men's basketball recruiting calendar

NCAA Division I contact, evaluation, quiet, and dead periods are the same for every men's program, including this one. This is not a Memphis Tigers camp or visit schedule.

One NCAA 2026-27 calendar for every D1 program. Dates checked against the NCAA calendar on Nov 8, 2026. NCAA calendar updated Jul 30, 2026. View the NCAA calendar (PDF)

Confirm rules with your target school's compliance office before visits or commitments.

Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.

Program history

1

Final Fours

1973

2

NIT titles

2002, 2021

Naismith Hall of Fame coaches

Source: Wikipedia

Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/

Notable NBA/pro alumni

Notable NBA and professional alumni for this program
Player Team(s) Years
Chris Douglas-Roberts Mavericks, Bucks, Nets, Clippers —
Joey Dorsey Rockets, Kings, Raptors 2008–2015
Cedric Henderson Warriors —
D. J. Stephens Bucks —
Antonio Burks Grizzlies —

Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/

American Teams

American men's basketball programs
School Location Enrollment Avg. net price
Charlotte View program → Location Charlotte, NC Enrollment 24,453 Avg. net price $15,142
East Carolina View program → Location Greenville, NC Enrollment 19,896 Avg. net price $16,880
Florida Atlantic View program → Location Boca Raton, FL Enrollment 23,757 Avg. net price $10,394
Memphis View program → Location Memphis, TN Enrollment 12,701 Avg. net price $12,192
North Texas View program → Location Denton, TX Enrollment 34,341 Avg. net price $15,358
Rice View program → Location Houston, TX Enrollment 4,776 Avg. net price $11,164
South Florida View program → Location Tampa, FL Enrollment 37,207 Avg. net price $8,648
Temple View program → Location Philadelphia, PA Enrollment 20,970 Avg. net price $23,058
Tulane View program → Location New Orleans, LA Enrollment 7,767 Avg. net price $40,693
Tulsa View program → Location Tulsa, OK Enrollment 2,813 Avg. net price $13,511
UAB View program → Location Birmingham, AL Enrollment 11,635 Avg. net price $15,630
UTSA View program → Location San Antonio, TX Enrollment 30,580 Avg. net price $9,872
Wichita State View program → Location Wichita, KS Enrollment 10,780 Avg. net price $10,307
All American Conference programs →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Memphis D1?

Yes, Memphis is an NCAA Division I program in the American. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Memphis men's basketball.

What conference is Memphis in?

Memphis competes in the American for D1 men's basketball.

What is the average net price at Memphis?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $12,192 per year for in-state students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.

What is undergraduate enrollment at Memphis?

College Scorecard reports approximately 12,701 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to Memphis?

Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D1, and contact the coaching staff using verified emails on this page or the official athletics staff directory. FCP helps players prepare film and recruiting profiles for D1 programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.

Memphis Tigers Is Within Reach: If You're Ready

The difference between a player who gets offered by a D1 program and one who doesn't often comes down to timing and preparation. FCP prepares athletes for the moment when Memphis Tigers's coaches are ready to evaluate, so you don't miss your window.

Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-11-04.

Program data maintained by the Florida Coastal Prep coaching staff. Last updated August 2026.

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