MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Tigers (1-0) opened the 2021-22 season in fashion with an impressive 84-64 win over Big East opponent Xavier (0-1) in Elma Roane Fieldhouse. This win marks head coach Katrina Merriweather's first win with the University of Memphis.
"I'm so proud of the team," said Merriweather. "We put in a system that they are buying in to. But, I'm just excited and grateful to coach this team."
After opening the game trading points with Xavier, Memphis would go on a 10-0 run that consisted of baskets from Jamirah Shutes and Emani Jefferson.