Tigers Open Conference Play with SMU and Temple

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – With a full conference slate for the first time since 2019, the Memphis Tigers (7-5) open American Athletic Conference competition this week with a 1 p.m. Wednesday matchup at SMU (4-6) and a 1 p.m. Sunday contest at home vs. Temple (4-7). Wednesday's battle with the Mustangs will be available on ESPN+.

Memphis hits the road to open conference action in Dallas, Texas against an SMU squad that has struggled to begin the season. Of the Mustangs' six losses, two have been to top-20 ranked programs (Oregon & Creighton), with three other losses to Power 5 programs. The Mustangs enter conference play off a five-set victory at TCU.

SMU holds an 18-6 edge in the all-time series, with…