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Penny Hardaway Abruptly Shakes Up Memphis Basketball Coaching Staff
A Shocking Move
In a sudden and unexpected move, Penny Hardaway, the head coach of the Memphis Tigers men's basketball team, has dismissed three assistant coaches from his staff.
The dismissed coaches are:
- Mike Miller
- Sam Mitchell
- Larry Brown
Reasons for the Dismissals
Hardaway has not publicly stated the reasons for the dismissals but it is speculated that it is due to the team's poor performance this season.
The Tigers are currently 9-10 overall and 2-5 in American Athletic Conference play. They have lost four of their last five games.
Possible Replacements
It is not yet known who will replace the dismissed coaches.
However, it is expected that Hardaway will hire experienced coaches who can help the Tigers improve their performance.
Hardaway's Statement
In a statement released by the university, Hardaway said:
“I want to thank Mike, Sam, and Larry for their hard work and dedication to the Memphis Tigers basketball program. I wish them all the best in their future endeavors.”
“I am confident that we will be able to find the right coaches to help us achieve our goals.”
Reaction from the Memphis Community
The news of the coaching staff shakeup has been met with mixed reactions from the Memphis community.
Some fans are supportive of Hardaway's decision, while others are concerned about the impact it will have on the team's performance.
It remains to be seen how the coaching staff shakeup will affect the Memphis Tigers basketball team.
However, one thing is for sure: the program is in a state of flux and the future is uncertain.