Memphis Tigers Tickets

With a solid tradition on the hardwood, the Memphis Tigers are a big hit in the city. Given its storied history, Memphis Tigers tickets have been enjoyed by several generations of college basketball fans.

Memphis Tigers Tickets: Historical Overview

The Memphis Tigers' first season as a division-one basketball squad was in the 1955-56 campaign. In the 1972-73 season, the program broke onto the national scene. Led by star guard Larry Finch and head coach Gene Bartow, Memphis reached the NCAA title game. However, the team was overwhelmed by Bill Walton and the UCLA Bruins in the championship contest. Still, the tournament run put Memphis hoops on the map.

The Tigers also reached the Final Four in 1984-85 and 2007-08. Under the direction of head coach John Calipari and the play of star guard Derrick Rose, the 2007-08 squad met Kansas for the national title. The Jayhawks were able to stage a rally late in the game to force an overtime period. In the end, Kansas prevailed to hand Memphis a tough defeat.

Overall, the Tigers have made 22 appearances in the NCAA tournament.

In football, the Tigers have been a division-one club since 1960. The school has reached six bowl games over the years.

Championship Seasons

In basketball, the Memphis Tigers have won 26 conference championships (17-regular season, 9-tournament). Since Conference USA was formed in 1995, the Tigers have rolled up 15 conference titles (10-regular season, 5-tournament) to pace the league.

Memphis Tigers Tickets at Home Facilities

On the hardwood, the Memphis Tigers take the court at a top rate facility. The FedExForum (capacity of 18,119) opened prior to the 2004-05 season. The arena is also the home site for the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies.

For football, the Tigers compete at the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium (capacity of 62,380). The venue also hosts the annual Liberty Bowl postseason game. Memphis Tigers tickets enable fans to watch top flight college sports action.

Memphis Tigers Tickets: 2011-12 Season

With one of the best young rosters in the nation, the Memphis Tigers will be seeking a return trip to the NCAA tournament in the 2011-12 campaign. The home schedule will feature several non-conference tilts and eight Conference USA matchups.

In football, the Tigers will try to turn things around in 2011. A battle against the Mississippi State Bulldogs will headline this year's home slate. Memphis Tigers tickets will also be sold for home outings against Austin Peay, SMU, East Carolina, UAB and Marshall.