As one of the Elite Basketball Programs in the country, why has Tiger Basketball so captivated the City of Memphis, the State of Tennessee and become truly “one of the nation’s favorite teams?” The answer to this question starts with a Rich Tradition established with over a half century of success in winning games & hearts. The Nations eyes and attention have been on the Tigers since the great NIT & NCAA teams of the ‘50’s, when the NIT Tournament enjoyed equal status with the NCAA. The Tigers 1956-1957 NIT Championship Runner Up finish in New York City at Madison Square Garden left the nation spellbound and “taken with the Memphis Tigers” and wanting more ever since.

A great part of the Tiger’s Success can be attributed to a Loyal & Generous Fan Base ranking Memphis in the top 10 in attendance every year. The Rebounders is the Official Support Basketball Booster Group for the Tiger Basketball Team. The Rebounders assist the Coaches, Players, University, and Tiger Fans in every possible way to help insure continued success. So, join the Rebounders today! Tiger Basketball is truly about more than Basketball as this team has become a Community Obsession in a positive way with everyone united in support. Great Cities have Great Universities! University of Memphis Tiger Basketball teams have succeeded in having a massive spotlight shined on truly a Great University…the University of Memphis…. for over 50 years and still going strong! Go Tigers!