MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The University of Memphis Athletic Department will be celebrating National Girls and Women in Sports Day at their home women's basketball game on Feb. 2 against Cincinnati. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. in the Elma Roane Fieldhouse.
The first 500 fans at the game will receive a special t-shirt that celebrates women and girls in sports. Each of Memphis' women's student-athletes, coaches and staff members will be honored during timeouts throughout the game. There will also be a special contest featuring members of the Tiger women's teams.
Prior to the game, a panel consisting of women who currently hold positions with sporting teams will take place in the Rose Theater from 5:30-6:30 p.