Memphis Tigers Edge West Virginia in Frisco Bowl

In a thrilling basketball matchup, No. 21 Memphis edged out Virginia 64-62, with PJ Haggety scoring 21 of his 27 points in the second half, overcoming a 30-21 deficit. Virginia interim coach Ron Sanchez highlighted his team's competitive spirit but acknowledged struggles against Memphis' aggressive press. Meanwhile, North Carolina fell to Florida 90-84, marking their fifth loss against ranked opponents this season, which head coach Hubert Davis attributed to rebounding issues, as Florida secured crucial offensive boards late in the game. The Lady Vols are set to face Memphis in their first true road game of the season, focusing on improving their transition play and rebounding capabilities. In football, West Virginia Mountaineers lost to No. 25 Memphis in the Frisco Bowl 42-37, with quarterback Garrett Greene achieving notable individual milestones despite the defeat. Interim coach Chad Scott praised his team's resilience and efforts throughout the game, even as they fell short in the final moments.