Hoops For St. Jude planned as a regular-season basketball event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 2:44 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Planning is ongoing to transition the Hoops For St. Jude Tip-Off Classic from a preseason format to a regular-season event. The event previously featured games at FedExForum by Memphis men's and women's teams against power conference programs. Organizers aim to enhance the event's profile and community engagement, although it will not take place in 2026. The University of Memphis is involved in these efforts led by Ike Anand, President and CEO of ALSAC, who emphasized the goal of raising awareness and support for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
- •The event has been held in 2024 and 2025.
- •It aimed to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
- •Memphis Tigers will play an exhibition game against Mississippi State on Oct. 23.
- •Organizers are working with FedExForum and the University of Memphis.
- •The event will not take place in 2026.
- 2:44 PMYahoo Sports — Plans in motion to make Hoops For St. Jude a regular-season event
"Planning is under way to shift the Hoops For St. Jude Tip-Off Classic from a preseason doubleheader to a full-fledged, regular-season multi team event.
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