"It was a failure for sure. You can't categorize it anywhere else, any other way. We didn't do what we needed to do. We failed. But, again, you can come back from failure. There's been a lot of teams that have gone through this more than any and I'm the head of that failure. Couldn't get the guys to really believe in the buy-in every single game."
"After multiple meetings with Memphis administration, Hardaway presented a plan for next season, which will be his ninth at the school. According to sources, his return for 2026-27 will include changes on the coaching staff and hiring a general manager."
Penny Hardaway will continue as Memphis basketball coach for the 2026-27 season after meeting with administration and presenting a plan to revitalize the program. Following a disappointing 13-19 season marked by a seven-game losing streak and first-round tournament exits, Hardaway acknowledged the failure but expressed confidence in his ability to rebuild. His return will include coaching staff changes and the hiring of a general manager. Despite the poor season, Memphis retained Hardaway due to his status as a school icon, his previous tournament success, and the substantial $6 million buyout remaining on his contract through April 2028. Hardaway has compiled a 175-87 record over eight years at Memphis.
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