Former Indiana University basketball head coach Mike Davis has accepted an assistant coaching position with the Memphis Tigers, marking a significant new chapter in his distinguished career. Davis, who led the Hoosiers from 2000 to 2006, brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record to the Memphis coaching staff.
Davis, known for his successful tenure at Indiana where he guided the team to the 2002 NCAA Championship game, has continued to make notable contributions to college basketball in various roles since leaving IU. Following his time with the Hoosiers, Davis has held several head coaching positions, including stints at UAB, Texas Southern, and most recently at Detroit Mercy. His teams have consistently been competitive, and his ability to develop talent and manage game strategies has been well-regarded across the sport.
The move to Memphis presents an exciting opportunity for Davis as he joins a program with ambitious goals and a strong recruiting base. Under head coach Penny Hardaway, the Tigers have been making waves in the American Athletic Conference (AAC), and Davis’s extensive experience is expected to provide valuable support. Davis will work alongside Hardaway and the rest of the coaching staff to further elevate Memphis’s program, leveraging his strategic acumen and player development skills.
Davis expressed enthusiasm about joining the Memphis staff. “I am thrilled to join Coach Hardaway and the Memphis Tigers,” Davis said in a statement. “This is a fantastic program with a great tradition and exciting future. I look forward to contributing and helping our players succeed both on and off the court.”
The addition of Davis to the Memphis coaching staff is expected to enhance the team’s performance and recruiting efforts. His knowledge and leadership will be instrumental as the Tigers aim to build on their recent successes and make a significant impact in the AAC and beyond.
As the season approaches, both Memphis and Davis look forward to this new collaboration. The Tigers’ fan base, eager for continued success, is hopeful that Davis’s presence will be a key factor in achieving the program’s goals.