Athletics
Philosophy
At Memphis University School, the athletic program serves as a means to support and realize the mission of the school. As an extension of the classroom, athletics allow students to compete, to achieve goals, to become well-rounded young men of strong moral character, consistent with the school’s Christian tradition.
Athletics provide an opportunity to practice the principles of life, such as subjecting one’s self to authority, working together as members of a team, and controlling the emotions that arise in competition. Athletic competition offers an arena for the demonstration of our commitment to excellence and our desire to succeed through individual, team, and program goals. Winning is of great importance to the program; thus, the goal is to have everyone give his best so that winning is possible. However, the student-athlete and coach should realize that there are two victories — the moral and the physical — and the program must not sacrifice the moral victory to gain a physical victory. The goal should be to attain the moral victory at each practice and competition. The physical victory should be the next goal, and its meaning is made valid through the moral victory.
Coaches, teachers, and administrators are the role models for student-athletes. A coach should always be enthusiastic and prepared for each day’s practice and have a schedule of events to help all student-athletes reach their potential. A coach should be the leader in exercising self-control and displaying leadership.
A student-athlete has a responsibility to maintain high standards of personal integrity, leadership, and athletic accomplishment. These qualities are difficult to maintain unless the athlete accepts his leadership responsibility and constantly portrays those high standards. An athlete is looked upon as a leader by the school community and is constantly observed. A student-athlete may often feel pressure to perform for friends and family, but this motivation will not enhance an athletic program. A student-athlete should develop an inner desire to reach his fullest potential. The goal and motivation must be for each athlete to perform at his personal best to help the team achieve its goals.
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Tennis Senior Day: April 23
The tennis team faces CBHS at the Dunavant-Wellford Tennis Center on Wednesday, April 23, 3:45 p.m.Read More -
All-Sports Awards Night: April 28
The 2025 Jake Rudolph All-Sports Awards Night is Monday, April 28, 6 p.m., in Ross Lynn Arena. All varsity athletes earning a letter this year will receive an invitation in the mail.Read More -
2025-26 Cheerleaders Announced
Cheer advisor Mrs. Jennifer McCracken has announced the 2025-26 cheerleading squads! Congratulations to these Owl cheerleaders.Read More -
2025 Cross Country Information
The Upper School cross-country team is open to all rising Grade 9-12 students. Over the past several years, we have built a strong program that competes with top teams across the state - and we are excited about maintaining that tradition in the new school year.Read More -
2025-26 Freshman Football Team Invitation
Read MoreRising Grade 9 students, please consider this your official invitation to join next year’s freshman football team. -
Free US Physicals Night, May 12
Mark your calendars for the Free Upper School Physicals Night on Monday, May 12, at Zupmed in the Laurelwood Shopping Center. Available for all rising MUS Upper School students, physicals will be conducted in this order: rising seniors will begin at 5:30 p.m.; rising juniors, 5:45 p.m.; rising sophomores, 6 p.m.; rising freshmen, 6:15 p.m.Read More -
JV, Varsity Golf Tryouts: July 14-15
Read MoreTryouts for the 2025-26 varsity and JV golf teams will be held July 14-15 at The Links at Audubon. Tee times for tryouts begin at 11 a.m. both days. -
Chamberlain honored by U of M
Congratulations to MUS Tennis Coach and Director of the Dunavant-Wellford Tennis Center Phil Chamberlain who was honored with the Billy J. Murphy Award at the University of Memphis M Club banquet Saturday. The award is presented to a former student-athlete who excelled in his/her profession since leaving the University of Memphis.Read More -
Frisby Retiring After Successful Career
Coach Cliff Frisby, Memphis University School golf head coach, has announced his retirement after 16 years at the school.Read More -
LS Lacrosse Interest Signup
The Lower School lacrosse team is open to any MUS student in the sixth, seventh, or eighth grade. If your son is interested in playing lacrosse this spring, please fill out this form - it does not obligate your son to participate in lacrosse. Read Coach Kimbrough Taylor’s letter from the team page.Read More -
Sign Up for the LS Swim Team!
Read MoreIt’s time to sign up for the Lower School swim team. Lower school students interested in swimming for MUS this season, contact Coach David Ferebee to sign up. -
Stokes-Alston Stadium Name Unveiled
The Memphis University School community gathered September 6 to celebrate as Stokes stadium was renamed Stokes-Alston Stadium in honor of Bobby Alston, longtime football and track head coach and athletic director.Read More -
Training, Rehab, Eval Appointments
The Athletics Department is excited to announce a new program! Student-athletes can make appointments with the athletic training staff for treatment, rehab, or evaluations.Read More -
McCracken Extols Benefits of Athletics
Using his own path in sports as an illustration, Director of Athletics Thad McCracken shared his philosophy during a chapel presentation on August 21.Read More
“Through athletics, coaches teach so many valuable life lessons, lessons that help you be the best version of yourself,” he said. -
Get Your All-Sports Passes
Owl Passes are available for purchase! Offering admission to all regular-season home games during the 2024-25 academic year, these mobile passes cost $115 each.Read More -
Harris, Lindeman College Announcements
Friends and families celebrated Wednesday, April 17, as two seniors made their college commitments known.Read More -
McCracken Named Athletic Director
Headmaster Pete Sanders announces the appointment of Thad McCracken as athletic director. McCracken comes from Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas, where he has served as assistant athletic director since 2011 and men’s basketball head coach since 2010. He will join the faculty later this spring.Read More -
Chubb Named Football Head Coach
MUS Headmaster Peter D. Sanders announces the appointment of 18-year MUS defensive coordinator Mark Chubb as the school’s varsity football head coach after an extensive search. He will assume the role immediately.Read More
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Varsity Tennis - Senior Day
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Christian Brothers High School
Playing Fields - Dunavant-Wellford Tennis Center
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LS Lacrosse B vs ECS
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Evangelical Christian School
Playing Fields - Rogers Lacrosse Field
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LS Track - Middle School Meet 4
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Playing Fields - Stokes-Alston Stadium/Hull-Dobbs Field
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JV Tennis - West Tennessee JV Tennis Tournament April 25 & 26
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Playing Fields - Dunavant-Wellford Tennis Center
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JV Soccer - JV Tournament @ Houston, April 25-27
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Collierville
Houston MS
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LS Lacrosse B vs McCallie 7th @ 42nd Street Field, Nashville
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McCallie
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JV Soccer - JV Tournament @ Houston, April 25-27
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Christian Brothers High School
Houston MS
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LS Lacrosse A vs Collierville
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Collierville
Playing Fields - Rogers Lacrosse Field
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MUS JV/9th Soccer vs Lakeland Prep
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Lakeland
Playing Fields - Webb Soccer Field
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LS Lacrosse B vs Collierville
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Collierville
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Varsity Tennis - TSSAA Region Individuals
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Playing Fields - Dunavant-Wellford Tennis Center
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