Jan. 6, 2000

Memphis Sports Authority chairman Reggie Barnes announced Thursday a partnership between St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and this year’s Ohio Casualty Group Conference USA Basketball Championship.

At a press conference held at The Pyramid, Barnes announced net profits from the tournament will be split 50/50 between the Memphis Sports Authority and St. Jude Hospital.

The University of Memphis will serve as the host institution of this year's tournament to be held at The Pyramid March 8-11.