Oct. 8, 2008

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Tiger Nation has been waiting for the start of hoops season, and that day is nearing. In just nine days, the 2008-09 University of Memphis basketball campaign opens with its annual celebration of Memphis Madness presented by Autozone.

Memphis Madness presented by Autozone is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 17 at FedExForum. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. (CT) with a team autograph session. The Madness festivities are scheduled to start around 8:00 p.m. (CT).

The event's line-up and other details will be announced early next week.