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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Basketball Homecoming Dance: Feb. 1
The Basketball Homecoming Dance is Saturday, February 1, from 8-10 p.m. in the Campus Center Dining Hall. The theme will be Winter Wonderland.Read More -
Get Your All-Sports Passes
Owl Passes are discounted! Offering admission to all regular-season home games during the 2024-25 academic year, these mobile passes are now discounted to $65 each.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. -
Parents of Athletes: Praxis Software
Please be on the lookout for emails from the coaches in the coming weeks with information on how to create your family accounts in our new communication software, Praxis. This software will slowly take the place of BrightArrow with respect to all athletics communication.Read More -
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 -
Memphis City Council Honors Rogers
Memphis City Councilman Chase Carlisle ’03 took the Hyde Chapel stage to present Coach Glenn Rogers, Jr. with a resolution in honor of his induction into the 2023 University of Memphis M Club Hall of Fame.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 -
Bowling Team Headed to State
Read MoreThe bowling team defeated Harding Academy, 24-3, at Billy Hardwick’s All-Star Lanes on January 4 to finish region runner-up and clinch its first appearance in the TSSAA tournament since 2017. -
McKay Interim Head Track Coach
Read MoreMr. Orlando McKay has been named interim head coach of the track and field team. McKay has served as an assistant track coach since 1997. In that time, the Owls claimed three state championships and 14 region titles. -
Alston Announces Retirement
Coach Bobby Alston, Memphis University School head football and track coach and athletic director, has announced his retirement after 47 years at the school, effective December 31.Read More -
Announcing our Inaugural Grade 6!
Read MoreWhile our 130-year rich legacy is rooted in tradition, our institution is ever-evolving. Part of that evolution includes the introduction of a sixth grade in fall 2024!
Following a multiyear study, our task force determined that an earlier introduction to MUS would benefit Mid-South boys, especially those graduating from K-5 schools. We will accept a limited number for our inaugural sixth grade, so apply now.
Go to Team Pages:
List of 6 members.
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