My 2nd trip to Memphis is almost over and I’ve again really enjoyed my time here. So I felt the need to say something, especially after what LeBron said today.
This city often gets a very bad rep and I’ve experienced that myself. Players shitting on it, media saying it’s dangerous, people asking me why I’d go here because I wouldn’t be safe, I’ve heard it all. All those people couldn’t be more wrong.
This is a city very different from other “typical American cities”. Memphis has it’s own identity, an identity that makes it special. Memphis is a very warm and welcoming city. From the second my first trip started last year I’ve felt welcomed by the people. In the Fedexforum, on the streets, in the airport, in my hotel. My experiences have been nothing but positive. Not once have I felt unsafe or anything remotely close to it, not in my week long stay last year and also not in my almost 2 week long stay this year.
Now of course every city has its weaknesses and room for improvement. And that’s where I have to give a lot of credit to the mayor and the people who run this city. Even in the year between my trips there has been clear improvement. The streets are cleaner, there’s roadwork being done and downtown is noticeably more lively compared to last year.
Don’t let people who have never been here tell you what and how this city is. Memphis is a unique and beautiful city, Memphis is Memphis. I have truly loved my time here and I can’t wait to keep coming back in the future. But first one more game against Toronto tomorrow.
We are SO excited for our students and graduates for #UGAMatch2026! As we wait on ASHP Match results, let's go ahead and celebrate some of our early commits and career matches!
Big news for the Bluff City! 〽️ The New York Times has named Memphis one of its 52 Places to Go in 2026, spotlighting our culture and history. https://t.co/YxP3TVIiPd
To the brave souls still debating if @katieledecky is the greatest female swimmer in history: She just swam the 2nd-fastest 1500 ever…in January…at 28…a race she hasn’t lost in 5,668 days. Bless your hearts for trying. I’m going to just enjoy this era of the greatest FEMALE ATHLETE ever.
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This epic call gave me Larry Munson vibes
“I broke my chair. I came right through a chair. A metal steel chair with about a 5-inch cushion. I broke it. The booth came apart. The stadium, well, the stadium fell down.”
GA/FL 1980
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But still #GoDawgs
This was in my feed and for a minute I thought it was another post about the INSANE swimming and records going down in Florida!
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