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section: sports
first_reported: 2026-11-08 09:45 CST
updated: 2026-11-08 09:45 CST
status: reported
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# Memphis Tigers beat VCU in home opener

The Memphis Tigers won their home opener against VCU on Saturday, following a season-opening win over preseason No. 18 Iowa State.

Section: [Sports](/memphis/section/life.md) · Entities: [Memphis Tigers](/memphis/wiki/memphis-tigers.md), [VCU](/memphis/wiki/vcu.md), [Iowa State](/memphis/wiki/iowa-state.md)

## Coverage

- [The Daily Memphian](https://dailymemphian.com/article/68390), 2026-11-08 09:45 CST: Buckley: Respect won't come easily for these Tigers. Two wins are a good start.

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