Tiger fans should prepare for a new financial reality as they rally behind their teams next season. According to a release from the University of Memphis athletic department, season tickets for the 2025-26 seasons of football and men's and women's basketball will now carry a 9.75 percent Shelby County sales tax—an expense previously absorbed by the university. The decision to pass this cost to the fans is part of an effort to "better align financially with aspirational institutions that are currently charging or will be adding sales tax to their tickets," as reported by the department's official announcement.
Despite the institution's undefeated home football streak in 2024, the Tigers are not planning to hike football ticket prices for the coming season, a move likely to be welcomed by fans. Still riding high from a 7-0 home record, attendees will also witness ongoing stadium renovations throughout the season. The university confirmed that "no new fees for revenue sharing" will be introduced, but season ticket members will now shoulder the existing sales tax on tickets and parking, as cited by Action News 5.
In basketball, the University of Memphis is making a significant change to the seating arrangement at FedExForum. The north and south sides of the Terrace Level will see a reduction of 3,649 seats using a curtain system designed to engender a more dynamic environment, dropping the total capacity to 14,470 for home games.
Excitement is anticipated to build as the Tigers' football schedule for the 2025 season includes games against local rivals and continues to highlight Memphis's impressive home-winning track record, trailing only football giants such as Alabama, Clemson, and Ohio State. The team's dedication to maintaining a formidable presence at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium is clear from its solid 53-9 record since head coach Ryan Silverfield took the reins, captured by details shared in the university's announcement.
