Memphis Baseball Moves Up Weekend Finale

Potential weather prompts schedule change for Sunday's game against Eastern Illinois

Mar. 15, 2026 at 2:05am

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Due to the possibility of inclement weather in the Memphis area on Sunday, March 15, the University of Memphis baseball team has moved up the start time of its series finale against Eastern Illinois. The game, originally scheduled for 1:05 p.m., will now begin at 12:05 p.m. at FedExPark Avron Fogelman Field.

Why it matters

Weather delays and postponements are common occurrences in college baseball, so the Tigers are proactively adjusting their schedule to ensure the game can be played. This allows fans to plan accordingly and gives the team the best chance to complete the series against Eastern Illinois before any potential storms arrive.

The details

The decision to move up the start time was made due to the potential for poor weather conditions in the Memphis area on Sunday afternoon. By starting the game an hour earlier, the Tigers and Panthers will have a better opportunity to finish the contest before any inclement weather impacts play.

  • The game was originally scheduled for a 1:05 p.m. first pitch on Sunday, March 15.
  • The start time has been moved up to 12:05 p.m. on the same date.

The players

University of Memphis

The home team and host of the series against Eastern Illinois.

Eastern Illinois

The visiting team playing a three-game series against the University of Memphis.

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What’s next

Fans are encouraged to check GoTigersGo.com and the team's social media channels for any further updates on the schedule change or weather-related impacts.

The takeaway

Proactive schedule adjustments are crucial in college baseball to ensure games can be played as planned, even in the face of unpredictable weather conditions.