Ashton Hardaway, son of Memphis basketball coach Penny Hardaway, is transferring to Coastal Carolina after two seasons with the Tigers. He averaged 5.6 points and 2.5 rebounds per game last season before an injury sidelined him.
Key points
Ashton Hardaway is transferring to Coastal Carolina
He is the son of Memphis coach Penny Hardaway
Averaged 5.6 points and 2.5 rebounds at Memphis
Missed final five games of the season due to injury
Former four-star recruit
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Memphis basketball's Ashton Hardaway transferring to Coastal Carolina, per report
The 6-foot-8 forward, a former four-star recruit, played two seasons for the Tigers (freshman and junior) with one season at Saint Mary's sandwiched in between. Most recently, at Memphis in 2025-26, Ashton Hardaway appeared in 25 games (nine starts) and averaged 5.6 points and 2.5 rebounds a game.
The California native finished second on the team in blocked shots with 18 — one behind Thierno Sylla — but his season was cut short by a calf injury that kept him sidelined for the final five games. The highest-scoring game of his collegiate career came on Jan. 21, when he dropped 18 points (in 22 minutes) in a loss at Tulsa.
Memphis Tiger Julius Thedford (15) handles the ball against North Texas during a game on Dec. 31, 2025 at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn.
Q&A
Why is Ashton Hardaway transferring to Coastal Carolina?
Ashton Hardaway is transferring to Coastal Carolina after playing two seasons at Memphis, likely seeking more playing opportunities.
What were Ashton Hardaway's stats during his time at Memphis?
During his time at Memphis, Ashton Hardaway averaged 5.6 points and 2.5 rebounds per game, appearing in 25 games last season.
What impact did Ashton Hardaway's injury have on his season?
Ashton Hardaway's season was impacted by a calf injury that kept him out of the final five games, limiting his contributions.
Who is Ashton Hardaway's father and what is his role?
Ashton Hardaway's father is Penny Hardaway, the head coach of the Memphis basketball team.
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Memphis Tiger Julius Thedford (15) handles the ball against North Texas during a game on Dec. 31, 2025 at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn.
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Memphis basketball roster 2026-27 for Penny Hardaway after transfer portal additions
Memphis Tiger Julius Thedford (15) handles the ball against North Texas during a game on Dec. 31, 2025 at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn.
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Memphis basketball roster 2026-27 for Penny Hardaway after transfer portal additions
Washington State Cougars forward Rihards Vavers (15) controls the ball against the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center.
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Memphis basketball roster 2026-27 for Penny Hardaway after transfer portal additions
Memphis Tigers’ William Whorton (12) looks to make a move in the paint against UAB during an American Conference game on Feb. 22, 2025 at the FedexForum in Memphis, Tenn.
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Memphis basketball roster 2026-27 for Penny Hardaway after transfer portal additions
Briarcrest’s Fred Smith Jr. smiles after putting on a Memphis Tigers hat and shirt to announce his commitment to the University of Memphis in the gym at Briarcrest Christian School in Eads, Tenn., on April 9, 2026.
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Memphis basketball roster 2026-27 for Penny Hardaway after transfer portal additions
Memphis basketball commit Cello Jackson looks on after Fred Smith Jr. announced his commitment to the University of Memphis in the gym at Briarcrest Christian School in Eads, Tenn., on April 9, 2026.
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Memphis basketball roster 2026-27 for Penny Hardaway after transfer portal additions
Briarcrest’s Parker Pounds (2) shoots the ball during the DII-AA state quarterfinal against Baylor in Eads, Tenn., on February 28, 2026. Briarcrest defeated Baylor 55-53.
Ashton Hardaway is one of five players from Memphis' 2025-26 roster to leave via transfer. Aaron Bradshaw is headed to Tennessee State, Curtis Givens III is going to Ohio State, Quante Berry is bound for Lamar and Simon Majok has signed with Nevada.
The only players returning from last season's roster are Julius Thedford and William Whorton. The Tigers have added nine Division I transfers and three incoming freshmen.
