Tigers freshman Simpkins to leave basketball program

Tigers freshman Simpkins to leave basketball programBy Dan Wolken, Memphis Commercial AppealTuesday, April 28, 2009 Matt Simpkins’ basketball career at the University of Memphis is over.Simpkins, a 6-9 forward who was suspended in February for numerous off-court issues, left the program today and will transfer to another school.Coach Josh Pastner said Simpkins’ departure was a mutual decision.“We