The Memphis Rockers were a professional

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based in

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from 1990-1991. The team played its inaugural seasons in the

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before folding.

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played for the team before becoming an

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All-Star. Other notable players:

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, and Joe Dawson. The Rockers played their home games at the

Mid-South Coliseum Mid-South Coliseum is an indoor arena in Memphis, Tennessee. The facility was opened in 1964, and became known “The Entertainment Capitol of the Mid-South” due its significance in hosting events such as concerts, sports games and professio ...

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