Jarvis Greer

Sports Director

Memphis, TN

Jarvis Greer celebrated his 40th anniversary at WMC Action News 5 in April 2019.

The Memphis native has done it all en route to becoming sports director at 1960 Union Ave.

Jarvis is an Emmy Award-winning journalist. He's also won Memphis Magazine's "Best of Memphis" award three times.

Jarvis is a graduate of the University of Memphis with a degree in communication/fine arts. He and his wife, Emily, have two children, J.J. and McKenzie.

You can catch him on WMC Action News 5 weekdays at 6 and 10 p.m.

Recent Articles by Jarvis

Grizzlies players shine at FIBA World Cup in Japan

Several Memphis Grizzlies players are starring for their home countries in the FIBA World Cup in Japan.

Jarvis Greer

Published September 4, 2019 at 7:15 AM

Redbirds continue push toward playoffs, beat New Orleans

The Memphis Redbirds doing their best to return to the PCL Playoffs, walloping New Orleans on the road 11-3.

Jarvis Greer

Published August 29, 2019 at 7:10 AM

Grizzlies may look to Notre Dame for coaching help

New Memphis Grizzlies Head Coach Taylor Jenkins could be making an interesting choice as he looks to add to his staff.

Jarvis Greer

Published August 1, 2019 at 7:10 AM

The Memphis Grizzlies added a long-range shooter to the mix.

Jarvis Greer

Published July 31, 2019 at 7:09 AM

Jon Rahm leads after first round of WGC FedEx St. Jude Invitational

A fantastic day on the course Thursday for the top tournament ever to play in Memphis. The World Golf Championships-FedEx St. Jude Invitational opens its inaugural round in the Bluff City with just about all the heavy hitters on the planet.

Jarvis Greer

Published July 26, 2019 at 7:36 AM

University of Memphis receives $13M donation

The University of Memphis announced a $13 million commitment that will help support athletics.

Jarvis Greer

Published July 25, 2019 at 7:46 AM

British Open champ pulls out of WGC in Memphis

The show will go on without defending British Open champion Shane Lowry in Memphis this week.

Jarvis Greer

Published July 24, 2019 at 7:03 AM

McIlroy commits to WGC FedEx St. Jude Invitational

One more big name committed to next week’s World Golf Championships FedEx St. Jude Invitational in Memphis. Rory McIlroy is set to make his first start in the Bluff City since 2012.

Jarvis Greer

Published July 18, 2019 at 7:20 AM

Grizzlies win NBA Summer League Championship

The Grizzlies made it all the way to the Vegas Summer League Championship final with Clarke leading the way, playing the Minnesota Timberwolves for the Title.

Jarvis Greer

Published July 16, 2019 at 7:03 AM

Allen ejected as Grizzlies drop summer league game to Celtics

After cruising through most of its competition so far in Summer League Play, both in Salt Lake City and Las Vegas, the Memphis Grizzlies took a knockout blow from the Boston Celtics in a battle of unbeatens to end pool play in Sin City.

Jarvis Greer

Published July 12, 2019 at 7:27 AM

More top-tier golfers commit to WGC Fed Ex St. Jude Invitational

The best players in golf continue to sign up for a trip to Memphis as the World Golf Championships FedEx St. Jude Invitational inked two more players Tuesday, both of them ranked in the top 10.

Jarvis Greer

Published July 10, 2019 at 7:43 AM

Grizzlies stay perfect in Summer League with win

The Grizzlies went back to work in the NBA Las Vegas Summer League on Tuesday night, looking to stay perfect against the Suns.

Jarvis Greer

Published July 10, 2019 at 7:30 AM

Grizzlies sign offer sheet for PG Tyus Jones

While most of us were sleeping Sunday night, the Memphis Grizzlies brain trust were at it again on the NBA free agent market with a couple of late night moves signaling the franchise is in full rebuild mode.

Jarvis Greer

Published July 9, 2019 at 6:44 AM

More free agency decisions left for Grizzlies

The Grizzlies still have some decisions to make on players already on the roster. Most prominently, guard Avery Bradley.

Jarvis Greer

Published July 2, 2019 at 11:12 AM

Ja Morant signs NBA contract with Grizzlies

As the wheeling and dealing of NBA free agency zooms around the association, the Memphis Grizzlies celebrate the old fashioned way with the signing of their top draft pick.

Jarvis Greer

Published July 2, 2019 at 11:06 AM

Griz win summer league opener under Jenkins

It’s the coming out party of sorts for new Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins as he leads the team into the first of two NBA Summer League excursions.

Jarvis Greer

Published July 2, 2019 at 11:04 AM

Valanciunas declines option, hoping for long-term deal with Grizz

Memphis Grizzlies Big Man Jonas Valanciunas reportedly wants to stay in Memphis if he gets a long term deal.

Jarvis Greer

Published June 14, 2019 at 6:25 AM

Marc Gasol wins NBA Championship with Raptors

Marc Gasol will always be known as a Memphis Grizzly, but know you can call him something else: NBA champion.

Jarvis Greer

Published June 14, 2019 at 4:37 AM

The Memphis Grizzlies have found their new head coach, according to reports.

Jacob Gallant and Jarvis Greer

Published June 12, 2019 at 4:38 AM

Youth take the wheel in NASCAR K&N series at Memphis International raceway

NASCAR makes its return to Memphis International Raceway this Saturday with the K&N Pro Series Memphis 150 and one young star is making her Memphis debut.

WMCActionNews5.com Staff and Jarvis Greer

Published May 31, 2019 at 5:50 AM

Grizzlies reportedly eyeing Morant for #2 pick

The NBA Draft Lottery went way better than anybody expected for the Memphis Grizzlies. Instead of landing a pick that would’ve had to be conveyed to Boston, the Grizz come out #2 overall.

Jarvis Greer

Published May 16, 2019 at 6:45 AM

Memphis 901 FC was back in action Wednesday night in its first match of U.S. Open Cup Play.

Jarvis Greer

Published May 16, 2019 at 6:44 AM

The Memphis Redbirds were in matinee action Monday against the Nashville Sounds at AutoZone Park.

Jarvis Greer

Published May 14, 2019 at 7:45 AM

Memphis 901 FC hit the road Tuesday in search of offense as it faced its biggest challenge of the season so far.

Jarvis Greer

Published May 1, 2019 at 12:03 AM

The Memphis Redbirds opened a series 4-game series at New Orleans with the Baby Cakes, getting shutout 3-0 and stranding six runners in scoring position.