Articles by Adam Minichino
Greenwood shuts out Noxubee County in second round
GREENWOOD — Kyziah Pruitt stood with his elbows bent and his hands on his hips.
The Noxubee County High School standout was on the left side of the field in front of his team’s bench. The senior athlete gazed across the field where Carldaryl Johnson had just returned an interception 75 yards for a backbreaking score.
Scott hopes to use defense to earn playing time
STARKVILLE — Bre’Amber Scott’s bloody left eye and bruise below it won’t last forever.
Disciplined Carrasco has become fixture for MSU
STARKVILLE — Miranda Carrasco dreamed about playing soccer in the Southeastern Conference for as long as she can remember.
Espinoza-Hunter ready for MSU debut
STARKVILLE — Patty Espinoza-Hunter hopes to be able to rack up some frequent flier miles.
No. 6 MSU has plenty to work on as it prepares for Virginia
STARKVILLE — Vic Schaefer loves watching replays of games to pick up teaching points.
MSU trying to stay relaxed before NCAA tournament debut
STARKVILLE — Don’t be alarmed Friday if you hear Courtney Robicheaux talking to herself.
NCAA grants Espinoza-Hunter immediate eligibility at MSU
The No. 6 Mississippi State women’s basketball team gained valuable depth Wednesday night when the NCAA approved the waiver of sophomore guard Andra Espinoza-Hunter, making her immediately eligible to play this season.
McCowan finds source of motivation in No. 6 MSU’s opener
STARKVILLE — The intensity remains for Teaira McCowan.
Heritage Academy stands two wins from state championship
Sean Harrison believed in July the 2018 Heritage Academy football team had a chance to play for a state championship.
No. 6 MSU shows it wants to push tempo
STARKVILLE — Jazzmun Holmes looked comfortable in her first starring role.
Cohen: Anagnost’s message drives Bulldogs
STARKVILLE
John Cohen has embraced the new age of social media.
In an era where coaches tweet out invitations for potential recruits to visit their campuses, administrators like John Cohen have taken an active role in promoting their schools. As Mississippi State’s Director of Athletics, Cohen is a visible presence at the school’s sporting events. He takes time to talk to fans and to cheer on the Bulldogs while keeping his eyes and ears tuned into ways to enhance the atmosphere at events.
MSU women’s soccer earns first NCAA tournament bid
STARKVILLE — History was made at 3:40 p.m. Monday.
Columbus High’s White has good day vs. Canton
Hannah White had a feeling Saturday was going to be a good day.
MSU hopes Danberry can fill bigger scoring role
STARKVILLE — Fear isn’t an option for Jordan Danberry.
ACCS ends Starkville Academy’s season
STARKVILLE — One more play.
An incompletion on fourth down at the 4-yard line in the first quarter. A pass that was batted down at the goal line in the fourth quarter.
Merkel, Clark excited about chances at The W
D.J. Clark liked the opportunity to be a part of history.
It didn’t matter to Clark that his hometown of Indianola was more than two hours away from the Mississippi University for Women in Columbus.
MSU women’s soccer team’s waiting game will end Monday
STARKVILLE
Tom Anagnost hopes 2018 is the year the West solidifies its standing in the Southeastern Conference.
If that’s the case, the Mississippi State women’s soccer team will make history Monday when the NCAA tournament selection committee announces the 64-team field for the annual showcase.
White Jr. looking for championship qualities at The W
Howard White Jr. can assess a player’s shooting ability, defensive skills, court vision, speed, and quickness.
