Articles by Alex Murphy
Cavaliers win MHSAA Class 4A semifinal rematch against New Albany
Revenge was certainly on the Bulldogs’ mind as they commanded early, but the Cavaliers pulled things out at home, an impressive four-set win to get back on track, 20-25, 25-23, 25-20, 25-19.
A pair of Starkville seniors commit to Northeast Mississippi CC baseball
Starkville seniors Kieran Coleman and Otto Hyche both committed to Northeast Mississippi Community College in recent days, two impact players for the Yellow Jackets heading into the 2024 season.
Second annual Dawg Daze Open is another ace
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State’s Wise Center was a happening place to be on Saturday as nearly 100 disc golfers descended upon Starkville for the second
Lions have high expectations heading into 2023 season
SCOOBA — Many junior college football fans probably discounted East Mississippi Community College’s 2022 season, one that was uncharacteristic for the Lions in a number
Bulldogs draw with Arizona State to conclude season-opening road trip
Despite dominating in shots, shots on goal and corner kicks, the Bulldogs drew against the Sun Devils, 0-0, concluding their season-opening West Coast swing with four points in two matches.
QB battle persists as EMCC heads into 2023 season
SCOOBA — The big question surrounding East Mississippi Community College football heading into the 2022 season was the competition at quarterback. Peter Parrish won the
Prep roundup: Starkville Academy improves to 2-0
Starkville Academy has continued its hot start with a 39-20 win on Thursday night over Escambia Academy (Ala.) in Petal.
Columbus Christian Academy shut out in return to 11-man football
Columbus Christian Academy football returned for the 2023 season on Friday night, but the Rams fell short at home, getting shut out by Benton Academy, 28-0.
New Hope storms back from first set loss for four-set win over Caledonia
An electric battle as usual between local rivals Caledonia and New Hope swayed the way of the Trojans, who rattled off three-straight set wins after a first set loss to win in four sets on Thursday night.
Arnett discusses key position battles heading into weekend scrimmage
Mississippi State football head coach Zach Arnett spoke with the media following Thursday’s practice to preview Saturday’s second scrimmage of the fall as well as the transition from just football to the start of the academic year.
Notebook: White named to Hermann Trophy Watch List
Mississippi State women’s soccer began its 2023 season on Thursday evening, defeating Grand Canyon, 2-1.
Veteran coach Bassoff to lead Owls women’s soccer program
Mississippi University for Women women’s soccer announced Thursday the hire of interim head coach Aron Bassoff.
Bulldogs release television schedule for 2023 season
Mississippi State volleyball announced a list of dates and times of when the Bulldogs will be playing on television during the 2023 season. MSU will appear five times on the SEC Network this season, including three home matches at the Newell-Grissom Building.
Lideatrick ‘Tulu’ Griffin named an ESPN preseason All-American
Mississippi State wide receiver/return specialist Lideatrick “Tulu” Griffin was named a preseason All-American by ESPN on Friday.
Rogers named one of ESPN’s Top 100 college football players for 2023
ESPN released its ranking of the top 100 college football players for the 2023 season, and Mississippi State starting quarterback Will Rogers came in at No. 36.
Bulldogs set to play Tulane in Holiday Hoopsgiving in Atlanta
Mississippi State men’s basketball added another game to its non-conference schedule for the 2023-24 season, as the program announced Tuesday they are one of the four teams playing in Holiday Hoopsgiving in Atlanta.
Bulldogs’ 2023 televised game schedule announced
Mississippi State will play three times on the ESPN family of networks in 2023, starting with a 6 p.m. Oct. 6 match against Ole Miss on ESPNU. Additionally, the SEC released its preseason watch list of players, 72 in total, and the Bulldogs had five representatives overall.
Prep capsules: Columbus Christian returns to 11-man football
STEENS — It’s been a long time since Columbus Christian played 11-man football, but on Friday, it returns to Steens. A move up to Midsouth
Mississippi State debuts 1998 throwback uniforms
The Bulldogs unveiled new throwback uniforms Tuesday morning on social media, a tribute to the 1998 Southeastern Conference West Division championship, the only one in school history.
Notebook: Mele excited, encouraged by special teams units in fall camp
STARKVILLE — The Australian influence on college football has been well-documented in recent years. Mississippi State football has it’s own down-under import this year in
