No. 25 MSU posts biggest victory against Arkansas

STARKVILLE — The onslaught began in earnest early in the third quarter.

Dantzler adjusting as key member of secondary

STARKVILLE — Cameron Dantzler made a name for himself in as an offensive threat.

Jones producing up front for Bulldogs

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State defensive coordinator Bob Shoop’s mind was in a lot of places in April when he was learning personnel and installing his system.

Howland adds trio of hard workers to Bulldogs

STARKVILLE — Ben Howland two priorities in recruiting his Class of 2019: perimeter help and hard workers. He found three that fit the bill.

Bulldogs looking for creative ways to use Hill

STARKVILLE — In the winter months between Joe Moorhead’s introduction as Mississippi State’s head football coach and the installation of his system in the ensuing spring, players were left to do their own research. The numbers showed running backs were used as pass catchers more than most, but the exact usage remained to be determined.

Starkville prepares for battle with No. 1 Horn Lake

STARKVILLE — Near the end of a normal Monday practice at Starkville High School, both sidelines are going crazy as if the stands are full and a game is on the line. On this particular rep, the offense scores one the defense in a short-yardage situation; quarterbacks coach Clay Moore took his celebration all the way to the end zone, just to flaunt it in front of defensive coordinator Kevie Thompson. Behind the original line of scrimmage, offensive line coach William Stewart is partaking in his own trash talk.

Experience dictates why MSU doesn’t operate under center

STARKVILLE — Joe Moorhead still remembers the details of Nov. 9, 2013.

MSU has issues with clap cadence on road

STARKVILLE — The No. 25 Mississippi State football team has had issues with its snap count when it has played on the road.

Q Weatherspoon leads No. 18 MSU past Hartford

STARKVILLE — The opening minutes of the No. 18 Mississippi State men’s basketball team’s game against Hartford on Sunday had a discernible rhythm.

Gay Jr. has best game of career in loss to No. 1 Alabama

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Prior to Saturday, the Mississippi State football team’s defense started every game with a shot of energy waiting on the sidelines.

Holman provides spark in second half for MSU men

STARKVILLE — Aric Holman sensed his team needed a spark.

The No. 18 Mississippi State men’s basketball team didn’t care for Hartford scoring six of the first half’s final nine points to cut its halftime edge to 14 points.

Cohen contacts SEC about Saturday officiating

Mississippi State Director of Athletics John Cohen told The Dispatch he has been in contact with the Southeastern Conference offices regarding the officiating from MSU’s 24-0 loss to Alabama Saturday.

No. 18 MSU far from perfect against No. 1 Alabama

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The No. 1 Alabama football team has earned the mystique it puts on opponents.

MSU uses new plan on defense without Cole

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The No. 18 Mississippi State football team already was without its starting nickel defensive back, Brian Cole.

Starkville powers past South Panola

STARKVILLE — Chris Jones left the sideline at halftime Friday with a 14-7 lead and a vision of what had to happen next.

Anagnost, MSU will have to find answers after season-ending loss

STARKVILLE — Tom Anagnost is going to need some time to find the answers.

Mississippi State’s women’s soccer coach wasn’t 100 percent certain how only seven of his team’s 28 shots were on goal against Lipscomb in the first round of the NCAA tournament.

Howland hopes ‘gauntlet’ will prepare MSU men

STARKVILLE — The Mississippi State men’s basketball team went into Southeastern Conference play last year with little margin for error.

No. 1 Alabama uses quick start to blank No. 18 MSU

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Tua Tagovailoa evaded pressure and scampered up the middle for 4 yards on the first play.

MSU dominates but falls to Lipscomb in 2OT in NCAA tournament

STARKVILLE — The first NCAA tournament appearance in Mississippi State women’s soccer history ended in tears.

Play on special teams helped Murphy gain confidence

STARKVILLE — Marcus Murphy sacrificed to have a chance to play even a limited role as a freshman for the Mississippi State football team.