Articles by Matthew Stevens
Satisfying senior send-off for MSU softball
STARKVILLE — Asked if she wanted the ball in her final game at Mississippi State, Alison Owen was emphatic.
“Of course,” Owen said. “I always want the ball.”
Bulldogs drop series finale to Aggies
STARKVILLE — The series finale blues continued for Mississippi State.
MSU-Texas A&M baseball series opener halted by rain
STARKVILLE — The Mississippi State offense brought its week-long momentum from Columbia, Mo., through Pearl and to Dudy Noble Field Thursday night.
Brown could pitch for MSU vs. Texas A&M
STARKVILLE — The Mississippi State baseball coaches are encouraged by the news they’re getting about Preston Brown and believe he could return for the stretch run to the team’s season.
MSU coach John Cohen said Brown (3-1, 1.95 ERA), who hasn’t pitched since March 29 due to shoulder soreness, could pitch Saturday against Texas A&M in Game 3 of the three-game Southeastern Conference series at Dudy Noble Field.
Stansbury not interested in USM job
STARKVILLE — Rick Stansbury has heard and seen the reports he is a candidate for the job of men’s basketball coach at Southern Mississippi. The former MSU men’s basketball coach told The Dispatch on Wednesday he won’t pursue the opening in Hattiesburg.
The Dispatch reported earlier Wednesday that multiple sources close to the situation said Stansbury wasn’t involved in the search at Southern Mississippi.
Rea, Collins power MSU past Ole Miss
PEARL — John Cohen loves to talk about how the game of baseball can be unfortunate to a player or a team.
Cohen hopes the emergence of Gavin Collins and possible slump-busting hit by Wes Rea will help bring good fortune to his Mississippi State baseball team. Collins and Rea had two-run hits Tuesday to lead No. 20 MSU to a 5-3 victory against No. 16 Ole Miss in the Governors Cup game before a crowd of 8,496 at Trustmark Park.
MSU hasn’t named starting pitcher for Ole Miss tonight
STARKVILLE — The starting pitcher for the No. 20 Mississippi State baseball team’s game at 6:35 tonight against No. 16 Ole Miss in the Governors Cup matchup at Trustmark Park remains a mystery.
Report: NCAA won’t punish MSU in relation to Davis investigation
STARKVILLE — According to a national report, the Mississippi State football program won’t be disciplined after an investigation involving former Alabama player Luther Davis.
More younger pitchers having Tommy John surgery
At one time, the surgical procedure known as “Tommy John” surgery was a rarity.
Cohen’s Bulldogs make first conference road trip to Missouri
STARKVILLE — John Cohen sees the job his former boss at Missouri is doing with a unique perspective. He’s lived it.
Bulldogs make changes in the baseball clubhouse
STARKVILLE –Mississippi State baseball wants a clean slate before the final part of the regular season. And that includes being clean shaven.
Ole Miss pounds MSU to take series
STARKVILLE — The Ole Miss baseball team didn’t let a collapse Saturday turn into a series loss.
Determined not to compound its mistakes from the extra-inning loss, No. 19 Ole Miss pounded 20 hits Sunday en route to a 12-2 victory against No. 17 Mississippi State before a crowd of 10,371 at Dudy Noble Field.
Bulldogs tame Rebels with incredible 10th-inning comeback
STARKVILLE — Gavin Collins’ mother, Shannon, just couldn’t contain her joy. And who could blame her?
Mullen delivers fun, Maroon squad delivers win
STARKVILLE –Dan Mullen summarized the 2014 Maroon-White spring football game in four words.
MSU will go with Mitchell in opener vs. Ole Miss
STARKVILLE — In a game dominated by statistics and analysis, Mississippi State baseball coach John Cohen is turning to his artist on the mound.
Cox has found fit at safety for Bulldogs
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State defensive coordinator Geoff Collins has gotten to the point he doesn’t have to yell out the coverage, blitzes or scheme to safety Justin Cox.
All Collins has to do is remind Cox when he’s allowed to play with reckless abandon.
MSU, adidas sign seven-year, $17.5M extension
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State and adidas announced Thursday they have extended their partnership and unveiled new uniforms for the school’s football and baseball programs.
MSU trying to bolster pass rush
STARKVILLE — The Mississippi State football team has talked in the past few offseasons about beefing up its pass rush.
And while the Bulldogs haven’t been able to deliver the consistent pressure on the quarterback coach Dan Mullen wants, they hope a decision to add size and length to the defensive line will help produce results.
MSU likely will be without Brown vs. Ole Miss
STARKVILLE — The No. 17 Mississippi State baseball team is preparing for another weekend without sophomore right-hander Preston Brown.
Edens leads MSU golf team at Old Waverly
WEST POINT — Barrett Edens and the Mississippi State men’s golf team needed something special to happen Tuesday at the Old Waverly Country Club.