Former MSU standout Moultrie won’t play in 76ers summer league

Former Mississippi State University forward Arnett Moultrie already has suffered his first professional setback before getting a chance to suit up for his new team.

MSU volleyball will play stronger schedule in 2012

STARKVILLE — Jenny Hazelwood has assembled a challenging 2012 schedule for one reason: RPI.

In college volleyball, the Ratings Percentage Index is a crucial element used to rank schools and to determine at-large selections for the NCAA tournament. Hazelwood, who was a setter at MSU, is determined to make sure the program continues to improve.

Reports: Hood will transfer to Duke

Multiple reports have former Mississippi State University guard Rodney Hood heading to Duke University.

ESPN.com and Fox Sports reported Saturday evening the former Gatorade Player of the Year in the state of Mississippi has decided to transfer to the Atlantic Coast Conference powerhouse coached by Mike Krzyzewski, Division I men’s college basketball’s all-time leader in wins.

Heat draft Moultrie, trade him to 76ers

STARKVILLE — For the first time in 16 years, Mississippi State University produced a first round pick in the 2012 National Basketball Association draft.

Basketball Bulldogs pick up additional commitment

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State University head men’s basketball coach Rick Ray has already started looking to the 2014 recruiting class.

BLAISE-ING A TRAIL: Former Heritage Academy star enjoying start to pro career

Brett Blaise has not let the fact he has been overlooked his entire career deny his dream of being a professional baseball player.

Football Bulldogs lose pair of players

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State University officials confirmed Wednesday two members of the 2012 football recruiting class will not be on the fall roster.

Moultrie eagerly ancitipates his name being called at the NBA Draft

STARKVILLE — The middle of the first round of the 2012 National Basketball Association draft is where the curious case of Arnett Moultrie will begin.

Bulldogs need new football opponent in 2013

STARKVILLE — The first ever matchup between Mississippi State University and Mississippi Valley State University on the football field will not happen in 2013. MSU

Griffin chosen as new track and field coach at Starkville High

STARKVILLE — Starkville High School wants to dominate in track and field and are convinced they’ve found the man to do that with the hiring of Steven Griffin as its newest boys head coach.

Bulldogs add play-making threat at wide receiver position

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State University added another big target receiver prospect to its 2013 football recruiting class Monday with the verbal commitment of Scott Austin.

Ray addresses early concerns for Bulldog basketball program

STARKVILLE — In his first teleconference as a Division 1 men’s basketball head coach, Rick Ray used the opportunity to be very candid about his upcoming team.

Cox helps places West Point basketball back on the map

WEST POINT — The curious question around West Point High School is with all the traditional talent surrounding the football program, why hasn’t that athletic ability translated the basketball gymnasium.

WARE-ING MANY HATS: Starkville senior paces Yellow Jackets’ squad

STARKVILLE — Gavin Ware took his leadership responsibilities in an incredibly serious manner this season.

Lewis to lead Bulldogs in transitional year

STARKVILLE — Everything around Wendell Lewis has changed.

Bulldogs boast strong APR numbers

STARKVILLE — None of the athletic programs at Mississippi State University will be given warnings or sanctions due to the NCAA’s Academic Progress Report numbers released Wednesday.

Burroughs eager for challenge at Northwestern State University

STARKVILLE — Lane Burroughs has agreed to join a very exclusive and successful club.

MSU, Loyola close to finalizing 50-year reunion on the basketball court

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State University and the University of Loyola at Chicago are in discussions to play a 50th anniversary game of the historic 1963 NCAA second-round tournament game.

Starkville High’s Myles picks MSU

STARKVILLE — The Mississippi State University football program didn’t have to go very far to receive its eighth verbal commitment of the 2013 recruiting class.

Starkville High School athlete Gabe Myles committed Tuesday morning to MSU to give the Bulldogs their fourth verbal pledge in as many days.

Moore, Woods commit to MSU

STARKVILLE — The streak of verbal commitments continued Tuesday for the Mississippi State University football program.

Kailo Moore, the Magnolia State’s top rated running back according to numerous recruiting services, committed to the Bulldogs. The commitments of Pinson Clay-Chalkville (Ala.) High wide receiver DeAndre Woods and Starkville High athlete Gabe Myles give MSU 10 commitments for the 2013 season.