Articles by Scott Walters
Youth movement pays dividends for MSU vs. Ole Miss
OXFORD — Mississippi State men’s basketball coach Ben Howland is well aware of the youth movement going on with his basketball team.
Lady Falcons wrap up region title; Falcons fall
TUPELO — Typically basketball coaches go to their bench looking for a spark and an increase in tempo.
MSU softball team comes in at No. 24 in preseason poll
STARKVILLE
When Mississippi State’s best postseason run in softball history came to an end a year ago, coach Vann Stuedeman was ready to flip the calendar to the next year.
Outlaw, Starkville girls riding winning streak
STARKVILLE — As the calendar inches toward February, the Starkville High School girls basketball team find itself in familiar territory.
The Lady Jackets (15-3) have won 11-straight games and are two wins shy of another undefeated run through Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) Class 6A, Region 3 play.
No. 22 MSU earns big home victory against No. 16 Auburn
STARKVILLE — With the No. 22 Mississippi State and No. 16 Auburn men’s basketball teams trading baskets Saturday night, the Bulldogs found another component of their game.
MSU baseball team has stability with Lemonis
STARKVILLE — This season is all about stability for Mississippi State senior outfielder Elijah MacNamee.
Construction at Dudy Noble Field meant last season’s squad couldn’t practice in its ballpark. Once the season started, a coaching change three games into the campaign muddied the waters even more.
Borges, No. 3 MSU men’s tennis team set for ‘one last ride’
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State senior tennis player Nuno Borges calls it “one last ride.”
Senior teammate Trevor Forshey sums it up as “the last chance.”
The W women rout Judson College to improve to 14-5
After three minutes of not scoring to start the second half, Mississippi University for Women women’s basketball coach Howard White Jr. called a timeout.
Williams eager to trend Aberdeen football program in right direction
Alex Williams wants to bring a state championship mentality to Aberdeen High School.
No. 22 MSU men look for rare road win at No. 8 Kentucky
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State men’s basketball coach Ben Howland knows the challenge will be great when his No. 22 Bulldogs face No. 8 Kentucky at 6 tonight in Southeastern Conference play at Rupp Arena.
Dominating defense sends Heritage Academy past Starkville Academy in boys’ basketball
STARKVILLE — Heritage Academy junior basketball player Eli Acker had a quick answer to the question Friday night.
Starkville Academy girls use 3-point shooting to put away Heritage Academy
STARKVILLE — Starkville Academy senior Mary Peyton Passons does not need a roster to know how many seniors are on her basketball team.
No. 24 MSU men look for first conference win against Florida
STARKVILLE — While recent times have been tough for the Mississippi State men’s basketball team, players and coaches alike think the best is yet to come.
Players of Week: Starkville High celebrates soccer victory over Madison Central
STARKVILLE — For the Starkville High School boys’ soccer team, the mountain climb has been steep and long.
Parr, Hackman lead New Hope boys past Noxubee County
New Hope High School eighth-grader LJ Hackman has been preparing for this moment for some time.
Cook’s versatility helps Yellow Jackets shine
STARKVILLE — When the season began, Starkville High School boys basketball coach Greg Carter wasn’t sure where his team would get the majority of its scoring.
Walters column: New Year’s wishes for the local sports community
Well the last Christmas gifts have been returned and the holiday music channels have returned to regular programming.
Starkville High girls find footing after big win
Under the direction of coach Kristie Williams, the Starkville High School girls basketball team has become one of the elite programs in Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) Class 6A play.
No. 7 MSU women turn focus to SEC play
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State women’s basketball coach Vic Schaefer understands what a Southeastern Conference championship team looks like.
Scott shows offensive side in big win for No. 8 MSU
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State women’s basketball coach Vic Schaefer wanted toughness and a physical presence on the court when he signed Bre’Amber Scott.