Fireworks expected as Green Wave battle high-flying Jags for trip to state title game
Before West Point embarked on its current run to try and claim its 14th state championship in program history, it had to win its 13th
Trip to state title game on the line as Noxubee County visits Winona
It’s been a rejuvenating week of practice for the Noxubee County Tigers, who are riding high with new and fiery ambition after ending Choctaw County’s
Behind Enemy Lines: Q&A with Ole Miss beat writer Michael Katz
Mississippi State hosts No. 6 Ole Miss for its final home game of the 2025 season, with both Egg Bowl bragging rights and bowl eligibility on the line for the 5-6 Bulldogs. To preview the matchup and gather an understanding of MSU’s opponent, The Dispatch exchanged questions with Michael Katz, a beat writer covering Ole Miss for the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal.
Q&A with Mississippi State beat writer Colin Damms
The Daily Journal caught up with Mississippi State beat writer Colin Damms of The Dispatch to see what he considers the keys to the Ole Miss-Mississippi State matchup.
Owls’ soccer gets down to business with 11 Academic All-District selections
The W soccer teams have had a total of 11 individuals honored on the 2025 Academic All-District Soccer Team for their respective genders, including four who hail from the Golden Triangle. In all, six Owls’ men’s soccer players were recognized, as well as five from the women’s squad.
Starkville girls keep winning, cruise past Pontotoc
Starkville’s basketball teams and West Point’s boys squad all have kept their undefeated streaks alive through the beginning of the basketball seasons, which has not been kind to some teams like Starkville Academy’s girls and New Hope’s boys.
What to watch for: Mississippi State vs. No. 6 Ole Miss
Mississippi State’s 2025 season is drawing to a close with the 122nd edition of the Egg Bowl. The Bulldogs (5-6, 1-6 SEC) face College Football Playoff hopefuls, No. 6 Ole Miss, in need of just one more win to attain bowl eligibility.
Bulldogs wary of dual threat in Ole Miss backfield
The Battle for the Golden Egg returns to Starkville on Black Friday, marking the 122nd meeting between rivals Mississippi State and Ole Miss on the gridiron.
Three keys to victory for MSU over Ole Miss in the Egg Bowl
Mississippi State faces one of its toughest opponents of the year on Black Friday, and an opponent that is all too familiar among members of Bulldog nation. MSU (5-6, 1-6 SEC) faces No. 6 Ole Miss in the 122nd edition of the Egg Bowl rivalry. Here are three keys to victory for the Bulldogs in the Battle for the Golden Egg.
UConn’s narrow victory keeps Huskies No. 1 in women’s AP Top 25, South Carolina, UCLA and Texas next
UConn passed its first test of the season to remain No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 women’s basketball poll on Monday.
UAB player charged with attempted murder in stabbing of 2 teammates
A University of Alabama at Birmingham football player is facing charges of attempted murder and assault, accused of stabbing two teammates hours before a UAB home game last weekend, court documents showed Monday.
An inside look at Noxubee County’s gutsy win over Choctaw County
When the final seconds ticked down to zero, Noxubee County raced onto the field to begin its cheerful celebration of its last-minute 34-33 victory over Choctaw County on Friday in the third round of the Class 3A playoffs.
Lane Kiffin mum on future as Ole Miss preps for Egg Bowl
As if the week of the Egg Bowl needed any additional drama, Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin has given the historic rivalry an extra layer of intrigue in 2025.
Raiders’ championship dreams dashed by Winston Academy in shutout loss
Playing on a warm Saturday morning at Mississippi College’s Robinson-Hale Stadium, Winston Academy leaned on its defense and a second-half surge to defeat Oak Hill Academy 20-0 in the MAIS Class 2A Division II state championship.
Ali and Hubbard heroics help lift MSU to overtime win over New Orleans
STARKVILLE – Mississippi State forward Amier Ali had only made two shots in three games of his career as a Bulldog when he checked into
Rapid Recap: Mississippi State 81, New Orleans 78 OT
STARKVILLE – Things nearly went from bad to worse for Mississippi State basketball on Monday. The Bulldogs (3-3) were at risk of the program’s worst
Raiders’ championship dreams dashed by Winston Academy in shutout loss
CLINTON— Playing on a warm Saturday morning at Mississippi College’s Robinson-Hale Stadium, Winston Academy leaned on its defense and a second-half surge to defeat Oak
Patriots’ title bid falls short in shutout loss to Parklane
Parklane Academy took command from the opening possession and never allowed Heritage to recover. With a steady night from senior quarterback Braxton Hughes and a defense that consistently flipped field position, the Pioneers claimed the MAIS Class 4A Division II state championship with a 42-0 win over Heritage Academy on Friday.
Florida or LSU? Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin’s coaching decision will be revealed after the Egg Bowl
OXFORD, Miss. — Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin will announce his next move — likely Florida or LSU — after the Egg Bowl against Mississippi
Starkville girls demolish Tupelo in state title rematch
Starkville got its revenge – and then some.
