Rough week for MSU hoops continues with road losses in Big 12 country
MSU’s men’s and women’s basketball teams hit the road for their first extended trips this season, traveling to Kansas City, Mo., and Lubbock, Tex., respectively, for early season nonconference tests. While the women held their own in a true road environment, the men struggled mightily in neutral site contests.
Outdoors Column: Colorado tale brings back experiences in a flash
Two traveling elk hunters came to the end of their trail this past September in Colorado when a late summer thunderstorm overtook them. Sometimes, there’s just nothing you can do. It reminded me of a hunt I was on myself some years ago.
Glenn hauls in game winner as Tigers knock off Chargers late, 34-33
As the worrisome cheers from Noxubee County’s fans reigned down from the stands on to the field at Tiger Stadium, receiver Christon Glenn sprinted out of the huddle and got into position on the perimeter, only checking with the referee to make sure he was lined up. He then turned his eyes forward 14 yards to get a glimpse of the end zone.
West Point, Noxubee County prepping for playoff clashes one game away from semifinals
West Point and Noxubee County are all that remain for area schools in the MHSAA playoffs after a climatic series of games last week as both teams continue their chase to play for another state championship.
Lane Kiffin peppered with coaching job questions on SEC teleconference call
In case you didn’t know, Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin is a hot commodity in college coaching circles at the moment. Reportedly being courted by both LSU and Florida, the sixth-year Rebels head coach is currently overseeing a 10-1 team ranked No. 6 in the nation and is on the verge of making its first College Football Playoff appearance. Kiffin, who has always declined to comment on job speculation and contract talks, was asked several related questions on Wednesday’s SEC teleconference call. Here are a few highlights of what he said.
Jovanovic becomes first Bulldog since 2019 to advance to Elite 8 in singles
Mississippi State tennis saw a mix of results at the NCAA Championships on Thursday, highlighted by Petar Jovanovic’s advance to the Elite Eight in the men’s singles competition, and advance to the Round of 16 in the men’s doubles alongside partner Benito Sanchez Martinez.
‘We can’t stop the run’: Bulldogs burned by big gains on the ground
By the end of Week Six in College Station, Tex., Mississippi State looked to be in decent shape defensively despite back-to-back losses. The Aggies, and the Vols the week before, were both able to put up more than 30 points offensively, but the Bulldogs had continued a bend, not break style of defense that had helped them start 4-0 with a ranked win over Arizona State, and kept them in each of the opening SEC contests.
The SEC move to 9-game conference slate puts cupcake games on notice amid coach concerns
While competition heats up in the final weeks of the college football season, a handful of SEC teams are getting their annual gift: a late-season cupcake before rivalry week and the postseason.
MSU throttled by Wildcats in Hall of Fame Classic
KANSAS CITY, M.O. – Mississippi State men’s basketball has faced two Big 12 opponents through four games this regular season, and has suffered mightily to
Bulldogs squander early advantage in Lubbock, suffer first loss of 25-26 season
LUBBOCK, Tex. – Mississippi State women’s basketball suffered its first loss of the season on Thursday, failing to capitalize on a 31-point first quarter by
Ole Miss men’s basketball secures fifth-straight win
Ole Miss men’s basketball defended its home court, as it beat Austin Peay 72-65 to secure its fifth-straight win to begin the season on Tuesday night at the SJB Pavilion.
How the heck did everyone miss Ahmad Hardy from Oma, Mississippi?
Mississippi football history is rich with legendary players who were lightly recruited out of high school but went on to become among the most productive college and professional players on the planet.
McMahon and Iwuala have double-doubles, Ole Miss women beat Memphis 73-64 in OT
Cotie McMahon had 19 points and 12 rebounds, Christeen Iwuala added 15 points and 14 rebounds and No. 13 Ole Miss rallied from a 13-point deficit and beat Memphis 73-64 in overtime on Tuesday night.
‘Work in Progress’ Bulldogs face second Big 12 test in K State
Mississippi State head coach Chris Jans didn’t hide his frustration on the Hailstate radio broadcast after a 96-80 loss to Iowa State last week. After climbing the steps of the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, he spoke at length about the lessons that needed to be learned from the humbling loss.
Lebby stands by Shapen heading into Egg Bowl week
Mississippi State head coach Jeff Lebby has managed to avoid a full-on quarterback controversy in recent weeks, handling boos and criticism toward starter Blake Shapen amid the rise of true freshman Kamario Taylor, whose emergency appearances against Arkansas and Georgia yielded five touchdowns.
Starkville’s boys basketball team grabs win over reigning 3-time Bama champion Hoover
Starkville’s basketball teams kept their win streaks alive last week as each squad added two more victories, including the boys win over a reigning three-time state champion team from Alabama, and many other area teams added some wins and losses. In soccer, Caledonia’s girls team had its seven-game win streak snapped.
Ole Miss moves up to No. 6 in latest CFP rankings
Ole Miss is ranked No. 6 in the latest College Football Playoff rankings released Tuesday night.
Purcell, Bulldogs look to continue positive start at Texas Tech
Mississippi State women’s basketball is off to another winning start in the 2025-26 season. Head coach Sam Purcell’s group started 4-0 for the third straight season, wrapping up a dominant win over Jackson State last week at the end of a four-game home stretch.
Five Bulldogs compete at NCAA singles, doubles championships in Orlando
Mississippi State tennis has five players competing in the NCAA Singles and Doubles championships in Orlando, Fla., this week.
Suspect in murder of Oakland coach from ‘Last Chance U’ makes first court appearance
The 27-year-old man charged with shooting the widely beloved and former Oakland community college football coach John Beam made an initial court appearance Tuesday and will continue to be held without bail.
Pedestrian in critical condition after being hit near Propst Park
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