Golden Triangle talent ready to shine in Cotton States Baseball League in New Albany
One team in the wood bat summer league features 11 local players and is coached by former Columbus High School coach Jeffrey Cook. Cook said the league is a way for incoming and current college players to face talented competition and for uncommitted players to earn college looks.
‘We didn’t think it was real’: Inside the final 48 hours of Mississippi State’s baseball season
The Bulldogs were taking care of Texas Tech in Biloxi when they found out a promising season was about to come to an end.
Heritage Academy baseball coach Justin Flake hired at Choctaw County
Flake and the Patriots won the MAIS Class 3A championship over Wayne Academy in May 2019.
Analysis: Who wins and who loses for Mississippi State with a shortened MLB draft?
While the final details of the 2020 draft continue to be ironed out, it’s worth looking at how the decision affects the Bulldogs.
Caledonia Middle School baseball team gives back with letters to local hospital, assisted living facility
“We just thought it would be a nice thing to do: give these people some hope and happiness and put a smile on their face,” eighth grader Shep Donald said.
Virtual tours could be next on the horizon as MUW’s recruiting efforts take new shape
A planned video tour that will show high school players the Owls’ campus is one of the tools The W has at its disposal amid recruiting restrictions caused by the coronavirus.
Complications surround potential fall college baseball season
STARKVILLE — For as much as Mississippi State baseball coach Chris Lemonis misses the smoky grills and smells of cooked meat emanating from the outfield at Dudy Noble Field, the only tailgating he hopes fans enjoy this fall is preparing to watch the Bulldogs’ football team.
Greg Owen hired to replace Dr. Cheyenne Trussell as new Starkville athletic director
Owen will take over for Trussell, who is leaving to take the same position at the Meridian Public School District, on July 1.
With season on hold due to virus, New Hope baseball team gives coach Lee Boyd surprise birthday parade
“I have a lot of memories with baseball and the guys that I’ve coached over the years, but that’ll be definitely something I’ll never forget,” the 11th-year head coach said.
‘It’s not ideal, but it’s kind of what we’re dealing with’: How former Mississippi State players, now minor leaguers, are dealing with the delayed season
STARKVILLE — As former Mississippi State catcher Dustin Skelton sat at a Marriott in Jupiter, Florida, an ominous tone fell over the room.
Former Mississippi State baseball star Jake Mangum announces new podcast
The Jake Mangum Show will focus on “current events, all sports, life and everything in between,” Mangum tweeted Sunday evening.
MHSAA extends suspension of sports through April 17 in accordance with school closures
The MHSAA also canceled its state archery, choir and band championships and canceled spring football practice for the remainder of the school year.
Mississippi State to refund baseball tickets
STARKVILLE — The Mississippi State Athletic department rolled out a system Tuesday to reimburse ticket holders for baseball games that were canceled due to COVID-19 concerns.
Mississippi State baseball’s Spencer Price, softball’s Mia Davidson earn SEC weekly awards
Price was named the SEC pitcher of the week Monday, and Davidson was named SEC co-player of the week Tuesday.
Prep baseball roundup: Blayze Berry’s gem leads Heritage Academy to shutout of George County
The Mississippi State signee struck out 10 batters in 6⅔ scoreless innings as the Patriots improved to 11-1 on the season.
NCAA will extend eligibility for athletes in spring sports
For Mississippi State, the decision will affect the baseball, softball, men’s and women’s tennis, men’s and women’s golf and outdoor track and field teams.
Conference USA suspends all spring sports
Southern Miss, a member of the conference, will not play in any spring sports until further notice.
Prep baseball roundup: Seth Harris throws one-hitter as Heritage Academy blanks Pass Christian
The EMCC signee struck out four batters over his seven innings pitched. He also led the team with three hits and two RBIs at the plate.
For Mississippi high school sports, it’s still business as usual as MHSAA monitors coronavirus
Five local high school baseball teams played in five different locations in Mississippi and Alabama on Thursday as no determination has yet been made on limiting attendance or cancelling athletic events.
MACJC suspends all athletics through March 30
With the move, East Mississippi Community