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The 2010 College Football Issue is now ONLINE!

July 6, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

The 2010 College Football issue features everything you need to know about the upcoming football season in Mississippi. Previews of the 10 colleges and universities in Mississippi, interviews with Jeff Bower, W.C. Gordon, Dan Mullen, Jerrell Powe. We also have a great Q&A with Super Bowl XLIV MVP Drew Brees, David Armstrong of Southeastscout.com tells us what really goes on these days in recruiting and give us his “Fabulous 15″ top players who to keep an eye on in the MS High School and JUCO ranks. Donell Maxie tells us why Delta State has the top football program in Mississippi.... [Read the full story]

Kaleb Eulls: YAZOO COUNTY’S HOMETOWN HERO

June 10, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

By PAUL JONES, BulldawgJunction.com for MS Sports Magazine Kaleb Eulls has made numerous game saving tackles during his high school football career – but the most important tackle he has made so far was nowhere near the playing field. With offers from Mississippi State, Ole Miss, Georgia, Alabama, LSU and many others, Yazoo County senior Kaleb Eulls definitely received his share of recruiting attention. But the MSU signee received more pub for his efforts off the field, which served of a higher importance. Back on July the Fourth, the talented defensive lineman sent ripples through the recruiting... [Read the full story]

Ted DiBiase: ‘God will take a mess and make it a message’

June 10, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

By NASH NUNNERY With the Heart of David, this WWE superstar has swapped piledrivers for prayer and saving lost souls At first glance, there would appear to be a huge dichotomy between the diverse worlds of professional wrestling and evangelism. After all, Figure Four Leg Locks and Pile Drivers don’t seem to be in harmony with prayer or saving lost souls. Right? Wrong, says Ted DiBiase, Sr. The long-time Clinton resident is qualified to speak on both subjects. He’s a former World Wrestling Entertainment superstar-turned-minister. “As Christians, we are directed by God to influence the... [Read the full story]

SEC

Ole Miss’ Terrico White Staying In NBA Draft

May 5, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

OXFORD, Miss. – Ole Miss sophomore guard Terrico White has decided to hire an agent and remain in this year’s NBA Draft, head coach Andy Kennedy announced Wednesday evening. White ends his Ole Miss career after two seasons. “I was informed today by Terrico and his family that he intends to hire an agent and stay in this year’s draft,” Kennedy said. “They are comfortable with the information that they have received regarding his draft status and therefore will stay in the draft. Terrico is obviously a very talented young man who will always be a part of the Ole Miss Basketball family.” “My... [Read the full story]

Ole Miss’ Nutt, Walls Compete In Successful Charity Golf Tournament

April 30, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

GREENSBORO, Ga. – Ole Miss head coach Houston Nutt and former All-American tight end Wesley Walls combined to shoot 2-over par and earn $10,000 in scholarship donations at the Chick-fil-A Bowl Challenge charity golf tournament Tuesday. The Rebel twosome earned a 10th-place finish at the fourth annual event, hosted at Reynolds Plantation resort outside of Atlanta. Florida State head coach Jimbo Fisher and former Seminoles defensive back Terrell Buckley won the tourney with a seven-under-par 65. Georgia Tech team finished one back at -6, and two-time defending champion South Carolina finished... [Read the full story]

Bulldog’s Coupland named 2nd Team All-SEC for Men’s Tennis

April 30, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

STARKVILLE, Miss. – Mississippi State sophomore George Coupland has been honored by the Southeastern Conference, as he was selected as a member of the second team All-SEC, announced by the league office today. “Very happy for George (Coupland) and he’s been a big part of this team this season,” said head coach Per Nilsson. “He played solid in conference play and picked up some key victories this year, but hopefully this is just a stepping stone for a great career.” Coupland stands 82nd nationally in singles and is 28th in the country in doubles along with teammate Artem Ilyushin. In... [Read the full story]

C-USA

Paul Apyan named First Team All-Conference USA

May 4, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

HATTIESBURG, Miss. – Southern Miss redshirt senior Paul Apyan was named to the Men’s Golf All-Conference USA First Team in a vote by the league’s 11 coaches announced today by the league office in Irving, Texas. It is the first all-conference selection for the Golden Eagles since Justin Elliott was named to the team in 2006, as well as the first first team selection since 2002. Apyan was one of two golfers to participate in at least 10 of 11 tournaments this year. He led the team with a 73.2 stroke average over 30 rounds. The Chattanooga, Tenn. native had one top five finish, four top ten... [Read the full story]

Vollmuth Added to the Golden Spikes Award watch list

May 4, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

HATTIESBURG, Miss. – Southern Miss shortstop B.A. Vollmuth was added to the Golden Spikes Award watch list announced today by USA Baseball officials. Since 1978, USA Baseball has honored the top amateur baseball player in the country with the Golden Spikes Award. The award is sponsored by Major League Baseball and presented each year to the player who best exhibits exceptional on-field ability and exemplary sportsmanship. On Tuesday, June 1, USA Baseball officials will cut the watch list of players to 30 names. The final list of 30 will then be sent to a voting body consisting of select professional... [Read the full story]

USM’s Men’s Basketball to Host Year End Social

May 4, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

HATTIESBURG, Miss. – The Southern Miss men’s basketball team will host a year-end social, Tuesday, May 4, at 7 p.m. in the Touchdown Terrace of M.M. Roberts Stadium. The men’s basketball program would like to thank all of its supporters throughout the year. They will also honor their departing seniors, and look ahead to the 2010-11 men’s basketball season. Coach Larry Eustachy will speak to those in attendance, and the men’s basketball team will be introduced. All fans are welcome, as there is no charge. Southern Miss is coming off a season that saw them finish 20-14 after reaching the... [Read the full story]

SWAC

MVSU Men’s Basketball Signs Two for 2010-2011

April 30, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

The Mississippi Valley State men’s basketball program announces its initial signees for the Class of 2010-2011. Coupled with the signees from last season, MVSU head coach Sean Woods is confident that he has compiled the personnel necessary for a run at a conference title. Falando Jones is a Greenwood native who just finished playing at Mississippi Delta Community College in Moorhead, Mississippi. The 6-foot-4 forward averaged 15.9 points, 6.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.4 steals per game. He shot 72 percent from the free throw line while shooting 47 percent from the field including 33 percent... [Read the full story]

MVSU Announces 2010 Football Schedule

April 8, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

The Mississippi Valley State Department of Athletics releases its 2010 football schedule with a slate that features contests against all the members of the Southwestern Athletic Conference and a non-conference match-up with a tough Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference institution. “The 2010 Delta Devil football season is going to be an electrifying campaign,” said interim director of athletics Donald Sims. “With the caliber of athletes that the SWAC produces and a current infusion of new coaches and new ideas, football fans can expect a season filled with competition and excitement.” The month... [Read the full story]

Eight to be Inducted into MVSU Athletics Hall of Fame

April 7, 2010 · 1 Comment 

Among the greatest honors that can be given to an athlete is to be recognized by their peers. On Saturday, April 10, 2010, eight of Mississippi Valley State University’s former athletes and coaches will be given that honor as they are inducted into the MVSU Hall of Fame. Among the Class of 2009-10 include two former coaches, a baseball standout, a football stalwart and four hardwood legends. The induction ceremony will take place at the H.M. Ivy Cafeteria on MVSU’s campus with the program beginning at 7 p.m. Below is a short sketch on each of the inductees. Harry Breland retired at the start... [Read the full story]

Small Colleges

Winkelman Hired as Majors Women’s Basketball Coach

May 5, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

JACKSON – Millsaps College athletic director Tim Wise announced today the hiring of Chuck Winkelman as the head coach for the women’s basketball program. Winkelman brings over 25 years of head coaching experience to Millsaps College where he will take over the reins of the women’s basketball team as the tenth coach in program history. “We are pleased to have Chuck leading our women’s basketball program” Wise said. “With Chuck, comes experience at the Division III level and someone who adheres to the direct philosophy of Division III athletics with outstanding success.” Millsaps,... [Read the full story]

Galatas Named SCAC Men’s Track and Field Athlete-of-the-Year

April 30, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

CONWAY, Ark. – Junior Michael Galatas was named 2010 SCAC Men’s Track and Field Athlete-of-the-Year for his outstanding efforts at the SCAC Championships over the weekend at Hendrix College. Galatas turned in a first place finish in both the 110 meter hurdles (15.63s) and the 200 meter dash (22.45s) to earn 20 team points for the Majors. In the relay events, Galatas helped Millsaps to a pair of second place finishes in the 4×100 and 4×400 relay. The 4×400 meter relay team of Galatas, Christian Broussard, Bruce Pears, and Cameron Varnado held a late lead until the team from DePauw... [Read the full story]

Weather forces change to DSU Weekend Baseball/Ferriss Recognition

April 23, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

CLEVELAND – With the threat of impending weather this weekend, Delta State University head baseball coach Mike Kinnison announced that the planned 50th anniversary recognition for coach Dave “Boo” Ferriss has been moved to Sunday, April 25 at 1:45 p.m. “We’re taking a wait and see approach to the schedule,” Kinnison stated. “We felt it necessary to move coach Ferriss’ recognition to Sunday for those making plans to come up for the event.” Any changes to the game schedule will be announced as soon as possible. Updates will be posted to www.GoStatesmen.com when they become... [Read the full story]

JUCO

Hawkins, Webb win Eagle awards at Hinds athletic banquet Other sports give individual awards

May 5, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

Raymond, Miss – The 2010 Hinds Community College athletic banquet was held in Mayo Fieldhouse on May 4. The banquet honored the athletes from Hinds who were able to achieve milestones both academically and athletically. Bill Hawkins of Booneville and Rachel Webb of Brandon were the winners of the prestigious Eagle and Lady Eagle Awards for their achievements in the classroom, in the community and on the playing field. Hawkins, a 3.95 student, was a sophomore football player who has been named to both the Deans’ and President’s Lists all four semesters and is a member of Phi Theta Kappa and... [Read the full story]

Hinds Sports Hall of Famer, Tad Thrash, to be inducted by MACJC

April 14, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

RAYMOND – Hinds Community College Sports Hall of Fame charter member Dr. E.E. “Tad” Thrash will be inducted into the Mississippi Association of Community and Junior Colleges (MACJC) Sports Hall of Fame April 27 during a ceremony in the Hilton Hotel on County Line Road in Jackson. Registration begins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased early for $35 each by calling the Hinds CC Institutional Advancement office at 601.857.3363. Thrash carried the title of Golden Gloves boxer while also thriving as a football player during his two-year term for then Hinds Junior College. Thrash was named... [Read the full story]

MGCCC golf team wins MACJC State Tournament

April 14, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Golf Team fired rounds of 289-298–587 Monday and Tuesday to win the MACJC State Championship by two shots over Northeast. Copiah Lincoln finished 3rd at 596, followed by Northwest 616, East Central and Itawamba 618, East MS 620, Hinds 624, Jones 632, Holmes 651, and Pearl River 658. Gulf Coast, Northeast, Copiah Lincoln and Northwest, along with host Hinds, qualified for the NJCAA Region 23 Championship scheduled for April 25-26 at Eagle Ridge Golf Club in Raymond, MS. Northeast’s Blake Hatfield took Medalist honors with rounds of 68-73–141,... [Read the full story]

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January 21, 2010 · Leave a Comment 

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