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Barnes selected for induction into SWAC Hall of Fame
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The Southwestern Athletic Conference announced the 2026 Hall of Fame class on Wednesday evening that included Jackson State University legend William H. Barnes, Jr. as part of the class. He made a lasting contribution to Jackson State University athletics through his service as an athletic trainer....
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The End Zone: Week 9
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Week 9 of high school football is here!. Jackson Academy traveled to Madison County to take on MRA in a Game of the Week matchup between two teams that know each other well. MRA entered undefeated in district play and looking to capture its second straight...
Starkville Daily News
Jackets respond to deflect Arrows
CLINTON – It was the response that the Starkville Yellow Jackets were looking for on Friday night in their second Class 7A, Region 2 game of the season. Starkville had a 15-point second quarter and held off the Clinton Arrows down the stretch to secure a 31-17 road victory.
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Eagle Ridge Golf Course closing Jan. 1 — golfers are already trying to save it
HINDS COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - Hinds Community College says Eagle Ridge Golf Course will close its doors January 1, ending nearly 70 years of operation on the Raymond campus property. College leaders say the decision comes down to cost. The college spends anywhere from $700,000 to $850,000 a year operating...
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North Gulfport coach named Mississippi Middle School Coach of the Year
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) — North Gulfport Elementary & Middle School football and basketball coach Tim Nelson has been named the 2025-26 Mississippi Middle School Coach of the Year. Harrison County School District leaders surprised Nelson with the announcement in the school gym. Players applauded as he walked in. Faculty...
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Watch Live as Kossuth Volleyball Tries to Make History with Title Match Against OLA
Kossuth’s first trip to the state volleyball championship comes with a formidable final challenge: taking the title from a program that has won it four years running. The Lady Aggies have already made school history by reaching the championship match. Friday morning, they will try to make that breakthrough a championship season.
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Hinds defeats Co-Lin 38-13
RAYMOND, Miss. (VDN) — Story from Hinds CC. The Hinds Community College football team delivered a dominant performance on Homecoming night, defeating Copiah-Lincoln Community College 38-13 on Thursday at Gene Murphy Field at Joe Renfroe Stadium. The Eagles controlled the contest on both sides of the ball, scoring in...
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Javid Scott and Xavier Jackson both rushed for over 100 yards each last game
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Warren Central High School football players Javid Scott and Xavier Jackson both rushed for over 100 yards and scored two touchdowns each in the Vikings’ 49-21 win over Ridgeland. Scott finished the game with 112 rushing yards on nine carries. He scored two touchdowns...
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Walker, Street to receive MC’s Order of the Golden Arrow at Bicentennial Homecoming
CLINTON — At first glance, retired coaching legend Joe Walker Jr. and Abby Munton Street, chief operating officer of University Hospitals for the University of Mississippi Medical Center, may not appear to have much in common. Walker, a six-time Southeastern Conference Coach of the Year in track and field...
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Jackson State hosts Florida A&M for homecoming on Saturday
JACKSON, Miss. | Jackson State returns home for the first time in three weeks, facing Florida A&M at Veterans Memorial Stadium on Saturday for homecoming. The game kicks off at 2 p.m. on ESPN+. Jackson State (5-1, 2-1 SWAC) is tied atop the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) standings with Alabama...
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Alcorn’s Monta Ellis honored with Key to the City of Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. (VDN) — Story from Alcorn Athletics:. Alcorn State University Men’s Basketball General Manager and former NBA standout Monta Ellis was honored with the Key to the City of Jackson on Friday, October 9, during a special ceremony recognizing his remarkable basketball career, contributions to the community and enduring connection to his hometown.
Starkville Daily News
Jackets play Arrows in key division game
There is no margin for error in a six-team high school football division in the state of Mississippi. That's the case for Class 7A, Region 2 as Starkville, Germantown, Clinton, Murrah, Madison Central and Oxford fight for four postseason spots. After the SHS Yellow Jackets lost a 38-28 decision to...
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Florence Falls Just Short Against Leake Central
Florence High School came up just short Friday night, falling 30-27 against Leake Central in a closely contested district matchup. The Eagles entered the game riding a two-game winning streak after picking up victories over Jim Hill and Vicksburg. Florence defeated Jim Hill 42-6 on September 25 before earning a...
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The week ahead in JSU sports
A busy week is ahead for Jackson State athletics, including the homecoming contest against Florida A&M on Saturday. Wednesday, Oct. 14 | Softball vs. Rust | Jackson, Miss. | 1 p.m. Softball returns to the field for its third game of the fall against Rust on Wednesday. Friday, Oct. 16...
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T.C. Taylor provides latest update on injured starting JSU QB
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson State quarterback Jared Lockhart is day-to-day with a back injury, head coach T.C. Taylor said Monday. Lockhart exited Saturday’s game against Grambling before halftime with an apparent back injury and did not return. Lockhart saw doctor Monday. Taylor said Lockhart was scheduled to see...
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Simpson Academy wins second straight MAIS 4A, Division 1 fast pitch state title
GALLMAN, Miss. (WLBT) - Simpson Academy defeated Copiah Academy 16-6 Monday night in Game 3 of the MAIS 4A, Division 1 Fast Pitch State Championship series. The win gave the Lady Cougars their second straight state title. The Lady Colonels were seeking their first title in more than a decade.