Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Jackson, Mississippi, United States across Football, Basketball, Soccer.
A rising star from Madison‑Ridgeland Academy is one of 18 athletes invited to a prestigious training camp, eyeing a place on the team that will chase another gold medal at the upcoming world tournament.
The Rebels are back in the College World Series, facing North Carolina on June 12 amid high demand that has driven up ticket, hotel, and flight prices across Omaha.
Mississippi Valley State University has named Arlo Henderson as its first head coach for women's flag football, bringing a blend of playing experience and extensive coaching credentials to a program poised for rapid growth.
Li’Marcus Jones, a 6‑foot‑6, 300‑pound offensive tackle from Brentwood Academy, has committed to the University of Colorado, choosing Coach Deion Sanders’ program over a host of elite offers.
Four-star recruit Lundon Hampton, a 6-foot-2, over-200-pound athlete from Grand Rapids, announced his commitment to the University of Michigan, choosing the Wolverines over rival schools and highlighting a versatile skill set that could reshape the backfield.
Ka’ryn Henderson, a multi‑sport standout from Warren Central High School, has signed with Millsaps College to play quarterback for the school's first varsity flag football team, set to begin competition in spring 2027.
When Aaron Alford learned his daughter Aariele was about to play her first high school basketball game in Houston, he seized the chance to honor a promise made years earlier, embarking on a marathon road trip that would bring tears to the court.
After a stellar first year in Starkville, pitcher Tomas Valincius was recognized with the 2026 Ferriss Trophy, highlighting his impact on the Bulldogs and his family’s journey.