
Trojans Embrace New Leadership Ahead of Season Opener
The Northeast Lauderdale Trojans are gearing up for a new season under head coach David Frey, with key players ready to make an impact in their season opener at Scott Central.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Meridian, Mississippi across Football, Baseball, Basketball.

The Northeast Lauderdale Trojans are gearing up for a new season under head coach David Frey, with key players ready to make an impact in their season opener at Scott Central.

Pensacola State College announces Kayla Gordon as its new women's basketball head coach, highlighting her extensive playing and coaching background, including a Sweet 16 run with the University of Mississippi and a professional stint in Greece.

A Meridian native, baseball legend Dennis 'Oil Can' Boyd reflects on a storied career and his plans to revitalize youth baseball through a new local sports complex.

David Frey, a seasoned coach with roots in Louisville and stints at Scott Central and Philadelphia, has been named head football coach at Northeast Lauderdale High School, succeeding Coach Gandy. He aims to build on the program’s foundation while guiding the Trojans from 2A to 4A competition.

Four Germantown baseball standouts—Tate Farmer, Jase Ryals, Ashby Raburn and Maddox Perry—have been chosen to represent their hometown at the upcoming State Games of Mississippi, a 34‑year‑old multi‑sport festival that will run from June 15‑18 at Meridian Community College.

A volunteer‑run program in Mississippi offers homeschooled teens a chance to play organized football, emphasizing Christian values and fellowship.

The Rockets announce a 2026 season that opens with a scrimmage against West Point and includes road games against state runner‑up Kosciusko, homecoming against Canton and a final showdown with Callaway.