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Pearl River Community College in Mississippi has achieved a historic double by winning national championships in both baseball and softball in the same season, finishing 9‑0 across the tournaments.
Friday’s action saw No. 2 Georgia Tech fall to Oklahoma, Florida State eliminated by St. John’s, and Georgia advance past Liberty, but at a cost as Tre Phelps faces suspension.
The Southwestern Athletic Conference will air its 2026 football season on SWAC TV, featuring 50 games, strategic slot allocations, and high‑profile rivalries aimed at boosting the network’s profile.
London Goggans, a three‑star safety from Grayson, Georgia, announced his commitment to Kansas State on Tuesday, choosing the Wildcats over Arkansas, Purdue and Mississippi State. His pledge adds depth to a 2027 class that now sits 34th nationally and fourth in the Big 12.
A school bus transporting the Morton High School girls' basketball team collided with another vehicle on Interstate 20 in Mississippi, prompting traffic delays, precautionary medical evaluations and a swift response from local authorities.
Lucas Morici, a right‑handed pitcher for the Georgia Bulldogs, announced his intention to enter the transfer portal ahead of the Athens Super Regional against Mississippi State, aiming for a larger role and a program that can maximize his development.
The 2026 regional round delivered dramatic ejections, rain‑delayed marathons and stunning performances that reshaped the tournament bracket.
A school bus transporting the Morton High School girls’ basketball team collided on Interstate 20 in Mississippi, prompting traffic delays, precautionary medical evaluations, and a public acknowledgment from the Scott County School District.
A bus transporting the Morton High girls' basketball team collided on Interstate 20 near the Mississippi-Alabama border, prompting a swift response from emergency crews and causing major traffic disruptions.
The new deal guarantees Kiffin $13 million in his first year and a total staff cost of $27.6 million through 2027, with bonuses tied to playoff and national‑championship performance.
A series of breakout performances in the NCAA tournament has put a handful of college players on the radar of the Atlanta Braves, who are eyeing a catcher or center‑fielder to bolster their roster.
After a flawless 3‑0 stretch in the Lincoln Regional, the Ole Miss Rebels are set to travel to Auburn for a best‑of‑three series that could launch them into the national championship.
Ole Miss baseball clinched a 5‑4 win in ten innings against Arizona State, earning their ninth Super Regional appearance. They will open a series against No. 4 seed Auburn, a team they defeated twice earlier this season, with play set to begin on Friday.
Louisiana baseball finished as Starkville Regional runners‑up, posting a 41‑25 record and showcasing a mix of seasoned leaders and emerging talent.
Senior Cole Prosek was named the 2026 Gatorade Mississippi baseball player of the year after a dominant performance that helped Magnolia Heights capture an MAIS 4A‑Division I title and positioned him as a top MLB draft prospect.
Will Brick, the senior catcher and third baseman from Christian Brothers High School, has been honored as the 2025-26 Gatorade Tennessee Baseball Player of the Year after leading his team to a perfect start and earning national recognition.
After dominating their regional brackets, Mississippi State and Georgia enter a super regional in Athens, Georgia, with a spot in the NCAA College World Series on the line.
Maryland’s football program continues to expand its footprint in Texas, landing interior lineman Abdus Kone, a 6‑foot‑6, 312‑pound prospect, to round out a class that already boasts eight commitments and a top‑50 national ranking.
The Vicksburg Post reveals its 2025 All‑County soccer selections, highlighting Jacob Porter’s record‑breaking season, Jeremy Lawrence’s coaching accolade, and Jordan Polk’s standout performance for the Lady Vikes.
Mississippi Valley State University announced the hiring of Arlo Henderson as the inaugural head coach for its new women’s flag football team, positioning the program to expand opportunities for female student‑athletes.
Easton Royal, the nation’s top Louisiana prospect, toured LSU and expressed admiration for the program. With a commitment to Texas still pending and official visits to Florida and Texas scheduled for June, LSU’s coaching staff is pulling out all the stops to retain the star recruit.
Jacob Porter, a key figure for Warren Central, has been named the Vicksburg Post’s boys soccer Player of the Year for the second straight season, cementing his status as one of Mississippi’s most prolific scorers.
The Vicksburg Post reveals its 2026 All‑County soccer selections, spotlighting top performers from Warren County high schools.
Coach Jeremy Lawrence’s three‑year run of region titles and semifinal appearances reflects a program built on fundamentals, player development, and a promising pipeline of young talent.