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The 2026 watch list for the Black College Football Player of the Year award features six Mississippi natives, highlighting the continued impact of HBCU football and the legacy of Pro Bowler Deacon Jones.
The university announced the hiring of Nicholas Carmouche Jr., a seasoned coach with a background spanning collegiate, high school and AAU levels, to bolster the women's basketball program under head coach Deacon Jones.
The university announced the promotion of Mary Chris Vogt, a veteran coach with a championship pedigree, to lead the Eagles into a new competitive era.
The university is searching for fresh leadership for both its men's and women's basketball teams after key coaching moves.