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Mississippi State announced the death of Hall of Fame figure Kermit Davis Sr., a 91‑year‑old who excelled both as a student‑athlete and as a coach, guiding the Bulldogs to an SEC title and a national third‑place finish.
Kermit Davis Sr., the pioneering Mississippi State basketball figure, died at 91 in Tupelo, Mississippi. His career reshaped the program and paved the way for future coaches.
Kermit Davis Sr., who died at 91, leaves a legacy of on‑court triumphs, mentorship and a dynasty that reached his son’s coaching career.
Kermit Davis Sr., a cornerstone of Mississippi State basketball, died on August 10 at age 91. His contributions as a player, coach, and mentor shaped the program for generations.