Area Sports
Meet the Pirates: Coaches, Students, and Supporters Come Together to Honor Excellence in Sports and Academics
On Wednesday, August 13th, Pass Christian High School came alive with the roar of school spirit as the community gathered for the annual “Meet the Pirates” showcase, a much-anticipated tradition that marks the beginning of another promising year for Pirate athletics. Students, families, teachers, administrators, and community members filled the stands to welcome and…
Read MoreLong Beach High Gears Up for Fall with “Meet the Bearcats”
Long Beach Senior High School is set to welcome students, families, and community members to its “Meet the Bearcats” kickoff event on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 6 p.m. at Lumpkin Magee Stadium. The evening will serve as an opportunity for fans to show their support for the Bearcats while enjoying a variety of activities…
Read MoreUSM’s Foster named to Jet watchlist
Southern Miss Athletics said Wednesday that the Jet Award Foundation has named safety and return specialist Ian Foster as one of 16 players to watch for its 2025 Player of the Year award. The award recognizes the most outstanding return specialist in college football. Now in its 15th year, the Jet Award, named after Heisman Trophy winner…
Read MoreSouthern Miss Inks Colton Cowan to New Contract
After a standout debut season that saw Southern Miss women’s golf capture the Sun Belt Tournament title and earn its first-ever NCAA Regional appearance, head coach Colton Cowan has signed a new multi-year contract that will keep him in Hattiesburg for the foreseeable future. Cowan expressed his enthusiasm about continuing his work with the program,…
Read MoreTickets on Sale Now for Action-Packed Fall at Gulf Coast
Excitement is building along the Mississippi Gulf Coast as tickets are now on sale for the 2025 seasons of women’s and men’s soccer and women’s volleyball at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. With strong momentum from recent postseason success, all three programs are ready to make this season one to remember. The Lady Bulldogs soccer…
Read MoreBraylon Braxton Named to Maxwell Award Watch List
The Maxwell Football Club today announced its watch list for the 89th Maxwell Award presented annually to the outstanding player in college football, which includes Southern Miss quarterback Braylon Braxton (Frisco, Texas). The Maxwell Award has been presented to the College Player of the Year since 1937 and is named in honor of Robert “Tiny” Maxwell…
Read MoreShuckers celebrate 5 former players in MLB All-Star game
The Biloxi Shuckers, the Double-A Affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers, are celebrating five of their former players who were selected for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game. Those players are: Freddy Peralta Shane Smith Jacob Misiorowski Drew Rasmussen Josh Hader Perlata and Misiorowski are pitchers with the Brewers. Smith pitches for the Chicago White Sox,…
Read MoreShuckers’ playoff tickets on sale now
The Biloxi Shuckers have announced the release of tickets for games 2 and 3 of the Southern League Division Series, set to be held at Keesler Federal Park on Thursday, September 18 and Friday, September 19. After the Shuckers’ first division title since 2019, they will host games 2 and 3 (if necessary) of the best-of-3…
Read MoreBoeve Reaches Base Six Times in Shuckers Doubleheader Split in Pensacola
By Javik Blake/Biloxi Shuckers The Biloxi Shuckers (47-30, 5-3) and Pensacola Blue Wahoos (39-37, 5-2) split a doubleheader on Wednesday at Blue Wahoos Stadium. In game one, which was the resumption of Tuesday’s suspended game, the Shuckers earned a 10-4 win while the Blue Wahoos took game two 5-1, in seven innings. The teams combined…
Read MoreCelebrating the Life of Joye Lee-McNelis, A True Golden Eagle
Southern Miss is deeply saddened by the passing of former women’s basketball head coach Joye Lee-McNelis, who died on Tuesday at the age of 63. Coach McNelis was a central figure in the history of Lady Eagle Basketball, contributing as a student-athlete, assistant coach, and head coach over a span of four decades. During her…
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