SUMMARY: The 2025 Dixie National Rodeo will take place at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds from February 7-9 and 12-16. Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson announced a diverse lineup of performers, including Sam Barber, George Birge, Lorrie Morgan, Clay Walker, Zach Top, Ella Langley, and Gretchen Wilson. Tickets go on sale October 24. Notably, the event introduces a high school rodeo on February 16, allowing competitors to earn points for the national finals. Gipson expressed excitement for this enhanced program, emphasizing the combination of entertainment, livestock shows, and the new rodeo event to elevate the experience.

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SUMMARY: The Ole Miss women’s basketball team is generating significant preseason excitement, ranking No. 20 in the Associated Press top 25. This marks their second consecutive year receiving such honors and the 18th overall. The team returns eight letter-winners from a squad that recorded a school-best 12 SEC wins and made its third straight NCAA Tournament appearance, led by Fifth-year Madison Scott, a Second Team Preseason All-SEC selection. Coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin has bolstered the team through the transfer portal and international recruits. Ole Miss will showcase its talents in an exhibition on October 28 before opening the season in Paris on November 4.

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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame announced its 2025 inductees, featuring eight athletes and coaches, including Scott Berry, Steve Freeman, Dexter McCluster, Mike Justice, Derrick Nix, Steve Rives, Robbie Webb, and Mo Williams. Bill Blackwell, executive director, praised their significant contributions and inspiring legacies. Berry led Southern Miss baseball to nine NCAA appearances, while Freeman enjoyed a 12-year NFL career. McCluster, an Ole Miss standout, became the first SEC player with over 1,000 rushing and 500 receiving yards in a season. The inductees will be honored during the induction weekend on August 1-2, 2025. Tickets go on sale in January.

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