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Finalists for Gillom, Howell Trophies announced
The finalists for the awards presented to Mississippi’s top college basketball players have been announced.
Beginning with the Gillom Trophy, which is awarded annually to the most outstanding women’s basketball player in the state, the three finalists are Angel Baker of Ole Miss, Jessika Carter of Mississippi State, and Dominique Davis of Southern Miss.
Baker, a senior guard, is averaging 15.2 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game. Ole Miss (21-7, 10-5 Southeastern Conference) sits in fourth place in the SEC and is projected by ESPN as a 7 seed going into the upcoming NCAA Tournament.
Carter, a senior forward, is averaging 14.8 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks per game for Mississippi State (20-8, 9-6 SEC), who currently sits one game behind Ole Miss in the conference standings. The Bulldogs are a projected 9 seed for the NCAA Tournament.
Davis, a junior guard, is averaging 17.8 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game for Southern…
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By: J.T. Mitchell
Title: Finalists for Gillom, Howell Trophies announced
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/finalists-for-gillom-howell-trophies-announced-2/
Published Date: Sun, 26 Feb 2023 19:52:29 +0000
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Ole Miss women get pair of double-doubles and roll to 83-65 March Madness win over Ball State
SUMMARY: Mississippi coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin found solace in returning to a different arena in Waco, Texas, following a disappointing previous tournament experience. The No. 5 seed Ole Miss Rebels redeemed themselves with an 83-65 victory over 12th-seeded Ball State in the NCAA Tournament’s first round. Starr Jacobs led the Rebels with 18 points and 11 rebounds, while Kennedy Todd-Williams and Madison Scott each scored 15 points. Ole Miss dominated rebounding, leading 52-32, and will face fourth-seeded Baylor next. Coach McPhee-McCuin noted the team’s evolution since their last visit and the significance of playing in Texas, where Jacobs feels at home.
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