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Millsaps women’s basketball team earns NCAA Tournament bid for first time since 1996

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1 year ago

February 26, 2024

www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-02-26 09:16:13

SUMMARY: The Millsaps College women’s basketball team has qualified for the NCAA Division III Tournament for the first time since the 1995-96 season following their Southern Athletic Association (SAA) championship game victory over Centre College, with a score of 68-63. Junior guard Haley Franklin spearheaded the victory with a 35-point performance, earning her the SAA Tournament MVP after averaging 23.3 points and 6.6 rebounds per game throughout the tournament. Franklin also surpassed the 1,000-career point milestone during this championship. The Lady Majors team would discover their next opponent at the selection show.

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WCBB: Ole Miss, Mississippi State represented on All-SEC teams

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9 hours ago

March 4, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-03-04 13:04:00

SUMMARY: The SEC announced its 2025 women’s basketball awards, with Ole Miss and Mississippi State earning postseason honors. Mississippi State’s Jerkalia Jordan made the All-SEC Second Team for the second consecutive year. Ole Miss forward Madison Scott, also a Gillom Trophy finalist, joined Jordan on the second team. Ole Miss’ Sira Thienou earned a spot on the SEC All-Freshman Team. Former Mississippi State coach Vic Schaefer, now at Texas, was named SEC Coach of the Year. Both Ole Miss (19-9) and Mississippi State (20-10) are vying for NCAA Tournament spots ahead of the SEC Tournament.

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Eagles set to release former Mississippi State star Darius Slay

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12 hours ago

March 4, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – Dan Gelston – 2025-03-04 10:41:00

SUMMARY: The Philadelphia Eagles are set to release six-time Pro Bowl cornerback Darius Slay, according to a source. The move, expected to save the team $4.3 million against the salary cap, follows Slay’s key role in helping the Eagles win the Super Bowl. Slay spent five seasons with Philadelphia after being traded from the Detroit Lions in 2020. Known as “Big Play” Slay, he made three Pro Bowls with each team and led the NFL with eight interceptions in 2017. The release marks the start of several difficult offseason decisions for the Eagles, who also have notable free agents.

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Tupelo announces dates for 2025 Elvis Festival

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1 day ago

March 3, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – Jill Sanchez – 2025-03-03 15:27:00

SUMMARY: The Downtown Tupelo Main Street Association (DTMSA) will host the 27th annual Tupelo Elvis Festival from June 4-7, celebrating Elvis Presley’s 90th birthday. Events will be held at the historic Lyric Theatre and across downtown Tupelo. The Lyric Theatre, significant in Presley’s early career, will be the main venue, with free concerts at The Depot on Friday and Saturday nights. This shift allows for a more streamlined experience and supports local businesses. Mayor Todd Jordan emphasized the festival’s positive impact on the city. Tickets go on sale March 18. Full event details are available online.

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