SUMMARY: Jay Ladner enters his seventh year as Southern Miss men’s basketball coach amid significant challenges, including staff changes, a roster overhaul, and financial limitations. After a successful 2022-23 season, Ladner faces pressure to improve following a tough 2024-25 campaign. The program struggles with NIL budget disparities compared to more affluent schools. Ladner acknowledges the difficulty of building a competitive roster in the current college sports environment but remains focused on overcoming these obstacles. With key assistants leaving, Ladner hopes a new hire will help attract top talent and boost the team’s chances for success in the 2025-26 season.

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SUMMARY: General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems has partnered with Israeli defense company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to manufacture the “Bullseye” missile in Tupelo, Mississippi. The long-range, precision-guided missile will be designed for air, ground, and sea launches. It will offer cost-effective strike capabilities for U.S. military and coalition partners. Bullseye’s modular design allows for scalable development, upgrades, and interoperability with multiple Department of Defense requirements. The missile’s design is at Technology Readiness Level 8, with testing ongoing. Production is set to begin in late 2025, with the missile meeting U.S. military standards and being assembled at General Atomics’ Tupelo center.

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SUMMARY: Alijah Martin, a Summit native, is set to play for Florida in the NCAA championship against Houston. Martin, the Gators’ second-leading scorer, played a key role in Florida’s semifinal victory over Auburn, scoring 17 points and making a momentum-shifting steal and dunk. Martin aims to win his first title, having previously reached the Final Four with Florida Atlantic in 2023. Kordelius Jefferson, a Bogue Chitto native, also plays for Houston, though in a less prominent role. This marks Houston’s fourth consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance, and both players have strong Mississippi roots. The championship game is set for 7:50 p.m. CT.

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