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Two Mississippi players selected by New York Liberty in 2024 WNBA Draft

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2024-04-15 22:12:12

SUMMARY: Marquesha Davis from Ole Miss and Jessika Carter from Mississippi State have been drafted by the New York Liberty in the 2024 WNBA Draft. Davis, selected as the 11th overall pick, played guard and was pivotal in leading Ole Miss to three consecutive NCAA Tournaments. She had an average of 14 points and close to five rebounds per game in the last season. Carter, a center for Mississippi State and the current Gillom Trophy winner, was chosen in the second round with the 23rd pick. She recorded averages of 15 points and 10 rebounds per game. The 2024 WNBA season starts on May 14.

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Southern Miss drops sixth straight in 62-60 loss to Louisiana

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www.supertalk.fm – Hunter Dawkins – 2025-02-23 14:09:00

SUMMARY: Southern Miss faced Louisiana in a close senior night game, losing 62-60, marking their sixth consecutive defeat. The Golden Eagles, supported by a crowd of 3,738, had four players score in double figures, with Denijay Harris achieving his 16th double-double (12 points, 17 rebounds). The game featured multiple lead changes, with Southern Miss briefly leading until Louisiana pulled ahead in the final minutes. Despite a late comeback attempt, including a missed contested layup by Neftali Alvarez, the team fell short. Head Coach Jay Ladner highlighted the importance of overall team sequence in performance, alongside the announcement of guard Andre Curbelo’s departure from the team.

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MCBB: Oklahoma knocks off No. 21 Mississippi State, 93-87

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www.supertalk.fm – Cliff Brunt – 2025-02-22 18:53:00

SUMMARY: Jeremiah Fears scored 27 points and recorded a career-high 10 assists, leading Oklahoma to a 93-87 victory over No. 21 Mississippi State, ending a five-game losing streak and boosting NCAA Tournament hopes. Fears shot 7 of 12 from the field and 11 of 14 at the line. Jalon Moore contributed 18 points, with 15 scored in the second half, while Sam Godwin added 17 points and 10 rebounds. Mississippi State, despite having 20 offensive rebounds, shot only 39.7% from the field. Oklahoma shot 68% in the second half, while Mississippi State will face No. 4 Alabama next.

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Mississippi College president weighs in on incoming bicentennial, decision to change school’s name

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www.supertalk.fm – Jill Sanchez – 2025-02-21 16:29:00

SUMMARY: As part of its 200th anniversary in 2026, Mississippi College will change its name to Mississippi Christian University to align with its Christian mission and educational offerings. President Dr. Blake Thompson highlighted the transformation, emphasizing the university’s commitment to faith-based learning and its deep roots in Mississippi. The college, founded in 1826, will celebrate its legacy while launching initiatives like the Leland Speed Scholarship, enhancing accessibility for students. A $10 million renovation for the law school in Jackson aims to strengthen legal education. Additionally, the university will discontinue its football program, focusing resources on areas of excellence for future growth.

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