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'Game of Change' celebrates Bulldogs, Ramblers

STARKVILLE — March Madness ended early for the Mississippi State basketball teams. But Jerald Harkness was in Starkville on Tuesday to celebrate the spirit and the history of the MSU men’s basketball program and the NCAA tournament.

Mullen learning to juggle responsibilities at work, home

Among the 75 or so spectators at Mississippi State’s first day of spring football practice on Tuesday were coach Dan Mullen’s wife, Megan, and his 1-month-old son, Canon. Canon was born Feb. 13 and the smile can’t be wiped from coach Mullen’s face whenever he talks about his son.

Rebels ready to move forward

It’s time to move on. As much as University of Mississippi football coach Houston Nutt would love to enjoy the fruits of a 9-4 season that ended with a six-game winning streak and a victory against Texas Tech in the Cotton Bowl, he’s ready for another ride.

Freshmen help MSU beat Memphis

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State baseball coach John Cohen is looking for players who will give a consistent effort every time they step on the field. If Cohen can get that effort from a freshman, he will go that route. On Wednesday night against the University of Memphis, two MSU freshmen showed they could be a key to the program’s future.

Lady Bulldogs already looking ahead

Sharon Fanning already is thinking about the 2009-10 season. One of the first jobs Fanning took to prepare for next season was to watch Mississippi State’s 64-58 loss to Ohio State in the second round of the NCAA tournament on Monday again. The veteran MSU coach knew the outcome wasn’t going to change. She also knew her confidence in her players wasn’t going to diminish one bit.

Smith rejoins MSU football team

STARKVILLE –– It has been a long seven months for Mississippi State offensive lineman Tobias Smith, of Columbus. After breaking his left leg during two-a-days and having surgery last August, Smith went through rehabilitation and rejoined the Bulldogs for the first day of spring practice Tuesday. MSU coach Dan Mullen was happy Smith could be a part of his first practice in Starkville. Smith a graduate of Columbus High School, was excited to get back on the field, even if it was just a practice.

Polk, Palmeiro chosen to Collegle Baseball HoF

Ron Polk believes he wouldn’t be Hall of Fame material if not for the players he has coached. That’s why he is glad to be inducted into a Hall of Fame with one of his former Mississippi State players. Polk and Rafael Palmeiro will be two of 10 players and coaches who will be inducted to the College Baseball Hall of Fame on July 3 in Lubbock, Texas.

Gordon contributes to UWA success

Prior to the start of the season, Courtney Gordon believed the University of West Alabama had the potential to have a good softball team. Gordon must have known something. West Alabama (27-5) is off to its best start in school history after sweeping a doubleheader at Stillman College, in Tuscaloosa, Ala., on Tuesday. The Lady Tigers won the opener 18-0 and the nightcap 17-2. Gordon, a 2005 graduate of New Hope High School, is a senior shortstop for the Lady Tigers who has played an instrumental role in the team’s fast start.

MSU, Ole Miss basketball players named finalists for state award

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State and the University of Mississippi are well represented among the finalists for the Cellular South Bailey Howell and Peggy Gillom Trophies. The awards, which go to the state’s top men’s and women’s college basketball players, will be presented at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame in Jackson.

Champions Club member Lee set to lead Mullen's first practice

STARKVILLE — Mississippi State football coach Dan Mullen already considers quarterback Tyson Lee, of Columbus, a champion before he sees what he can do on the practice field today. That’s because Lee is one of 16 Bulldogs chosen to the “Champions Club,” which is made up of players who excelled on and off the field in offseason conditioning and met standards set by their position group.

Koenning welcomes return to MSU

STARKVILLE -–– Les Koenning returns to the Mississippi State football practice field Tuesday after a 20-year absence. Koenning was the running backs and wide receivers coach at Mississippi State from 1986-89. He returned when Dan Mullen was hired to replace Sylvester Croom this past December. Koenning welcomes the opportunity to work with Mullen and return to Mississippi State.

Dixon won't be forgotten man at MSU

STARKVILLE -- Tailback Anthony Dixon will not be a forgotten man in the spread offense of new Mississippi State football coach Dan Mullen. It is Mullen’s hope that the former 1,000-yard rusher will be again next fall his senior season. Mullen said there is a misconception that a running game is not important in the spread, but he begs to differ.

MSU softball team swept by LSU

STARKVILLE –– Mississippi State’s softball team had an opportunity to answer with a good third inning after LSU put up a four-spot in the second game of a doubleheader Saturday afternoon. Mississippi State scored one run when Ali Bainbridge was hit by a pitch with the bases-loaded and two outs, but ended up leaving three runners on base when Sammie Jo Bailey popped out to the catcher to end the inning. Mississippi State coach Jay Miller said it was tough to see his clean-up hitter fail to get the job done in that situation.

Ole Miss hosts Murray State in WNIT

Renee Ladner hoped a loss to Auburn in the Southeastern Conference tournament earlier this month wasn’t the end to her team’s season. The University of Mississippi coach learned Monday that the Lady Rebels will play at least one more game. Trouble is, Ole Miss didn’t find out until Friday night who and where they were playing. Murray State defeated Arkansas-Little Rock 67-65 in a first-round game at the Jack Stephens Center in Little Rock, Ark. The victory means Murray State (23-8) will play at Ole Miss (17-14) at 4 p.m. today.

MSU's Mullen ready to `Spread the Fun'

STARKVILLE –– The Mississippi State football team will begin to “Spread the Fun” next week when coach Dan Mullen opens spring football practice. After a week of spring break where some of his assistants were finishing moves to Starkville, Mullen said everyone will be ready to get down to business. Mullen, who was hired Dec. 11, 2008, after Sylvester Croom resigned Nov. 29, will try to start out with a clean slate with the players.

Lumanu, Mokango key ingredients for Lady Bulldogs

STARKVILLE — Armelie Lumanu trudged out of the team’s locker room following a loss to LSU in the Southeastern Conference tournament in North Little Rock, Ark. Lumanu’s body language was in stark contrast to the emotion and energy she exhibited in the second half. With less than eight minutes remaining, Lumanu stole the basketball near midcourt and was fouled seconds later.

Sykes, Rutgers continue up, down season

April Sykes’ transformation into a Division I basketball player will continue Saturday in the NCAA tournament. Sykes and the No. 7 seed Rutgers Lady Scarlet Knights (19-12) will take on No. 10 seed Virginia Commonwealth (26-6) at approximately 1:30 p.m. at the Louis Brown Athletic Center in Piscataway, N.J. It’s not surprising Rutgers, which went 9-7 in the Big East Conference, is in the NCAA tournament.

MSU pitching coach faces former team

It’s Butch Thompson’s turn. The Mississippi State pitching coach was an observer Wednesday when Alabama-Birmingham coach Brian Shoop and volunteer coach Ron Polk returned to Dudy Noble Field. Shoop was an assistant coach at Mississippi State and Polk was MSU’s coach for 29 seasons. This weekend will be a homecoming for Thompson when MSU plays at Georgia.

MSU-Loyola film will be shown next week

Ever since Dr. James Giesen saw the documentary “Game of Change” last year in Detroit, he knew he had to find a way to bring the film to Mississippi State. Giesen, an assistant professor of History, was interviewed to provide perspective for the film about the 1963 NCAA men’s basketball tournament game that pit Mississippi State against Loyola of Chicago in East Lansing, Mich., so he already knew how to contact the film’s director and producer, Jerald Harkness.

Discussions continue about updating drainage at Dudy Noble

STARKVILLE — Dudy Noble Field, Mississippi State’s baseball surface, has had the reputation of being one of the nation’s best draining fields. But the system is showing its age.

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