Northwest Mississippi Tops Hinds for Third Straight Title
Northwest Mississippi Community College edged Hinds Community College 33-29 in the MACC championship game at Ranger Field in Senatobia.
Mississippi Sports News
In Mississippi, sports news means athletic competition, team and player updates, championship results and the business behind leagues. This page covers major events and the developments that shape the state's athletic landscape.
Track & Field
Walnut, Hickory Flat Earn Silver at State XC
Walnut and Hickory Flat both took second place at the 2026 MHSAA State Cross Country Championships in Jackson.
Volleyball
East Union Wins 2026 Class 2A Volleyball Title Undefeated
The Ellistown school's volleyball team finished the 2026 season 38-0 and claimed its first state volleyball championship.
Football
Oscar Bird Named to Ray Guy Award Watchlist
The Ole Miss punter is among 64 players on the Augusta Sports Council's midseason list for the nation's top punter honor.
Olympics
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Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Announces 2027 Inductees
Eight notable athletes and coaches are set to join the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame during a summer ceremony.
Baseball
Mississippi State Altered Baseball Exhibition Schedule
Threats of a tropical storm forced the cancellation of one exhibition game and the rescheduling of another.
More in Sports
Regular subjects here include championship results, record-breaking performances, league business decisions and milestone moments for athletes. Reporting reaches from the capital to the rural counties, covering the full scope of competition across the state. Collegiate rivalries often drive the news cycle here, creating consistent interest regardless of the specific sport being tracked. Public infrastructure and the economic impact of major sporting events frequently influence how these stories unfold.