While Nicholls State came into town to square off against Mississippi State at MGM Park, it also served as a homecoming for two members of the Colonels squad, Picayune alum Kade Turnage and former Gulfport admiral Cade Crosby.
Belting out “The Star-Spangled Banner” in front of a huge crowd to start a ball game can be an intimidated task for even the best singers. But, for those up to the challenge, it can be a rewarding and memorable experience.
It’s estimated that Americans will bet more than $3 billion on the NCAA Tournament. The action was on full display in Coast casinos during the first full day of the tournament.
The Saints took a step towards bolstering their much-needed depth at running back by signing free agent Jamaal Williams to a 3-year deal worth up to $12 million with $8 million fully guaranteed, as reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
On Wednesday (March 15), reports say that the Saints have come to terms with tackles Khalen Saunders (Kansas City Chiefs) and Nathan Shepherd (New York Jets).
Mississippi on Tuesday introduced new basketball coach Chris Beard, who repeatedly declined to discuss specifics regarding his December domestic violence arrest that led to his eventual firing at Texas.
The annual Hancock Whitney Classic is set to get underway, with Mississippi State facing off against Nicholls State on Tuesday and the University of Louisiana on Wednesday.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the undermanned New Orleans Pelicans 110-96 on Saturday night for their fourth victory in five games.
The Saints ranked first in the league with an A+ grade for how it handles travel for away games. They received high marks for first-class seating and giving their players enough space and individual downtime before away games.
As wrestling continues to grow in Mississippi, more and more student athletes can showcase their talents on bigger stages and this year a handful of coast wrestlers are hitting the mat on the national stage.