Fixing Defense in the DraftThe New Orleans Saints should focus on two things during the 2013 NFL Draft: their defense and their offensive line.
Sports Grab BagNo one single topic monopolized my attention this week, so, once again, here are my thoughts from all around the sports world.
JSU's Brent Talks Hoops at KoinoniaJackson State basketball is at its best when its recruiting local kids, and if last week's news is any indication of things to come, there are some good times ahead for the Tiger faithful.
Bulldogs and RebelsIt has been nearly 10 years since two of the biggest rivals in this state played each other on Thanksgiving night. Mississippi State versus Ole Miss was a staple on Thanksgiving evening from 1998 to 2003.
Getting Paid or Really HurtThe National Football League might have found its way to win the concussion lawsuit that more than 4,000 former players have brought against the league.
Yee-Haw!Horses for Handicapped, now celebrating its 32nd year, is usually in April at the fairgrounds.
Last Cinderella at the BallFlorida Gulf Coast's flameout against Florida leaves Wichita State as the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament's only Cinderella team. The Shockers lived up to their nickname when they shocked Ohio State in the West Regional Final.
Mind Over MusclesJarrett Becks began studying martial arts when he was 5 years old. He started with Tae-Kwon-do and moved on to other styles throughout the years.
Mississippi Brilla Returning PlayersFor Mississippi Brilla, this season--the team's seventh--will mostly be one of change, but four veteran players will be back as well.
The Madness So FarThis year's NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament has reached the Sweet Sixteen. We've seen some entertaining games the first weekend, including some surprises no one expected.
Squat, Press, JerkOver the last 30 years or so, fitness training has changed a lot. These days, fitness fiends have more ways than ever to get into shape.
Mississippians in the MadnessThe madness of March begins today with the open round of the NCAA Tournament set to start shortly before noon.
Debate in a Fighting WorldIf you missed it, the big news last week comes from a mixed martial arts fighter, Fallon Fox, whose license to fight in the state of Florida under review. Fox is the first openly transgender fighter in the MMA sport.
Rebels Going DancingOle Miss finally broke through under head coach Andy Kennedy. The Rebels earned a berth into the NCAA Tournament after winning the SEC Tournament for the first time since 1981.
Fred ThomasMississippi State University won its opening round game of the SEC Tournament with a 70-59 victory over the University of South Carolina Gamecocks.