image

News & Updates

Stay up-to-date with featured news on MSHOF events and updates!

A versatile Class of 2013

A versatile Class of 2013

Posted on: November 07,2012

The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame’s Class of 2013 will feature a diverse and accomplished group, representing several facets of the Mississippi sports world.   In alphabetical order, the Hall of Fame’s Class of 2013:   • Bill Buckner: Buckner, a native of Starkville, has the unique distinction of being selected his football team’s MVP […]

Wiley joins watch list; C Spire forum today

Wiley joins watch list; C Spire forum today

Posted on: November 06,2012

Belhaven’s outstanding cornerback/kick return Isiah Wiley has been added to the C Spire Wireless Conerly Trophy watch list.   Wiley, a transfer from national powerhouse Southern Cal, started six games last season for the Trojans. He has been a standout for Belhaven this season, returning 12 kickoffs for 370 yards and returning 15 punts for […]

C Spire Conerly Trophy list updated

C Spire Conerly Trophy list updated

Posted on: November 04,2012

Mississippi football has produced several candidates worthy of consideration for the C Spire Wireless Conerly Trophy, which goes annually to the Magnolia State’s most outstanding collegiate football player.   The C Spire Conerly Trophy will be presented at a banquet Nov. 27 at the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum. Each of the 10 […]

It's time to start thinking CSpire Conerly

It's time to start thinking CSpire Conerly

Posted on: October 28,2012

As always, Mississippi football has produced several candidates worthy of consideration for the CSpire Wireless Conerly Trophy, which goes annually to the Magnolia State’s most outstanding collegiate football player.   The C Spire Conerly Trophy will be presented at a banquet Nov. 27 at the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum. Each of the […]

Big game, great cause Saturday

Big game, great cause Saturday

Posted on: October 23,2012

Bulldog Sports Radio is throwing a party for Mississippi State fans and for a good cause.   The on-line network will host a State-Bama watch party starting at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Burger and Blues Restaurant in Ridgeland to raise money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Mississippi. Bulldog fans and friends are invited to come […]

From the Jack Carlisle Roast

From the Jack Carlisle Roast

Posted on: October 18,2012

FROM THE ROAST                                        George May was hilarious!                                                        And so was Jamesy Smith. From left to right, Wallace McMillan, Judge Rhesa Barksdale, Cactus Jack Carlisle and the great Mike Dennis. Tim Ellis, the quarterback who beat Notre Dame, roasts Jack Carlisle, the coach who put him in the game.

Jack Carlisle: So many stories . . .

Jack Carlisle: So many stories . . .

Posted on: October 11,2012

You will see on the front page of this website and on the “news and updates” page where the Hall of Fame will be holding a first annual Roast on Oct. 16. The first honoree — or victim — is legendary coach Jack Carlisle, Happy Jack to his legion of admirers. Folks, we are going […]

Roasters aplenty for Carlisle event

Roasters aplenty for Carlisle event

Posted on: September 21,2012

Roasters of Jack Carlisle at the first annual Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Roast Oct. 16 will include many of his players from the many successful stops in his legendary coaching career.   Skipper Jernigan, who played for Carlisle at Murrah before going on to be a standout offensive guard at Ole Miss, will be […]