After last night's thrilling OT win over UTEP, the 20th-ranked Rebels are among the lead stories today on CBSSports.com. The following is a great story from Hernando resident and former Commercial Appeal writer Gary Parrish.
CBSSports.com: Kennedy, Ole Miss enjoying young season's reversal of fortune
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
More Honors For McCluster
Dexter McCluster is piling up honors this postseason as both an all-purpose player and running back. College football guru Phil Steele released his All-American teams and listed Dex as his third team wide receiver. Last week, Steele honored eight Rebels on his various All-SEC squads, while listing Jesse Grandy as his national freshman second team kick returner. Here are the rest of Steele's award winners.
Phil Steele's 2009 Postseason Teams
Phil Steele's 2009 Postseason Teams
Hot Ticket Tonight
If you haven't made your plans, don't miss tonight's Ole Miss hoops action at the DeSoto Civic Center in Southaven, especially if you're a Rebel in the Memphis area. Our office has credentialed a whopping 15 NBA scouts for tonight, the most for a Rebel game in recent memory.
There is certainly talent on both the Ole Miss and UTEP benches, but the two key players drawing the attention of the pros are Terrico White and the Miners' Arnett Moultrie, who were teammates for the U.S. squad at this summer's FIBA U19 World Championships. Both Memphis natives, the duo helped Team USA win a gold medal in Auckland, New Zealand.
Tickets for tonight's game can be purchased online at www.desotociviccenter.com or www.ticketmaster.com, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or at the DeSoto Civic Center box office. Prices are $100 for courtside seats and $16 for all other seats.
There is certainly talent on both the Ole Miss and UTEP benches, but the two key players drawing the attention of the pros are Terrico White and the Miners' Arnett Moultrie, who were teammates for the U.S. squad at this summer's FIBA U19 World Championships. Both Memphis natives, the duo helped Team USA win a gold medal in Auckland, New Zealand.
Tickets for tonight's game can be purchased online at www.desotociviccenter.com or www.ticketmaster.com, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or at the DeSoto Civic Center box office. Prices are $100 for courtside seats and $16 for all other seats.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
With the first pick of the 2009 NFL Draft ...
... the Detroit Lions select Michael Oher, Offensive Lineman, Ole Miss.
Wait, what?
We all know it didn't go down that way. Oher, the All-American tackle, was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens No. 23 overall and has started all 13 games for the Ravens.
However, with hindsight being 20-20 and all, the venerable Don Banks over at SI.com had a do-over of the most recent draft and decided the Lions needed Oher at No. 1.
Also of note, Banks had former Rebel speedster Mike Wallace going back to the Steelers, this time just two round earlier with the last pick of round one.
Wait, what?
We all know it didn't go down that way. Oher, the All-American tackle, was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens No. 23 overall and has started all 13 games for the Ravens.
However, with hindsight being 20-20 and all, the venerable Don Banks over at SI.com had a do-over of the most recent draft and decided the Lions needed Oher at No. 1.
Also of note, Banks had former Rebel speedster Mike Wallace going back to the Steelers, this time just two round earlier with the last pick of round one.
Gillom Takes Over LA Sparks
Former Ole Miss women's hoops star Jennifer Gillom continues to rise up the coaching ranks and today was named head coach of the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks. Check out the full story below at wnba.com.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Devin Britton Hangs With Tennis Greats
Former Rebel NCAA Champion Devin Britton has enjoyed a whirlwind few months since turning pro this past summer, including facing the world's best player, Roger Federer, in the first round of the U.S. Open.
Last night he got to hang around some more tennis greats, in addition to Elton John, as part of the 17th World TeamTennis Smash Hits, a fundraiser to benefit the Elton John AIDs foundation and various AIDs charities. The event was held at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, La.
Britton (far left), who was on the team coached by Billy Jean King, played doubles with 2003 U.S. Open Champion, Andy Roddick. Click here to read about the event, including thoughts from Britton.
Last night he got to hang around some more tennis greats, in addition to Elton John, as part of the 17th World TeamTennis Smash Hits, a fundraiser to benefit the Elton John AIDs foundation and various AIDs charities. The event was held at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, La.
Britton (far left), who was on the team coached by Billy Jean King, played doubles with 2003 U.S. Open Champion, Andy Roddick. Click here to read about the event, including thoughts from Britton.
Monday, December 7, 2009
Vote For Nix for Coaching Honor
Rebel defensive coordinator Tyrone Nix is one of three finalists for FootballScoop.com Linebackers Coach of the Year. Cast your vote at the link below.
FootballScoop.com: Linebackers Coach of the Year
FootballScoop.com: Linebackers Coach of the Year
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Vote For Rebelette
Athlon Sports has selected Ole Miss Rebelette Anna Taylor to compete in the final round of its 2009 national spirit contest. Voting for the finals runs through midnight the morning of Dec. 22.
Place your vote at www.athlonsports.com/spirit or find Athlon on Facebook.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Personal Q&A With Nutt
The Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year website spotlights every DI head man, and the following is a Q&A with our own Houston Nutt. Check it out.
Coach Insider: Houston Nutt
Coach Insider: Houston Nutt
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Gracious Dex
Dexter McCluster wasn't able to secure this year's Conerly Trophy as the state's top collegiate, but as always, the Rebel senior was gracious. Video courtesy of WJTV.
Also, in case you missed it late last week, David Brandt with the Clarion Ledger had a great personal story on Dex. Check it out.
Clarion-Ledger: Talented UM RB McCluster has changed life off field
Also, in case you missed it late last week, David Brandt with the Clarion Ledger had a great personal story on Dex. Check it out.
Clarion-Ledger: Talented UM RB McCluster has changed life off field
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