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College baseball: Mississippi State, Ole Miss get run-rule wins; Valley wins wild one against Alcorn – The Vicksburg Post
Faculty baseball: Mississippi State, Ole Miss get run-rule wins; Valley wins wild one in opposition to Alcorn
Printed 10:56 pm Tuesday, March 21, 2023
- Mississippi State’s Aaron Downs (5) hits the baseball Tuesday in opposition to Arkansas State. Downs went 1-for-3 with one RBI and three runs scored because the Bulldogs gained 16-2. (Mississippi State Athletics)
For one night time, at the least, Mississippi State had far more solutions than query marks.
The Bulldogs bashed 18 hits, together with three by Colton Ledbetter, and 5 pitchers mixed to strike out 14 batters and permit solely 5 hits as Mississippi State crushed Arkansas State 16-2 in a midweek baseball sport Tuesday at Dudy Noble Subject.
Ledbetter completed 3-for-3 with 4 RBIs and 4 runs scored. He hit an RBI single within the second inning, an RBI double within the third, and a two-run residence run within the fourth.
Mississippi State (14-8) piled up 15 runs within the first 4 innings to maintain the sport from ever being unsure.
Hunter Hines was 2-for-3 with three RBIs and two runs scored. Kellum Clark and Dakota Jordan drove in two runs apiece, and Luke Hancock knocked in three.
Bradley Loftin (2-1) had 9 strikeouts in 5 innings to take some strain off the Bulldogs’ beleaguered pitching workers. He allowed two walks and three hits, and no runs.
4 pitchers coated the final two innings and allowed two hits and two walks.
Mississippi State entered the sport ranked tenth within the 14-team Southeastern Convention in crew ERA, and final in walks. It has allowed the fourth-most walks in all of Division I.
The Bulldogs will host No. 4 Vanderbilt in a three-game SEC collection starting Friday at 6 p.m.
Ole Miss 11, Arkansas-Pine Bluff 1
Ole Miss (15-6) struggled for some time in opposition to Arkansas-Pine Bluff (8-12), then scored three runs within the fifth inning and eight within the sixth to safe a run-rule victory that was a bit more durable than it appeared.
Jacob Gonzalez broke the scoreless tie with a two-run residence run within the backside of the fifth inning, and Kemp Alderman adopted with a solo shot to make it 3-0.
The Rebels then hit three extra residence runs within the sixth inning. T.J. McCants began the barrage with a solo shot, whereas Ethan Groff and Peyton Chatagnier each hit three-run homers.
Chatagnier completed 3-for-4 with three RBIs. Alderman and Gonzalez each had two hits, two RBIs and two runs scored, whereas Groff was 2-for-3 with two walks, three RBIs and one run scored.
Ole Miss snapped a four-game shedding streak. It is going to play No. 3 Florida in an SEC collection at Swayze Subject starting Friday at 6:30 p.m.
New Orleans 6, Southern Miss 3
Anthony Herron, Jr. hit a two-run residence run within the fourth inning, and Tyler Bischke added one other two-run shot within the fifth to steer New Orleans (12-9) previous Southern Miss (12-8).
Bischke’s residence run adopted an RBI triple by Kasten Furr.
Southern Miss reduce it to 6-3 with Dustin Dickerson’s RBI single within the high of the ninth, however by no means bought the tying run to the plate. The Golden Eagles solely had 5 hits and misplaced their third sport in a row.
Southern Miss completed a five-game street swing and can return residence this weekend to play Georgia Southern in a three-game Solar Belt Convention collection. Video games are Friday at 6 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m., and Sunday at 1 p.m.
Mississippi Valley State 17, Alcorn State 13
Alcorn State got here all the way in which again from deficits of 5 and 7 runs, however gave up an enormous inning late and misplaced a wild sport to Mississippi Valley State (7-13).
Ty Washington hit a three-run residence run to cap a seven-run rally by Valley within the backside of the seventh inning, after Alcorn had overcome deficits of 7-0 and 10-5 to tie it within the high half of the inning.
Alcorn responded with three runs within the high of the ninth, the final coming throughout on a two-run single by Garrett Palladino, however couldn’t get nearer.
The groups mixed for 27 hits and 30 runs, and the 2 pitching staffs issued 18 walks.
Palladino completed 3-for-6 with two RBIs for Alcorn State (1-15), Kalum Banks Jr. was 2-for-5 with three RBIs, and Tyler Daniels was 3-for-5 with two RBIs and two runs scored.
Former Vicksburg Excessive star Terrance Johnson allowed two runs in one-third inning pitched for the Braves.
Valley’s Davon Mims, a former Warren Central standout,was 1-for-3 with a triple, two walks and two runs scored. He additionally stole two bases to up his NCAA Division I result in 23 on the season.
Valley’s Dylan Whitfield, a Vicksburg Excessive alum, was one of many few efficient pitchers for both aspect. He had two strikeouts in 1 2/3 innings of excellent aid.
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Possible overdose at the Central Mississippi Correctional Facility, according to officials
RANKIN Co., Miss. (WLBT) – The Rankin County Sheriff’s Department reports that they have been called to the Central Mississippi Correctional Facility for an alleged overdose.
The Rankin County Coronor, David Ruth, confirmed to WLBT staff that he was called to the scene to recover a body. He said he was unable to comment on the cause or manner of death until he performs an autopsy.
The Department of Health also says they have been called by the facility for a hazmat situation.
More law enforcement vehicles were seen by WLBT crews entering the Central Mississippi Correctional Facility as authorities continue to investigate a death at the prison.
Details are currently limited. WLBT has reached out to the Mississippi Department of Corrections for a statement on the situation but have yet to hear back.
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STARKVILLE – Mississippi State debuted 41 new players against Eastern Kentucky, including 23 transfers. But one of the biggest transfer portal additions wasn’t on the field and may not be again this week.
Senior receiver Kelly Akharaiyi was left off Mississippi State’s depth chart that was released and coach Jeff Lebby didn’t provide much clarity on the situation either.
“He’s getting closer and closer,” Lebby said at Tuesday morning press conference. “We need to be patient with him. We hope he has a good week and can create some confidence for himself more than anything. But I’m not ready to say he’s going to be available.”
Akharaiyi was one of the transfers most were looking forward to seeing in Lebby’s fast-paced, passing offense. But he was held out of season-opener for what was thought to be a minor injury. However, his uncertain status might be a sign of a more serious injury?
Or is Lebby playing a game of cat-and-mouse with Arizona State coach Kenny Dillingham? We’ll found out soon enough.
QB1 – 2 Blake Shapen, 6-1, 210 lbs., Sr.
QB2 – 16 Chris Parson, 6-1, 215 lbs., Rs Fr.
or – 0 Michael Van Buren Jr., 6-1, 200 lbs., Fr.
RB1 – 24 Keyvone Lee, 6-0, 225 lbs., Sr.
-or- 21 Davon Booth, 5-10, 205 lbs., Sr.
RB2 – 20 Johnnie Daniels, 5-10, 200 lbs., Jr.
SLWR1 – 3 Kevin Coleman, 5-11, 180 lbs., Jr.
SLWR2 – 8 Creed Whittemore, 5-11, 185 lbs., So.
SLWR 3 – 80 Kade Kolka, 5-11, 190 lbs., Sr.
WR1 – 6 Jordan Mosley, 6-0, 195 lbs., Jr.
WR2 – 5 Stonka Burnside, 6-0, 200 lbs., Fr.
WR3 – 13 Sanfrisco Magee, 6-2, 200 lbs., Fr.
WR1 – 14 Trent Hudson 6-3 180 Jr.
WR2 – 7 Mario Craver 5-10 170 Fr.
WR3 – 11 Jaden Walley 6-0 190 Sr.
TE1 – 18 Seydou Traore, 6-4, 235 lbs., R-Jr.
– or – 84 Justin Ball, 6-6, 250 lbs., Sr.
TE2 – 86 Nick Lauderdale, 6-3, 225 lbs., Sr.
or – 10 Cameron Ball, 6-6, 250 lbs., So.
LT1 – 66 Makylan Pounders, 6-5, 310 lbs., Jr.
LT2 – 51 Luke Work, 6-6, 305 lbs., Fr.
– or – 74 Jimothy Lewis Jr., 6-6, 310 lbs., Fr.
LG1 – 75 Jacoby Jackson, 6-6, 320 lbs., Jr.
LG2 – 53 Malik Ellis, 6-5, 285 lbs., So.
C1 – 67 Ethan Miner, 6-2, 305 lbs., Sr.
C2 – 72 Canon Boone, 6-4, 315 lbs., Jr.
RG1 – 77 Marlon Martinez, 6-5, 320 lbs., Sr.
RG2 – 52 Grant Jackson, 6-6, 325 lbs., Sr.
RT1 – 76 Albert Reese IV, 6-7, 330 lbs., Jr.
RT2 – 55 Leon Bell, 6-8, 325 lbs., R-Jr.
RT3 – 78 Amari Smith, 6-7, 325 lbs., R-Fr.
DT1 – 22 Kedrick Bingley-Jones, 6-4, 310 lbs., Jr.
– or – 23 Trevion Williams, 6-4, 295 lbs., R-Fr.
DT2 – 98 Ashun Shepphard, 6-3, 280 lbs., Jr.
DT1 – 35 Kalvin Dinkins, 6-2, 315 lbs., So.
– or – 8 Sulaiman Kpaka, 6-3, 300 lbs., Sr.
DT2 – 92 Eric Taylor, 6-4, 310 lbs., Jr.
– or – 90 Kai McClendon, 6-2, 305 lbs., Fr.
DE1 – 9 De’Monte Russell, 6-4, 285 lbs., Sr.
DE2 – 91 Deonte Anderson, 6-3, 270 lbs., Jr.
– or – 46 Joseph Head Jr., 6-4, 240 lbs., R-Fr.
JLB1 – 11 Ty Cooper, 6-4, 245 lbs., Jr.
– or – 44 Branden Jennings, 6-3, 240 lbs., Jr.
JLB2 – 36 Donterry Russell, 6-4, 225 lbs., So.
MLB1 – 7 Stone Blanton, 6-2, 230 lbs., Jr.
MLB2 – 26 JP Purvis, 6-1, 245 lbs., Sr.
DLB1 – 40 Nic Mitchell, 6-2, 230 lbs., Jr.
– or – 5 John Lewis, 6-3, 240 lbs., Jr.
DLB2 – 16 Zakari Tillman, 6-2, 225 lbs., So.
FS1 – 2 Isaac Smith, 6-0, 205 lbs., So.
FS2 – 12 Tyler Woodard, 6-2, 200 lbs., Jr.
SS1 – 21 Hunter Washington, 5-11, 190 lbs., Jr.
SS2 – 27 Chris Keys Jr., 6-0, 190 lbs., Jr.
– or – 17 Jordan Morant, 6-0, 210 lbs., Sr.
CB1 – 1 Kelley Jones, 6-4, 195 lbs., R-Fr.
– or – 6 Traveon Wright, 6-0, 180 lbs., R-Fr.
CB2 – 13 Raydarious Jones, 6-2, 180 lbs., Sr.
– or – 18 Khamauri Rogers, 6-0, 180 lbs., So.
CB1 – 14 Brice Pollock, 6-1, 190 lbs., So.
CB2 – 4 DeAgo Brumfield, 6-0, 190 lbs., Sr.
K1 – 80 Kyle Ferrie, 6-1, 205 lbs., So.
K2 – 82 Nick Barr-Mira, 6-0, 185 lbs., Sr.
K3 – 49 Marlon Hauck, 6-3, 195 lbs., So.
P1 – 82 Nick Barr-Mira, 6-0, 185 lbs., Sr.
P2 – 83 Zach Haynes, 6-1, 195 lbs., Sr.
P3 – 88 Ethan Pulliam, 6-1, 190 lbs., R-Fr.
KO1 – 49 Marlon Hauck, 6-3, 195 lbs., So.
KO2 – 82 Nick Barr-Mira, 6-0, 185 lbs., Sr.
PR1 – 3 Kevin Coleman, 5-11, 180 lbs., Jr.
PR2 – 8 Creed Whittemore, 5-11, 185 lbs., So.
KR1 – 21 Davon Booth, 5-10, 205 lbs., Sr.
– or – 20 Johnnie Daniels, 5-10, 200 lbs., Jr.
– or – 3 Kevin Coleman, 5-11, 180 lbs., Jr.
Mississippi State at Arizona State: How to Watch Bulldogs Football vs the Sun Devils
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Mississippi State at Arizona State, Saturday, 10:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)
BetMGM College Football Odds: Arizona State by 6 1/2.
Series record: First meeting.
WHAT’S AT STAKE?
Arizona State and Mississippi State both had dominant wins in the season-opening weekend and now have a tougher challenge when they face each other on Saturday night. The Sun Devils are trying to build off an impressive 48-7 win over Wyoming and prove they might be a factor in the Big 12 race. Arizona State has never beaten an SEC opponent. Mississippi State plays its second game under new coach Jeff Lebby. The Bulldogs beat Eastern Kentucky 56-7 in their season opener..
KEY MATCHUP
Mississippi State QB Blake Shapen vs. the Arizona State defense. The Sun Devils scored a touchdown on the second play of their opener when Zyrus Fiaseu picked off a pass and returned it to the end zone. It was one of two interceptions on the day for Arizona State. Shapen had a great debut against Eastern Kentucky but will face a much tougher defense on Saturday.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Mississippi State: Shapen had a terrific first game with the Bulldogs, throwing for 247 yards and three touchdowns while also running for 44 yards and a TD against Eastern Kentucky. The 6-foot-1 senior played the previous three college seasons at Baylor with mixed success. Shapen has thrown a TD pass in 12 consecutive games dating to this time at Baylor in 2022.
Arizona State: RB Cam Skattebo led a balanced rushing attack against Wyoming, gaining 49 yards and scoring a touchdown. Skattebo was a do-it-all player for Arizona State last year, spending time at quarterback, running back and receiver. The Sun Devils might not need him to be as versatile this season, but he’s still a threat from just about anywhere on the field.
FACTS & FIGURES
Mississippi State had six different players score touchdowns against Eastern Kentucky. … The Bulldogs’ 93.7 passing grade in the opener was the second-best mark in all of the FBS, trailing only Purdue, according to Pro Football Focus. … Mississippi State’s Kevin Coleman Jr. returned five punts for 117 yards last week. … Arizona State was credited with just two missed tackles on defense in the opener, tied for the third-lowest tally among FBS schools. … Skattebo is 270 rushing yards away from reaching 3,000 in his career. He is 342 all-purpose yards away from reaching 4,000 and 202 receiving yards away from reaching 1,000.
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