Bulldogs Set Purcell Era Scoring Record In Victory At UT Martin
State wins 114–68 behind Favour Nwaedozi’s 21 points and 14 rebounds. Cali Smallwood adds 17 points, while Reese Beaty records 12 points and 10 assists as the Bulldogs improve to 2–0.
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Women’s Hoops Set For First Road Contest
Will Simmons previews State’s first road game at UT Martin on Sunday at 2 p.m. CT on ESPN+. The Bulldogs enter after forcing 33 turnovers in their opening win over North Alabama.
'We had to show our standard' Nwaedozi gets a double-double as the Bulldogs only allow 27 points to UNA
Favour Nwaedozi explains how clearer defensive rotations and rebounding helped State improve after a sloppy first half, while praising newcomer Aryss Macktoon’s disruption.
Sam Purcell Q&A as Bulldogs bounce North Alabama in season opener (with partial rundown of player nicknames)
Purcell reviews State’s changing full-court defenses, energetic bench and offensive decisions that need improvement after the opening win.
Mississippi State takes down North Alabama 68-27 for an opening night win
State pulled away after halftime as its defense overwhelmed North Alabama, with Nwaedozi and Madison Francis leading the frontcourt before Sunday’s trip to UT Martin.
Defensive Minded Bulldogs Earn Opening Day Victory
State forced 33 turnovers and collected 20 steals in a 68–27 opening win over North Alabama, with Favour Nwaedozi posting a double-double.
Bulldogs To Open 53rd Season Against North Alabama
State opens Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Central against North Alabama, with returning leaders Madison Francis and Favour Nwaedozi joined by a rebuilt roster.
Francis Earns Spot On Katrina McClain Power Forward Of The Year Watch List
Madison Francis is among 20 preseason candidates for the nation's top power forward award. She returns after averaging 13.2 points and 7.4 rebounds while setting State's freshman blocks record.
Francis Named To Coaches’ Preseason All-SEC Second Team
SEC coaches select Madison Francis for their preseason second team. The sophomore returns after leading the nation in blocks per game as a freshman, with State opening the regular season against North Alabama on November 3.
‘There is no place like home’ Favour Nwaedozi is back and has added to her game
Favour Nwaedozi discusses returning to Starkville, expanding her shooting range and taking on more leadership. Jacob Bain reports on the center's offseason work and her connection with State's new teammates.
Mississippi State women’s basketball is slotted at nine in the preseason media poll
Jacob Bain reports that SEC media predict a ninth-place finish for State. Madison Francis, Favour Nwaedozi and Reese Beaty will join Sam Purcell at media days in Birmingham.
State 1878 Announces Women’s Hoops Exhibition Against Louisiana Tech
State will face Louisiana Tech at Tushka Arena in Choctaw on October 18 at 4 p.m. The exhibition precedes the November 3 regular-season opener against North Alabama.
Mississippi State WBK completes roster with second international addition
The Bulldogs complete the current roster with a second international addition ahead of the new season.