Dear Ol' State is a Hail State podcast hosted by Senior Writer Joel Coleman and Assistant Coordinator of Communications Logan Lowery as they discuss current events, as well as welcome guests to highlight the heroes, moments and stories of Mississippi Stat
A busy weekend awaits on campus – from a home match for undefeated Mississippi State soccer, to a Saturday football tilt for the Bulldogs against Arkansas. Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery discuss it all and welcome in head soccer coach James Armstrong to discuss his program. Plus, hear from head football coach Mike Leach as his Dawgs get set for the Razorbacks. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
In a battle of maroon, it was all Bulldogs. Mississippi State took down Texas A&M in convincing fashion on Saturday. On the latest episode of Dear Ol' State, Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery discuss the victory and bring you postgame thoughts from Mike Leach, Emmanuel Forbes, Dillon Johnson, Decamerion Richardson and Will Rogers. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
He once wrote a letter to Mike Leach expressing his desire to work for the legendary head coach. Well, it worked. MSU special teams coach Eric Mele joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to tell his unique story, as well as evaluate his guys. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Christian MacLeod will forever be a Bulldog legend after being a huge piece of the pitching staff that won the 2021 National Championship. On the latest Dear Ol' State, the current Minnesota Twins farmhand stops by for a visit with Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to talk about his present and relive the past. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
On the latest Dear Ol' State, Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery give you a look at what's happening with Mississippi State men's basketball as they welcome in assistant coach James Miller, as well as players Tolu Smith and Kimani Hamilton. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
A battle of Maroon and White is on the horizon as Mississippi State football gets set to host Texas A&M on Saturday. Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery discuss the tilt between the Bulldogs and Aggies and bring you Mike Leach's Monday press conference. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Offense. Defense. Special Teams. Mississippi State dominated Bowling Green in all phases of the game on Saturday. Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery look back at the Bulldogs' win and bring you thoughts from Mike Leach, Will Rogers and Caleb Ducking. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Mississippi State offensive line coach Mason Miller joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to discuss his impressions of his position group before providing an entertaining walk through his past. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
On the latest Dear Ol' State with Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery, hear from MSU men's basketball players KeShawn Murphy, Dashawn Davis, Tyler Stevenson and Jamel Horton as they discuss hoops, hobbies and more. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Under Mike Leach, Mississippi State football has a reputation for being resilient. On the latest Dear Ol' State, Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery discuss how the Bulldogs can now show that trait once again in 2022, then bring you Leach's weekly press conference. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
On the heels of the weekend, Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery recap Mississippi State's football tilt down at LSU and then visit with head volleyball coach Julie Darty Dennis ahead of the Bulldogs' SEC opener coming up Wednesday. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
You're aware Mississippi State defensive line coach Jeff Phelps knows what he's doing when instructing his guys how to excel in the trenches, but he's also an expert at the grill. On another episode of Dear Ol' State, Phelps joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to discuss it all ahead of Saturday's game at LSU. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
On the debut day for HailState+, general manager/former MSU quarterback/current radio analyst Matt Wyatt joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to discuss the new hub for premium Mississippi State content, then looks ahead to Saturday night down in Death Valley. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
They're veterans in college basketball, but new to Mississippi State. On the latest Dear Ol' State with Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery, forward Will McNair, Jr. and guard Eric Reed, Jr. drop by the show to introduce themselves to the MSU family. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Do your job. Aim to go 1-0 this week. Those are just a couple of the things Mike Leach preaches to his Bulldogs. That's not changing this week either as Mississippi State heads to LSU for a Saturday night game. On the latest Dear Ol' State, Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery delve into the MSU mindset and bring you Leach's weekly press conference ahead of the matchup against the Tigers. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
The Dawgs are 2-0! On the heels of a 39-17 Mississippi State football win over Arizona this past Saturday, Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery discuss the victory and bring you postgame reaction from head coach Mike Leach, quarterback Will Rogers and linebacker Nathaniel Watson. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
After a fantastic showing against Memphis, Mississippi State's receivers will look for a repeat performance this Saturday at Arizona. On the latest episode of Dear Ol' State, MSU outside receivers coach Steve Spurrier, Jr. joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to talk about his guys. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
After a fantastic showing against Memphis, Mississippi State's receivers will look for a repeat performance this Saturday at Arizona. On the latest episode of Dear Ol' State, MSU outside receivers coach Steve Spurrier, Jr. joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to talk about his guys. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
After a fantastic showing against Memphis, Mississippi State's receivers will look for a repeat performance this Saturday at Arizona. On the latest episode of Dear Ol' State, MSU outside receivers coach Steve Spurrier, Jr. joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to talk about his guys. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
We're getting closer to the weekend and Mississippi State football's duel in the desert against Arizona. Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery chat about the Bulldogs' battle against the Wildcats and share comments from Dillon Johnson and Mike Leach – who also throws in a little marriage advice. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
We're getting closer to the weekend and Mississippi State football's duel in the desert against Arizona. Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery chat about the Bulldogs' battle against the Wildcats and share comments from Dillon Johnson and Mike Leach – who also throws in a little marriage advice. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Mississippi State is set to head west to Arizona for a Saturday night game against the Wildcats. On the latest episode of Dear Ol' State, Associate Athletic Director of Football Operations David Wilczewski joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to discuss the planning of the trip, as well as hits on organizing road trips in general and managing lightning delays, like the one MSU had against Memphis last Saturday. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Mississippi State is set to head west to Arizona for a Saturday night game against the Wildcats. On the latest episode of Dear Ol' State, Associate Athletic Director of Football Operations David Wilczewski joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to discuss the planning of the trip, as well as hits on organizing road trips in general and managing lightning delays, like the one MSU had against Memphis last Saturday. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Mississippi State is set to head west to Arizona for a Saturday night game against the Wildcats. On the latest episode of Dear Ol' State, Associate Athletic Director of Football Operations David Wilczewski joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to discuss the planning of the trip, as well as hits on organizing road trips in general and managing lightning delays, like the one MSU had against Memphis last Saturday. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Mississippi State men's golf opens up its 2022 fall schedule on Wednesday at the Frederica Cup, but before that, Bulldogs head coach Dusty Smith joined Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to talk about his group as they head into a new year. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
There was an electric atmosphere. There was an electric performance. And yes, there was a little electricity in the sky as well. When it was all said and done, Mississippi State football had a strong start to the 2022 season with a 49-23 win over Memphis. Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery break it all down and bring you comments from Mike Leach, Jett Johnson and Will Rogers on a victory edition of Dear Ol' State. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
There was an electric atmosphere. There was an electric performance. And yes, there was a little electricity in the sky as well. When it was all said and done, Mississippi State football had a strong start to the 2022 season with a 49-23 win over Memphis. Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery break it all down and bring you comments from Mike Leach, Jett Johnson and Will Rogers on a victory edition of Dear Ol' State. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
It's about that time! Prior to Mississippi State football's season opener against Memphis, Bulldogs running backs coach Jason Washington stops by to visit with Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery as Washington discusses his new role on this year's coaching staff and gives an overall glimpse at this year's State squad. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Ahead of his team's first event of the fall season at Pebble Beach, Mississippi State women's golf head coach Charlie Ewing joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to preview and give insight on his Bulldogs. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Unbeaten through the first four matches this season, Mississippi State soccer is rolling. On the latest Dear Ol' State, head soccer coach James Armstrong visits with Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery and discusses what's led to his team's hot start and what's key in trying to keep it up. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
At long last, it's here. Mississippi State opens up its 2022 football season on Saturday, and when they do, the Bulldogs will hit the field with a ton of experience. Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery take a look at many of the pieces MSU will have to work with and bring you a few thoughts from head coach Mike Leach. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
A year after leading Mississippi State to the NCAA Tournament, Last season's Southeastern Conference Coach of the Year Julie Darty Dennis joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery on the latest episode of Dear Ol' State to look ahead to a new campaign. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Football season is close, but it also won't be long until November when the Mississippi State basketball teams return to the court. On the latest episode of Dear Ol' State, Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery check in with MSU hoops head coaches Chris Jans and Sam Purcell to see what's been going on with their programs. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
They help make up a talented Mississippi State secondary and now, they're the latest guests on Dear Ol' State. Safeties Jalen Green and Collin Duncan join Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to talk about defense and life off the field. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
On the latest edition of Dear Ol' State, Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery begin looking ahead to the 2022 football season as they chat with Mississippi State receivers Austin Williams and Jaden Walley. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Several Bulldog track and field athletes are competing for world titles on Saturday. On the latest Dear Ol' State, Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery welcome in fellow MSU communications staffers Brian Ogden and Jen Smith to preview it all. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Only a few hours before heading out to the park to continue his professional baseball career in the Cleveland Guardians organization, former Mississippi State catcher/infielder Gavin Collins joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery for a stroll down memory lane on the latest episode of Dear Ol' State. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
From being a standout for Mississippi State softball to catfish noodling, Brylie St. Clair can do it all. She joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to discuss it on the latest edition of Dear Ol' State. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
On the latest Dear Ol' State, come hear from four more members of the MSU women's basketball team as JerKaila Jordan, Ahlana Smith, Anastasia Hayes and Asianae Johnson drop by and visit with Joel Coleman to discuss team chemistry, individual workouts and much more. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Rockey Felker bleeds maroon and white. On the latest episode of Dear Ol' State, the former Bulldog quarterback and coach sits down with Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to discuss how he fell in love with MSU as well as looks back his playing and coaching career. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
He's one of the best offensive linemen in Mississippi State history with perhaps the greatest nickname of any Bulldog ever. Pork Chop Womack joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery on the latest edition of Dear Ol' State to tell a few stories and look back on his legendary career. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
On the latest Dear Ol' State, Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery discuss the reveal of The Balconies at Davis Wade Stadium before MSU women's basketball players Denae Carter, Kourtney Weber and Debreasha Powe join the show for a hoops update now that summer workouts are in full swing. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
He had an outstanding big league career, but Paul Maholm will always be a Mississippi State Bulldog. On the latest Dear Ol' State, Maholm joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to look back on his playing days and more. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
After a couple of years at Wake Forest, Rhett Hobart has returned to Mississippi State as Executive Senior Associate A.D. of External Affairs. On the latest Dear Ol' State, Hobart joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to discuss coming home and his plan to try and take MSU sports atmospheres up another level. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
They both had decisions to make, but D.J. Jeffries and Shakeel Moore both ultimately decided to return to Mississippi State for the upcoming basketball season. Jeffries and Moore join Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to discuss what went into their decisions and more on the latest edition of Dear Ol' State. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Former Mississippi State quarterback Omarr Conner knows a thing or two about offense and after a recent trip to Starkville, he's loving what he's seeing this spring from the Bulldogs. Conner joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to discuss all that, plus reflect back on his time in maroon and white. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Summer workouts have started for the Mississippi State men's basketball team. With a new-look group of Bulldogs hitting the court, Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery take a quick look at the additions, plus chat with a couple of MSU veterans – Cameron Matthews and Tolu Smith. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Summer workouts have started and new Mississippi State women's basketball head coach Sam Purcell's first Bulldog team is going hard. On the latest Dear Ol' State, Purcell sits down with Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to give a status update on his squad, his staff and his first several weeks as the MSU leader. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
He's the newest member of the Mississippi State men's basketball family, but it's not his first stint as a Bulldog. On the latest episode, new MSU hoops strength and conditioning coach Dominick Walker joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to get welcomed back to Starkville and reintroduced to the maroon and white faithful. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
Fresh off a year that saw Mississippi State softball host a Super Regional after becoming the first-ever team to knock off a national No. 2 seed in the Regional round, Bulldog assistant coach Tyler Bratton joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to reminisce on the season that was and look ahead at the ones to come. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.
These days, Brittany Thackery is an unsung hero for the duties she performs for the Mississippi State football team as Director of Player Personnel. But before the present, she was a standout softball star at Arizona – who the MSU softball team just so happens to be hosting this weekend in an NCAA Super Regional. On the latest show, Thackery joins Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery to discuss her current duties as well as her feelings headed into this weekend as her alma mater takes on her employer. The Dear Ol' State podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Just search for Dear Ol' State.