Magnolia Fields

Maroon Momentum: The Rise of MSU's Soccer and Basketball Programs

MaxxSouth Sports Season 1 Episode 29

This episode focuses on the impressive performance of the Mississippi State soccer team and the highly anticipated upcoming season of the Mississippi State men's and women's basketball teams. 

The hosts, Tanner Marlar and Cody Blaszczak, discuss the soccer team's remarkable turnaround under head coach James Armstrong, highlighting their historic season and the potential for deep postseason runs. The conversation covers the soccer team's impressive 17-1 record, their close loss to a highly ranked Wake Forest team, and their upcoming SEC tournament matchup against South Carolina. The hosts also delve into the expectations and early impressions of the men's and women's basketball teams, analyzing the potential of standout players like Josh Hubbard and Jerkaila Jordan. 

The hosts analyze the defensive prowess of the soccer team, noting their ability to shut out opponents, and discuss the challenges of facing a familiar opponent in the SEC tournament. They also explore the scoring potential and defensive concerns of the men's basketball team, as well as the versatility and depth of the women's squad. 

Additionally, they discuss the growing excitement and record-breaking attendance numbers for the soccer team, considering the potential for even larger crowds as the team advances deeper into the postseason. They also touch on the proposed "MaxxSouth Sports All-Star Weekend," featuring a skills challenge, dunk contest, and three-point shootout among the hosts and staff.

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[CHAPTERS]
00:00:00 Maroon & White: Mississippi State Soccer
00:04:20 Preview: Mississippi State vs Tennessee
00:09:39 Mississippi State Men's Basketball
00:13:43 Don't worry about Mississippi State's rebounding in game 1
00:18:45 No Losses So Far This season
00:25:24 Mississippi State Basketball Interview
00:28:59 MaxxSouth Sports All-Star Weekend