Missouri State Bears News

Record-Breaking Athletics Class Set for Friday Commencement

A record total of 113 current and former Missouri State University student-athletes will participate in the university's commencement ceremonies Friday at Great Southern Bank Arena on the Springfield campus. These student-athletes have completed -- or will be completing -- their undergraduate and post-graduate requirements this spring and summer.

Date published: May 5, 2026

Koranda Earns Spot on CUSA All-Freshman Team

DALLAS – Missouri State softball's Emily Koranda was named to the Conference USA All-Freshman Team, the league announced today (May 5).

Date published: May 5, 2026

Lady Bears Sign Transfer Landon Forbes; Cunningham Finalizes Roster

SPRINGFIELD – Missouri State women's basketball head coach Beth Cunningham announced today the signing of transfer Landon Forbes. Forbes has one year of eligibility remaining.

Date published: May 5, 2026

Alumni Association to Host KC and St. Louis Events Featuring Casey Woods

The Missouri State University Alumni Association will be hosting a pair of regional "Bear Gatherings" in early June, giving alumni, fans and friends the opportunity to connect with university leadership and meet new head football coach Casey Woods.

Date published: May 4, 2026

Koranda Tabbed CUSA Pitcher of the Week

DALLAS – Missouri State softball's Emily Koranda was named the Conference USA Pitcher of the Week after her performance against New Mexico State, the league announced today.

Date published: May 4, 2026

Tuesday’s Home Baseball Game Canceled

Due to rain and thunderstorms in the forecast Tuesday in Springfield, Missouri State's scheduled 11 a.m. game tomorrow with Kansas State at Route 66 Stadium has been canceled. The game will not be rescheduled.

Date published: May 4, 2026

Mo State Athletics Hits the Road for 417 Caravan

issouri State Athletics will soon be making a three-stop spring caravan through the "417" region. The series of free fan outreach events will feature fellowship with Bears coaches and administrators in a unique, family-friendly atmosphere.

Date published: April 16, 2026

Jax State Spoils Senior Day for Baseball Bears

Visiting Jacksonville State won the rubber match of the weekend Conference USA series against Missouri State by an 11-4 final Sunday afternoon at Route 66 Stadium.

Date published: May 3, 2026

Revised Football Schedule Announced by Conference USA

After reaching a resolution with Louisiana Tech earlier this week, Conference USA officials announced a revised 2026 conference football schedule early Wednesday (April 29), with each of the league's remaining 10 teams retaining an eight-game slate for the upcoming season.

Date published: April 29, 2026

Bears Hit Their Stride in Record Weekend at SMU

Missouri State track and field put together one of its strongest late-season outings of the outdoor campaign at the SMU Invitational, earning three event victories and adding six marks to the program's all-time top-10 list at Washburne Track and Field Stadium.

Date published: May 2, 2026