Missouri State Bears News

Olympic Champion Lochte to Join Missouri State Swimming Staff

Missouri State University swimming and diving head coach Dave Collins announced today that one of the most decorated swimmers in American history is joining his staff. Six-time Olympic champion Ryan Lochte will join the Bears as an assistant coach for both the Missouri State men's and women's teams later this summer.

Date published: May 10, 2026

Baseball Bears Conclude Regular Season at Kennesaw State

Missouri State finishes regular season play this week with a three-game series at Kennesaw State. The Bears and Owls will play at 5 p.m. Central on Thursday and Friday before a noon Central finale on Saturday.

Date published: May 12, 2026

Gollert Named CUSA Hitter of the Week

Missouri State senior Taeg Gollert was named the Conference USA Hitter of the Week Monday, becoming the fourth Bear to earn the award this season.

Date published: May 11, 2026

Missouri State Announces Homecoming Weekend Dates

Missouri State University has announced 2026 homecoming dates for the weekend of November 13-14 on the Springfield campus.

Date published: May 11, 2026

Bears Cap Historic Home Season with Sweep of NMSU

Missouri State put the finishing touches on a 21-3 home record Sunday afternoon with a 7-6 victory over visiting New Mexico State to complete the series sweep.

Date published: May 10, 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

Bears Announce 2026 Volleyball Schedule

Missouri State's 2026 volleyball schedule features 11 home matches at Hammons Student Center and 28 overall, including a 16-match league slate for the Bears' second Conference USA season.

Date published: May 7, 2026

Baseball Clinches Series with 9-1 Win

Brock Lucas took a no-hitter into the seventh inning and Taeg Gollert drove in five runs for the second consecutive game to lead the Bears to a 9-1 victory over New Mexico State Saturday at Route 66 Stadium.

Date published: May 9, 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

Bears Use Nine-Run Sixth for Series-Opening Win Over Aggies

Missouri State scored nine runs in the sixth inning Friday at Route 66 Stadium to earn a 14-8 victory over visiting New Mexico State in the Conference USA series opener.

Date published: May 8, 2026