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
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
Baseball Wraps Home Schedule with NMSU, Sunday's Game at Meador Park
Missouri State closes out the home schedule this weekend with a three-game series against New Mexico State.The Bears and Aggies will meet at 11 a.m. Friday and 10:45 a.m. Saturday at Route 66 Stadium, then transition to Meador Park for an 11 a.m.
Date published: May 7, 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
Couluris Joins Men's Basketball Coaching Staff
Missouri State men's basketball coach Cuonzo Martin announced today (May 7) the addition of Nick Couluris as assistant coach on his staff for the upcoming season.
Date published: May 7, 2026
Missouri State Introduces Paciolan Ticketing & Marketing Technology Partnership
Missouri State University announced today a new campus-wide ticketing and marketing technology partnership with industry leader Paciolan beginning in early summer. Through the collaboration, Paciolan's digital ticketing platform will provide fans and patrons of Bears Athletics and all other on-campus events held at Great Southern Bank Arena, Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, John Goodman Amphitheatre and Coger Theatre an enhanced customer experience from purchase to event entry.
Date published: May 7, 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