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Western Kentucky was supposed to be a Conference USA powerhouse this season, and if it’s going to happen, it has to happen now. Getting rocked by Georgia and Indiana by a combined score of 108-20 is fine – the checks for those games cleared.

Missouri State Bears News / A to Z Sports / September 6

Texas A&M’s shutout win over Missouri State showed off one major strength that should put the rest of the SEC on notice

Texas A&M had a strong showing to open the season against Missouri State and the play of the defense is something that should concern the rest of the SEC.

Missouri State Bears News / SwimSwam / July 23

Missouri State Swim & Dive Announces 2026-27 Schedule

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam Courtesy: Missouri State Athletics SPRINGFIELD – Missouri State swimming & diving completed its 2026-27 schedule, head coach Dave Collins announced Thursday.

Missouri State Bears News / SwimSwam / June 12

Missouri State’s Lana Janson Receives CUSA Jim Castañeda Postgraduate Scholarship

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam Courtesy: Missouri State Athletics SPRINGFIELD – Missouri State swimming and diving alumna Lana Janson, from Cape Town, South Africa, was selected as one of 10 2026 CUSA Jim Castañeda Postgraduate Scholarship recipients, the league announced this week.

Missouri State Bears News / SwimSwam / May 15

Winter Juniors Qualifier Maddy Timson Announces Verbal Commitment To Missouri State For Fall 2027

By Sean Griffin on SwimSwam Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination.

Ryan Lochte News / SwimSwam / May 12

Ryan Lochte to Get $34.10 Hourly For Missouri State Coaching, Will Have Full-Time Responsibilities

By Madeline Folsom on SwimSwam World Record holder and Olympian Ryan Lochte will be making $34.10 an hour for some of his coaching responsibilities at Missouri State, and he will be working full-time.

Missouri State Bears News / Field Level Media / May 12

Swimming legend Ryan Lochte named to Missouri State coaching staff

Ryan Lochte, winner of 12 Olympic swimming medals, is joining the coaching staff at Missouri State. His official hiring as an assistant coach for the men's and women's teams at the school is pending formal approval by the university board of governors at its June meeting.

Ryan Lochte News / College Sports Only / May 11

Missouri State Hires Decorated Olympian As Men’s Swimming Assistant

Missouri State’s swim team is adding a LOT of hardware to its coaching staff. Olympic legend Ryan Lochte is bringing his talents to Missouri State. Lochte attended the University of Florida, where he was a 24-time All-American in swimming.

Ryan Lochte News / SwimSwam / May 10

Ryan Lochte Making Coaching Debut As Assistant Coach At Missouri State

By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam 12-time Olympic medalist and current World Record holder Ryan Lochte will join the Missouri State coaching staff for the upcoming 2026-2027 season as an assistant coach, the school announced.

Missouri State Bears News / SwimSwam / February 28

Missouri State Freshman Kiefer Roemer Earns NCAA Bid with 52.5 100 BR on Day 3 of MVC Champs

By Spencer Penland on SwimSwam Dates: Wednesday, February 25–Saturday, February 28 Location: Deaconess Aquatic Center, Evansville, IN Defending Champions:

Missouri State Bears News / SwimSwam / February 26

Missouri State Freshman Zach Mendez Cracks MVC Record in 500 Free on Day 1 of MVC Champs

By Spencer Penland on SwimSwam Dates: Wednesday, February 25–Saturday, February 28 Location: Deaconess Aquatic Center, Evansville, IN Defending Champions:

Missouri State Bears News / ESPN / December 18

Sources: Missouri State finalizing hire of SMU OC

Missouri State is finalizing a five-year deal to hire SMU offensive coordinator Casey Woods as its next head coach, sources told ESPN.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 18

Missouri State vs. Arkansas State Prediction: Xbox Bowl Preview

College football’s 2025-26 postseason continues Thursday night with the Xbox Bowl featuring Missouri State and Arkansas State. These two programs are separated by less than 250 miles, but this matchup in Frisco, Texas, is just the fourth all-time meeting between the Bears and Red Wolves.

Missouri State Bears News / Mike Farrell Sports / December 17

Updated List of Head Coach Candidates for Missouri State (12/17)

With the departure of Ryan Beard to Coastal Carolina, Missouri State has spent the last week hunting for its next head coach. Here are five names that have emerged.

Missouri State Bears News / Mike Farrell Sports / December 13

Possible Head Coach Candidates for Missouri State

We wouldn’t usually say 7-5 is a fantastic season, but for Missouri State it is exactly that. In your first year in the FBS and going to a bowl game is outpacing everyone’s expectations.

Missouri State Bears News / ESPN / December 11

Chanticleers hire Missouri State's Beard as HC

Ryan Bears, who was 19-16 at Missouri State as he guided the Bears through the transition from FCS to FBS, has been hired as the new head coach at Coastal Carolina.

Missouri State Bears News / SwimSwam / November 13

Summer Juniors Qualifier Elias Mendez Sends Verbal to Missouri State Class of 2030

By Reid Carlson on SwimSwam Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination.

Missouri State Bears News / College Football News / October 29

FIU vs Missouri State Prediction: Can the Bears Stay Hot?

Missouri State is taking full advantage of its friends-without-benefits deal with Conference USA and life in the FBS. The Bears, along with Delaware, aren’t eligible for the CUSA title or a bowl game - it’s their first year in the upper ranks of college football - but that’s not stopping either one of them from having their fun.

Missouri State Bears News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20, 2025

College football player dies in accidental shooting

A Missouri State football player died Saturday following what police are calling an accidental shooting. Todric McGee, a 21-year-old safety, died of injuries he sustained at his residence, the school announced in a statement.

Missouri State Bears News / The Spun / April 19, 2025

Missouri State Releases Statement On Football Player's Tragic Death

A college football player at Missouri State died on Saturday at the age of 21, and the program has released a statement on his passing. "The Missouri State University family is mourning the loss of senior football player Todric McGee," the school said on Saturday afternoon.

Missouri State Bears News / G5 Football on SI / February 7, 2025