Sports Zone Saturday: Nick Suss live from Ole Miss

Posted: Oct 10, 2020 / 10:13 AM CDT / Updated: Oct 10, 2020 / 10:13 AM CDT

Nick Suss of the Clarion Ledger joins us live to break down today’s matchup with No. 2 Alabama.

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Mississippi’s Sarah Thomas first woman to officiate in a Super Bowl

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) - Mississippi native Sarah Thomas will make history as the first woman to officiate in a Super Bowl. According to the NFL, Thomas, who is from Pascagoula, will be the down judge for Super Bowl LV on Sunday, February 7, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.

Referee Carl Cheffers will lead the seven-person crew of on-field game officials.

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2021 Governor’s Cup canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic

PEARL, Miss. (WJTV) - The Ole Miss and Mississippi State baseball teams announced the 2021 Governor's Cup has been canceled.

In a joint statement, the teams said, "Due to scheduling and logistical challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Ole Miss and Mississippi State have agreed that the Governor's Cup game in Pearl will not be played this year. While we are disappointed for our loyal fans in the Jackson area, we look forward to seeing our storied rivalry renewed during the scheduled three-game series April 16-18."

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