Good morning! This week in men’s hoops is shaping up to be a good one! The Bulldogs will take on two opponents starting with Murray State for “Christmas at the Hump” Wednesday, and will follow that up with a matchup against North Texas for “Magnolia Madness” on Sunday in Tupelo, Mississippi.

What else did we throw into today’s Brew?

🏈 Another accolade for Bookie Watson
🏀 Women’s basketball recap
🐶 And much, much more!

🎥 LEACH’S SHIPWRECK

Remembering Coach Leach. Mike Leach was one-of-a-kind. On the first anniversary of his passing, go back through the HailState+ archive with us as Coach Leach shows State fans some of his prized possessions.

🎙️ DEAR OL’ STATE

Dear Ol’ State: Jans On A Rejuvenating Win And More. On the latest episode, Joel Coleman and Logan Lowery discuss the huge win MSU men's basketball earned over Tulane this past Saturday. Then the guys chat with head coach Chris Jans about what the victory meant for the team and what's ahead for the Bulldogs.

📈 STOCK UP

🔼 Dawg Pile. Another day, another new accolade for linebacker Bookie Watson to add to his career honors. The SEC’s leading tackler was selected as an AP All-American. Watson finished the season with 137 total tackles, sixth in the nation, and 10 sacks, tied for ninth in the nation. Watson concluded his time in Starkville having played in 57 games with 379 tackles, 35 tackles for loss, 21 sacks, along with two interceptions and three forced fumbles.

🔼 Never Looked Back. The Bulldogs jumped out to a big lead against Kennesaw State and never looked back in their 91-50 win at The Hump. The victory marked the second time this season the team has scored 90+ points and improved State to a 9-2 record.

Jessika Carter finished the game with a double-double that included a career-high 31 points and 13 rebounds. Jerkaila Jordan shot 50% from the field and added 19 points to the Bulldogs score while also getting it done on defense with four steals. Mjracle Sheppard also showed off her defense with an impressive seven steals on the night.

Next up, Sam Purcell and the Bulldogs will have a quick turnaround as they prepare to host Jackson State on Thursday at 6:30 p.m.

🔼 Dreams Achieved. The goal for every Bulldog student-athlete is to leave Starkville as a State alum, and this December, many Bulldogs turned their dreams into reality. Read about how Mississippi State’s student-athletes have taken advantage of the opportunities that were afforded to them.

🎁 FOR THE DAWGS ON THE NICE LIST

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🤔 BULLDOG TRIVIA

All Time. Bookie Watson has proved to be one of the best tacklers in the history of State football. Do you know where Watson's 379 career tackles rank in Mississippi State football history?

Think you know the answer? Scroll down to the bottom to find out!

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🐶 DAWG DAILY

Today’s Dawg Daily: Dawg Daily: Remembering Mike Leach. On the one-year mark of Mike Leach's passing, Neil Price drops in to talk all things Pirate. Tune in to hear some of the best memories Neil has of Leach and the long-lasting impact that he's made. 

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📆 LOOKING AHEAD

Tuesday 12/12

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Wednesday 12/13

🏀 Men’s Basketball vs. Murray State @ 6:30pm in Starkville, MS | Tickets | Watch | Listen | Live Stats

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🎉 TRIVIA ANSWER

Answer: Seventh!

Bookie Watson's 379 career tackles rank seventh all-time at Mississippi State.

🐶 Have a great Tuesday, y'all!