Michael Stamps

Michael Stamps

Joined: Nov 21, 2023

Michael Stamps is attending the University of Missouri pursuing a degree in journalism. He joined Missouri Tigers On SI as a recruiting writer in 2023, but his beats have subsequently included football and basketball, plus recruiting. Michael is from Papillion, Neb.

Missouri forward Trent Pierce (11) shoots against Miami guard Noam Dovrat (14) during the first half of an NCAA Tournament first-round game between Missouri and Miami on Friday, March 20, 2026, at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis.

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Miami (FL) Hurricanes guard Tre Donaldson (3) shoots for the basket during the second half against the Missouri Tigers during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Missouri guard Jayden Stone (17) celebrates a successful play during the first half of an NCAA Tournament first-round game between Missouri and Miami on Friday, March 20, 2026, at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis.

Jan 8, 2026; Glendale, AZ, USA; Mississippi Rebels quarterback Austin Simmons (13) against the Miami Hurricanes during the 2026 Fiesta Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Redshirt sophomore Jackson Sobel - Mizzou baseball defeated Southern Indiana, 14-6, at Taylor Stadium, March 10, 2026.

Baseball

The Tigers lost in brutal fashion to their biggest rivals across state lines.

Aug 28, 2025; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers offensive lineman Cayden Green (70) on the line of scrimmage against the Central Arkansas Bears during the game at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Football

The Tigers are experimenting with players at different positions on the offensive line during the spring, partially because of injury but also to find the best combination.

Feb 10, 2026; Coral Gables, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes guard Tre Donaldson (3) celebrates against the North Carolina Tar Heels during the second half at Watsco Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Basketball

Looking into what the Hurricanes bring to the table and how it could challenge Missouri in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

A baseball sits on the railing at Taylor Stadium in Columbia, Missouri.

Baseball

Your daily briefing on what’s going on with Mizzou athletics, including full TV listings.

Aug 28, 2025; Columbia, Missouri, USA; A general view of a Missouri Tigers helmet against the Central Arkansas Bears during the second half of the game at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Football

The Tigers have added a huge name to their 2027 recruiting class in a top-100 recruit.

Jan 3, 2026; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers center Trent Burns (7) celebrates his last-second shot at the end of the first half at Mizzou Arena.

Basketball

Player retention has become crucial in Missouri basketball's ability to find continual succes in the Dennis Gates era.

Oklahoma Sooners guard Xzayvier Brown (1) fights for the ball with Missouri Tigers center Shawn Phillips Jr. (15) as Missouri Tigers guard T.O. Barrett (5) watches during an NCAA men's basketball game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Missouri Tigers at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, Okla., Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Oklahoma won 80-64.

Basketball

The Tigers know what time they'll play on Friday night.

Feb 21, 2026; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Missouri Tigers head coach Dennis Gates during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. Arkansas won 94-86. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Basketball

Instant thoughts on where the Tigers landed in March Madness.

Clemson offensive coordinator Garrett Riley during the Pinstipe Bowl practice in Clemson, S.C. Monday, Dec. 15, 2025.

The Tigers have a brand-new quarterback room, featuring a new positional coach and three new players.

Mar 12, 2026; Nashville, TN, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Mouhamed Dioubate (23) head fakes Missouri Tigers forward Mark Mitchell (25) during the second half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Gates broke down one key moment and another key facet of the game that led to the loss.

Feb 21, 2026; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Missouri Tigers center Shawn Phillips Jr (15) dunks the ball during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. Arkansas won 94-86. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Follow along for updates from across the country regarding Missouri's potential seeding in the 2026 NCAA Tournament.

Missouri basketball reporters give their evaluation of the Tigers before the madness of March begins.