Tanner Shapiro

Tanner Shapiro

Joined: May 13, 2026

Tanner Shapiro is a senior at the University of Mississippi pursuing a degree in journalism with a minor in marketing. He is a staff writer for The Daily Mississippian, covering basketball and contributing sports coverage for the campus community. Outside of journalism, Tanner enjoys golfing, traveling, and spending time with friends.

Mississippi Rebels head coach Chris Beard talks to Mississippi Rebels forward Malik Dia (0) during a timeout in a NCAA men’s college basketball game at the Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss in Oxford, Miss. on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026.

Ole Miss head coach Pete Golding lifts the Sugar Bowl trophy after the Sugar Bowl and College Football Playoff quarterfinals at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, La., on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. Ole Miss defeated Georgia 39-34.

Nov 15, 2025; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State quarterback Alessio Milivojevic (11) hands the ball off to Michigan State running back Makhi Frazier (5) against Penn State in the third quarter at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brendan Mullin-Imagn Images

Ole Miss outfielder Hayden Federico (9) runs to third base during a NCAA baseball game between Tennessee and Ole Miss at Lindsey Nelson Stadium on April 18, 2026.

Auburn Tigers quarterback Deuce Knight (9) walks off the field after the game as Auburn Tigers take on Mercer Bears at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025. Auburn Tigers defeated the Mercer Bears 62-17.

Football

The future is bright for the talented quarterback in Oxford.

Ole Miss pitcher Cade Townsend (10) celebrates a strikeout during a NCAA baseball game between Tennessee and Ole Miss at Lindsey Nelson Stadium on April 18, 2026.

Baseball

Several Rebels could hear their names called in the 2026 MLB Draft.

Jun 1, 2025; Oxford, MS, USA; Mississippi Rebels head coach Mike Bianco reacts towards an umpire during the first inning against the Georgia Tech Yellowjackets. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Baseball

A strange umpire decision turned the entire momentum of the game around.

Jun 12, 2026; Omaha, NE, USA; Mississippi Rebels shortstop Owen Paino (6) hits a single against the North Carolina Tar Heels during the eighth inning at Charles Schwab Field. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Baseball

After a 6-2 loss to North Carolina, the Rebels are in unfamiliar territory this postseason.

Ole Miss head coach Mike Bianco (5) shouts to his players during the Governor's Cup game against Mississippi State at Trustmark Park in Pearl, Miss., Tuesday, April 25, 2023.

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Baseball

The Rebels are on the verge of their second national championship.

Jan 8, 2026; Glendale, AZ, USA; Mississippi Rebels running back Kewan Lacy (5) runs for a touchdown 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

Football

Heading into the 2026 season, Kewan Lacy has three matchups circled on the schedule.

Ole Miss Rebels' Walker Hooks (19) celebrates victory as Auburn Tigers take on Ole Miss Rebels during the NCAA Super Regional game two at Plainsman Park in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Ole Miss Rebels defeated Auburn Tigers 5-3 clinching the series.

Baseball

The Rebels will face several unfamiliar opponents in Omaha.

Ole Miss Rebels players celebrate victory as Auburn Tigers take on Ole Miss Rebels during the NCAA Super Regional game two at Plainsman Park in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Ole Miss Rebels defeated Auburn Tigers 5-3 clinching the series.

Baseball

The Rebels are set to take on UNC in what should be a thrilling first round matchup

Ole Miss head coach Mike Bianco (5) talks in the dugout during the game against Mississippi State in Oxford, Miss. on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Following a 5-3 win over Auburn, the Rebels took to the podium.

Jun 2, 2025; Oxford, MS, USA; Mississippi Rebels second base Judd Utermark (27) reacts with outfielder Isaac Humphrey (51) and first base Will Furniss (36) after a home run during the fourth inning against the Murray State Racers. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Ole Miss is headed to Omaha after defeating Auburn 5-3, sweeping the Tigers in two games. The Rebels were not necessarily sharp at the plate in this game, as Au

Jun 2, 2025; Oxford, MS, USA; Mississippi Rebels relief pitcher Hunter Elliott (26) pitches during the ninth inning against the Murray State Racers. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

The Rebels took care of business in a nail-biting victory over Auburn.

Sep 14, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns receiver Johntay Cook II (1) celebrates a touchdown catch during the game against UTSA at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron E. Martinez/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

The talented wide receiver joins an excellent receiving corps for the 2026 season.