Charlie Lanehart

Joined: Mar 10, 2026

Sport Management Undergraduate at the University of Southern Mississippi. Writer covering Southern Miss athletics for Southern Miss Golden Eagles On SI.

Jackson Estes at the plate for PRCC during the 2026 season.

Auburn Tigers quarterback Byrum Brown (17) runs the ball as Auburn Tigers take on Southern Miss Golden Eagles at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026. Auburn Tigers defeated Southern Miss Golden Eagles 43-8.

Ethan Hampton (5) at Southern Miss Fall Camp at The Rock.

The Sun Belt Conference championship belt was on display at Sun Belt Football Media Day in New Orleans.

While the Golden Eagles start the season against Alcorn State at home this Saturday, there'll be multiple games around the Sun Belt Conference to keep a close eye on.

Southern Miss freshman utility player Shaun Cover poses during a Golden Eagles photoshoot.

Cover's resume throughout high school should catch many eyes within the Southern Miss fan base early on in his career.

Trey Barnes soaks in the moment after helping Petal win a state championship.

A look at Barnes' high school production, championship run at Petal and what his former coach believes he could bring to Southern Miss.

Bankston Walters shows emotion on the mound for PCS.

Growing up in the Hattiesburg area, Walters grew up wanting to play baseball for the Golden Eagles one day. Now, his dream is becoming a reality.

Southern Miss players break out of a huddle after a spring game at M.M. Roberts Stadium in Hattiesburg, Miss., on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

Southern Miss Golden Eagles On SI provides a full breakdown of USM football's 2026 roster.

Retaining redshirt-senior wide receiver Davis Dalton brings much-needed experience to a completely revamped Golden Eagle football roster.

Coach Christian Ostrander and his staff landed an experienced two-way player from East Central Community College in the transfer portal.

With the departure of graduating second baseman Kyle Morrison, Coach Ostrander and Ladd Rhodes landed a talented and experienced infielder out of the Transfer Portal from UAB.

The Golden Eagles landed a versatile JUCO left-handed batter in Brock Clayton last week. Where will he end up in the lineup?

With the departure of Coach Steve Bieser, Jacksonville State hired long-time Golden Eagles hitting coach Travis Creel in hopes of continuing the momentum the Gamecocks built in 2026.

To be one of the final eight teams remaining at the MCWS in Omaha, Nebraska, pitching depth is essential. Led by recruiting coordinator Ladd Rhodes, the Golden Eagles got their next stud from Poplarville, Mississippi.

Southern Miss Golden Eagles On SI provides a detailed, insightful breakdown of the USM baseball team's 2027 roster that will continue to be updated as the offseason progresses.

Charlie Lanehart

Joined: Mar 10, 2026

Coming to the 'Burg: 3 PRCC Baseball Players Commit to Southern Miss

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'No Doubt Decision': 2028 Commit Kingston Adams Excited for Southern Miss Opportunity

BREAKING: Southern Miss Names Ethan Hampton Starting QB Ahead of Season Opener vs. Alcorn

Top 5 Sun Belt Games Southern Miss Fans Should Monitor in Week 1

Southern Miss Freshman Shaun Cover is Bringing a Versatile Skillset to Pete Taylor Park

Why Petal Coach Sees Star Potential in Southern Miss Freshman Trey Barnes

Hometown Kid: Bankston Walters Bringing 'Elite Work Ethic and Energy' to Southern Miss

2026 USM Football Roster: Returning Players, New Additions, and More

Southern Miss WR Davis Dalton Determined To 'End Career On The Right Note'

What to Know About USM Baseball's Latest Transfer, Luke Williams

What to Know About USM Baseball's Latest Infielder Transfer, Brady Waugh

What to Know About USM Baseball's Latest JUCO Signee, Brock Clayton

BREAKING: USM Hitting Coach Travis Creel Hired as Jacksonville State Head Coach

What to Know About USM Baseball's Latest JUCO Pitcher Signee

2027 USM Baseball Roster: Returning Players, New Additions, Transfer Portal Updates