The voice of and for USM students

SM2
USM Music Ed Majors Face Heavy Demands
USM Music Ed Majors Face Heavy Demands
April 16, 2025
Hattiesburg Hosts Hub City Classic Car Show
Hattiesburg Hosts Hub City Classic Car Show
April 16, 2025
GONZO247 Brings Vibrant Art to Hattiesburg
GONZO247 Brings Vibrant Art to Hattiesburg
April 16, 2025
Hattiesburg Raising Cane’s Restaurant Leader Miles Underwood with the Golden Plush Puppy.
Local Restaurant Fundraiser Supports Animal Shelter
April 16, 2025
Students enjoying Drop the Mic in 2024.
Spirit of Southern Hosts Drop the Mic
April 16, 2025
Coastal Mississippi-based indie rock band SAINT SOCIAL recently performed their highly anticipated debut ticketed show at The Sanctuary in Biloxi.
SAINT SOCIAL Debuts First Ticketed Show in Biloxi
February 19, 2025
A Little Free Library is pictured outside of the Cook Library at the University of Southern Mississippi.
USM Senior Revitalizes Little Free Libraries
January 29, 2025
USM's Jose Mendez catches up on research.
Jose Mendez: A Student’s Journey to Construction Management Success
December 5, 2024
Mika Singh
Bollywood Star Reflects on Musical Journey and Offers Advice
November 13, 2024
Boyette Relishes in Royalty
Boyette Relishes in Royalty
November 13, 2024
Book Review: Sunrise on the Reaping
Book Review: Sunrise on the Reaping
April 2, 2025
Album Review: Based on a True Story is Not Will Smith’s Shining Hour
Album Review: Based on a True Story is Not Will Smith’s Shining Hour
April 2, 2025
Review: Tate McRae Releases Highly Anticipated Album
Review: Tate McRae Releases Highly Anticipated Album
March 26, 2025
Album Listening Parties Boost Sales at Indie Record Stores
Album Listening Parties Boost Sales at Indie Record Stores
March 26, 2025
A music fan listens to Chappell Roan's “The Giver.”
Chappell Roan’s “The Giver” Brings Queer Representation to Country Music
March 19, 2025
USM student Alexander Starns is a member of the Anime Club and enjoys cosplaying.
USM Anime Club Kicks Off New Season
February 12, 2025
REVIEW: Tyler, the Creator's New Album Gaining Traction
REVIEW: Tyler, the Creator’s New Album Gaining Traction
December 4, 2024
The SwitchYard, located in downtown Hattiesburg.
The SwitchYard becoming a hit with college students
September 11, 2024
DJ Kujho at a recent Southern Miss event.
DJ Kujho continues to impact USM, Hattiesburg, and beyond
September 11, 2024
The Oscars were surprisingly good this year
The Oscars were surprisingly good this year
March 21, 2024
Jacee Fields
USM Golfer to Pursue FBI Career
April 16, 2025
Members of the USM Women's Golf Team pose with their awards after winning the University of Louisiana-Monroe (ULM) Invitational.
USM Women’s Golf Captures ULM Invitational Title
April 9, 2025
Southern Miss baseball head coach Christian Ostrander.
Alabama Tops USM in Baseball 10-6
April 9, 2025
Joshua Moore races during the Mississippi 50.
Local Teacher Sets Records in Mississippi 50 Race
April 9, 2025
Haiden Lowery at a recent Southern Miss Golden Eagle Pickleball Club practice.
Haiden Lowery Builds USM Pickleball Community
April 9, 2025
Southern Miss Today 03.11.2025
Southern Miss Today 03.11.2025
March 11, 2025
News You Need February 28, 2025
News You Need February 28, 2025
February 28, 2025
Southern Miss Today 02.27.2025
Southern Miss Today 02.27.2025
February 27, 2025
Southern Miss Today 02.25.2025
Southern Miss Today 02.25.2025
February 25, 2025
News You Need February 21, 2025
News You Need February 21, 2025
February 21, 2025
Southern Miss Today 03.11.2025
Southern Miss Today 03.11.2025
March 11, 2025
Southern Miss Today 02.27.2025
Southern Miss Today 02.27.2025
February 27, 2025
Southern Miss Today 02.25.2025
Southern Miss Today 02.25.2025
February 25, 2025
Southern Miss Today 02.20.2025
Southern Miss Today 02.20.2025
February 20, 2025
Southern Miss Today 02.18.2025
Southern Miss Today 02.18.2025
February 18, 2025
News You Need February 28, 2025
News You Need February 28, 2025
February 28, 2025
News You Need February 21, 2025
News You Need February 21, 2025
February 21, 2025
News You Need February 14, 2025
News You Need February 14, 2025
February 14, 2025
News You Need February 07, 2024
News You Need February 07, 2024
February 7, 2025
News You Need November 15, 2024
News You Need November 15, 2024
November 15, 2024
Breaking Story - USM hires Charles Huff
Breaking Story – USM hires Charles Huff
December 9, 2024
Hub City Game Day Season 1, Episode 5
Hub City Game Day Season 1, Episode 5
November 23, 2024
Breaking Story - Will Hall fired
Breaking Story – Will Hall fired
October 21, 2024
Hub City Game Day Season 1, Episode 4
Hub City Game Day Season 1, Episode 4
October 19, 2024
Hub City Game Day Season 1, Episode 3
Hub City Game Day Season 1, Episode 3
October 5, 2024
Season 4, Ep. 3: Men’s basketball’s Austin Crowley and Assistant Coach Nick Williams join the show to talk all about Men’s Basketball.
January 23, 2023
Southern Miss Beach Volleyball joins Sun Belt as league adds sport
Southern Miss Beach Volleyball joins Sun Belt as league adds sport
January 20, 2023
Season 4, Ep. 2: Heath Hinton of Big Gold Nation joins the show to talk Austin Armstrong news and recruiting, Update on basketball, and what we did over the break!
Season 4, Ep. 2: Heath Hinton of Big Gold Nation joins the show to talk Austin Armstrong news and recruiting, Update on basketball, and what we did over the break!
January 17, 2023
4th Street Sports Show, Season 3 – Episode 8
October 17, 2022
4th Street Sports Show, Season 3 – Episode 7
October 12, 2022
The voice of and for USM students

SM2
The voice of and for USM students

SM2
All content by Makayla Puckett
Southern Miss sports are cancelled because of COVID-19. Photo by Makayla Puckett.

NCAA and COVID-19 cancel winter, spring sports

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
March 21, 2020
The First donates funds to Bower Academic Center

The First donates funds to Bower Academic Center

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
March 10, 2020
Drew Boyd sits in the dugout between innings. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

Baseball falls to in-state rival Ole Miss

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
February 25, 2020
Charlie Fischer celebrates on second base during game against Central Arkansas. Photo by Makayla Puckett.

Golden Eagles win series over Central Arkansas

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
February 24, 2020
Isaiah Rhodes and Bryant Blaylock's reaction after last out to win the weekend opening series. Photo by Bethany Morris.

Baseball finds rhythm despite injuries

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
February 17, 2020
Pete Taylor Park debuts new field

Pete Taylor Park debuts new field

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
February 14, 2020
Dozier becomes first Golden Eagle, World Series Champion

Dozier becomes first Golden Eagle, World Series Champion

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
February 12, 2020
Photo by Makayla Puckett.

Golden Eagles search for next conference title

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
February 11, 2020
Pictured: Head coach of the women's basketball team Joye Lee-McNelis Photo by Bethany Morris

Lady Eagles lose third straight game

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
January 26, 2020
Eric Richards clears a height in the Men's High Jump. Photo by Michael Sandoz

Golden Eagles continue indoor track and field season with six wins

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
January 21, 2020
From left to right: Assistant coaches Dalten Hill, Clarence Witherspoon and associate head coach Kyle Roane Photo by Makayla Puckett

Golden Eagles bounce back with first conference win

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
January 19, 2020
Coach Jay Ladner walks around the court sidelines. Photo by Michael Sandoz

Golden Eagles continue to search for conference win

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
January 17, 2020
The Southern Miss baseball team wins the 2019 Conference USA tournament in Biloxi, MS. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

USM sports through the decade

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
December 7, 2019
Lisa Billings applauds at the Eagle Walk. Photo by Makayla Puckett

Behind the Xs and Os: wives share struggles, triumphs

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
December 4, 2019
Tyler Stevenson dribbles the ball. Photo by: Micahel Sandoz

Men’s basketball beats cross town rival

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 25, 2019
Photo by Michael Sandoz.

Southern Miss falls in final home game

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 24, 2019
Lady Eagles win over Ole Miss

Lady Eagles win over Ole Miss

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 20, 2019
Sarah Szpott runs at Commodore Classic on Sep. 14. Photo by Michael Sandoz.

Cross country concludes 2019 season

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 20, 2019
Photo by Michael Sandoz.

Lady Eagles defeat Southeastern Lady Lions

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 14, 2019
Photo by Makayla Puckett.

Student-athletes work toward benefitting from likeness, name

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 13, 2019
Southern Miss v. UAB football photo gallery

Southern Miss v. UAB football photo gallery

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 10, 2019
Kaitlin Fayard runs with the ball. Photo by Michael Sandoz.

Soccer falls to LA Tech in final game

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 6, 2019
Photo by Makayla Puckett

Golden Eagles start basketball season with win

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 6, 2019
Punter from down under shares American experience

Punter from down under shares American experience

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 6, 2019
Eagles, Crusaders tip off Ballin’ in the ‘Burg

Eagles, Crusaders tip off Ballin’ in the ‘Burg

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 5, 2019
Photo by Michael Sandox

Southern Miss volleyball suffers another loss

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 3, 2019
Coach Jay Ladner addresses the media after being named head men’s basketball coach in April 2019.

Men’s basketball prepares for upcoming season

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
October 23, 2019
De'Michael Harris runs ball downfield for a touchdown. Photo by Michael Sandoz.

Southern Miss learns from mistakes at LA Tech

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
October 22, 2019
Gabe Shephard prepares to throw a pitch. Photo by Makayla Puckett.

Baseball scrimmage offers three takeaways

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
October 16, 2019
Olivia Durham kicks ball downfield. Photo by Bethany Morris.

Southern Miss soccer balances workload

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
October 11, 2019
Kellie Garraway returns the ball. Photo by: Bethany Morris

Golden Eagles use loss to Jaguars as turning point

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
October 9, 2019
Photo by Blair Ballou.

Southern Miss stays stagnant in C-USA

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
October 4, 2019
Southern Miss volleyball breaks losing streak

Southern Miss volleyball breaks losing streak

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
October 3, 2019
Golden Eagles run out on field at Saturday's game. Photo by Bethany Morris.

Southern Miss vs. UTEP photo gallery

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 29, 2019
Crimson Tide rolls over Golden Eagles

Crimson Tide rolls over Golden Eagles

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 21, 2019
Quarterback, Jack Abraham looks to pass ball down field. Photo by Makayla Puckett.

Offensive takeaways from Troy

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 17, 2019
Jordan Mitchell autographs a DuBard School student's shirt at Black and Gold Day. Photo by Makayla Puckett.

Mitchell plays final season in black and gold

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 17, 2019
Jacky Manteas leads Golden Eagles in final non-conference contest

Jacky Manteas leads Golden Eagles in final non-conference contest

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 15, 2019
Southern Miss beats Troy on the road 47-42

Southern Miss beats Troy on the road 47-42

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 15, 2019
Jack Abraham hands off ball to Darius Maberry.

Southern Miss falls to Mississippi State 38-15

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 7, 2019
Wide receiver Jordan Mitchell avoids Alcorn State’s defenders. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

Southern Miss to face Miss. State for 30th time

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 6, 2019
William Potosky reads with a student at the Dubard School.

Dubard School host Black and Gold Day

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 5, 2019
Southern Miss vs. Alcorn State photo gallery

Southern Miss vs. Alcorn State photo gallery

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 1, 2019
Photo by Makayla Puckett

Southern Miss plays moneyball

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
August 28, 2019
2019 Football Fall Camp Photo Gallery

2019 Football Fall Camp Photo Gallery

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
August 27, 2019
Courtesy Photo

Brian Levin named Southern Miss softball coach

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
June 14, 2019
Caleb Parker competes in the 110m hurdles.

Southern Miss ties at NCAA Outdoor Championships

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
June 8, 2019

PHOTO GALLERY: Southern Miss falls to LSU in regional final

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
June 3, 2019
Cody Carroll throws a pitch against Arizona State. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

PHOTO GALLERY: Southern Miss wins Game 5

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
June 2, 2019
Sean Tweedy pitches in relief. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

PHOTO GALLERY: Southern Miss falls to LSU in Game 3 of Baton Rouge Regional

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
June 1, 2019
PHOTO GALLERY: Southern Miss defeats Arizona St. in Game 1 of Baton Rouge Regional

PHOTO GALLERY: Southern Miss defeats Arizona St. in Game 1 of Baton Rouge Regional

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
May 31, 2019
PHOTO GALLERY: Southern Miss wins C-USA Championship

PHOTO GALLERY: Southern Miss wins C-USA Championship

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
May 26, 2019
Cody Carrol celebrates a win from the dugout. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

C-USA baseball tournament photo gallery: Southern Miss vs. Rice

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
May 25, 2019
Courtesy photo from Marina Little

Guidry, Keys: Brothers on, off the field

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
May 22, 2019
Mckinely West runs the 200m dash in the C-USA championships. Photo by: Michael Sandoz

Southern Miss competes in Conference USA Outdoor Championships

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
May 13, 2019
Coach Wendy Hogue at the Conference USA tournament in Birmingham. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

Hogue steps down from softball program

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
May 10, 2019
Freshman Madison Rayner makes a diving catch in left field. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

C-USA tournament photo gallery: Southern Miss vs. UTSA

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
May 8, 2019
The gold team takes the field for the spring game. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

Student athletes are underappreciated by student body

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
April 29, 2019
Lacey Sumerlin throws to first base.

Southern Miss softball falls to Ole Miss

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
April 25, 2019
Freshman Kaylan Ladner winds up for a pitch against MVSU. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

Golden Eagles maintain momentum with midweek win

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
April 11, 2019
The Southern Miss women’s basketball team celebrates its win over Nicholls State. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

Southern Miss-Nicholls State Photo Gallery

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
March 21, 2019
Senior Samantha Papp at bat agianst FAU. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

Golden Eagles take one of three against FAU

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
March 18, 2019
Graduate student Lindsey Smith prepares to serve. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

Southern Miss beach volleyball photo gallery

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
March 6, 2019
Freshman Charlie Fisher swings at a ball against Gonzaga on March 2. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

Southern Miss vs. Gonzaga photo gallery

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
March 2, 2019
Freshman Danny Lynch makes it to second base. Photo by: Makayla Puckett

Mississippi State vs Southern Miss Game 3 Photo Gallery

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
February 24, 2019
The Golden Eagles celebrate a win over Mississippi State after extra innings.

Southern Miss vs. Mississippi St. Game 1 baseball photo gallery

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
February 22, 2019
Women’s tennis remains undefeated with win at Troy

Women’s tennis remains undefeated with win at Troy

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
February 22, 2019
Golden Eagles earn 30-point win over UTEP

Golden Eagles earn 30-point win over UTEP

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
February 17, 2019
Restaurants bring Mardi Gras to Hattiesburg

Restaurants bring Mardi Gras to Hattiesburg

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
February 12, 2019
Women’s tennis opens season with three consecutive wins

Women’s tennis opens season with three consecutive wins

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
January 29, 2019
Lady Eagles grab first conference win of the season against Charlotte

Lady Eagles grab first conference win of the season against Charlotte

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
January 18, 2019
Lady Eagles fall to Middle Tennessee, 66-49

Lady Eagles fall to Middle Tennessee, 66-49

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
January 11, 2019
Golden Eagles fall to Bulldogs in C-USA opener

Golden Eagles fall to Bulldogs in C-USA opener

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
December 29, 2018
Steven & Hicks perform a Soul Session

Steven & Hicks perform a Soul Session

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 29, 2018
Trump campaigns for Hyde-Smith in Mississippi

Trump campaigns for Hyde-Smith in Mississippi

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 27, 2018
Newscast opens for Wildframes at Thirsty Hippo

Newscast opens for Wildframes at Thirsty Hippo

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
November 13, 2018
SGA encourages students to live out the creed

SGA encourages students to live out the creed

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
October 31, 2018
New proposal disappoints transfer students

New proposal disappoints transfer students

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
October 17, 2018
MS foster care system ranks last in nation

MS foster care system ranks last in nation

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
October 12, 2018
Middle Class deserves more scholarships

Middle Class deserves more scholarships

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 28, 2018
The Golden Eagles prepare to take the field

Southern Miss vs. Rice Photo Gallery

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 23, 2018
Salvation ArmyFinal copy

[Photo] Salvation Army strikes success with donation event at Hub Lanes

Karigan Teer and Karigan Teer
September 21, 2018
The Lottery: a solution to public transportation?

The Lottery: a solution to public transportation?

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 20, 2018
Front Sign

Chicken Salad Chick finds a nest in Hattiesburg

Makayla Puckett and Makayla Puckett
September 6, 2018
Load More Stories
Donate to SM2