Athletics News
Rust College’s Patsy Johnson Named HBCUAC Women’s Basketball Offensive Player of the Week
November 28, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, MS – Rust College women’s basketball standout Patsy Johnson has been named the HBCU Athletic Conference (HBCUAC) Women’s Basketball Offensive Player of the Week for the week of November 17–23, following a dominant two-game performance that powered the Bearcats to a pair of victories.
Rust College’s Head Tennis Coach Venecca Green Selected for Prestigious NCAA Women Coaches Academy Class #55
November 12, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, MS – Rust College proudly congratulates Head Tennis Coach Venecca Green on her selection to the 55th Class of the NCAA Women Coaches Academy (WCA), hosted by WeCOACH in collaboration with the NCAA. The Academy will take place November 16–18, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Rust College Announces 2025 Athletics Hall of Fame Inductees
November 08, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, MS - Rust College proudly announces the induction of six distinguished individuals and two historic championship teams into the 2025 Rust College Athletics Hall of Fame. The honorees represent decades of athletic excellence, leadership, and service that have strengthened the enduring legacy of Bearcat athletics.
Rust College Unveils Newly Resurfaced Tennis Courts, Strengthening Commitment to Athletic Excellence
November 06, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, MS – Rust College proudly announces the completion of its newly resurfaced tennis courts — a clear testament to the institution’s continued commitment to advancing Rust College Athletics and enhancing the overall student-athlete experience.
Rust College’s Patsy Johnson Named to Women's Basketball All-HBCUAC Preseason First Team
October 20, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, MS — Rust College Women’s Basketball standout Patsy Johnson has been named to the Women's Basketball All-HBCUAC Preseason First Team, as announced by the HBCU Athletic Conference (HBCUAC) this week.
Rust College Names Kyle Moten Assistant Athletic Director of Compliance
October 06, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. – Rust College Athletics is proud to announce the appointment of Kyle Moten as Assistant Athletic Director of Compliance.
Rust College Ignites the Court with Inaugural Bearcat Madness Event
October 03, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. – Rust College Athletics is set to bring the energy to Holly Springs with its first-ever Bearcat Madness, a special event for students, alumni, and community members to celebrate the start of the 2025-26 basketball season.
Rust College Men’s Basketball Announces 2025-26 Season Schedule
October 02, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. – The Rust College Men’s Basketball program has officially unveiled its 2025-26 season schedule, marking the beginning of a new era under first-year head coach Barry Wellington.
Rust College Women’s Basketball Unveils 2025-26 Season Schedule
October 01, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. – The Rust College Women’s Basketball program has officially released its 2025-26 season schedule, featuring an exciting lineup of home games, returning talent, and fresh new faces ready to make their mark.
Rust College Announces Hiring of Scotty Mason as Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
September 30, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. – Rust College Athletics has announced the addition of Scotty Mason to the men’s basketball staff as Assistant Coach.
Rust College Announces Addition of Mychala Linzy as Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
September 29, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. – Rust College Athletics has announced the hiring of Mychala Linzy as Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach.
Charone Williams Named Assistant Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track & Field Coach at Rust College
September 26, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. – Rust College is proud to welcome Charone Williams as the new Assistant Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track & Field Coach. Williams brings over 20 years of coaching experience and a proven record of developing championship-caliber athletes at both the high school and collegiate levels.
Damien Brigham Named Head Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track & Field Coach at Rust College
September 25, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. – Rust College is proud to welcome Damien Brigham as the new Head Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track & Field Coach. Originally from Dallas, Texas, Brigham brings a wealth of experience and a proven record of developing elite athletes at every level of competition.
Rust College Athletics and HBCUAC Partner with Urban Edge Network to Deliver Live Game Streaming
September 18, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. – Rust College Athletics, in collaboration with the HBCU Athletic Conference (HBCUAC), is proud to announce a new partnership with Urban Edge Network (UEN), expanding access to Bearcat athletics like never before.
Rust College’s Lauren Warr Named to Preseason All-HBCUAC Women’s Cross Country Team
September 04, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. – Rust College Women’s Cross Country standout Lauren Warr has been named to the Preseason All-HBCU Athletic Conference (HBCUAC) Team, the league office announced this week.
Rust College Volleyball Opens 2025 Season Under New Leadership
September 04, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, Miss. – The Rust College Lady Bearcats Volleyball team is set to launch an exciting 2025 season, highlighted by the debut of new head coach Hannah Johnson, who takes the helm for her first collegiate head coaching position.