2024-25 Rust Men's Basketball News
Rust College Men's Basketball Season Comes to a Close Following Hard-Fought Tournament Battle
February 27, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, MS – The Rust College Bearcats Men's Basketball team concluded its season on a hard-fought note after a narrow 83-80 loss to 6-seed SUNO (Southern University of New Orleans) in the inaugural HBCUAC Athletic Conference Tournament. As the 11-seed team, the Bearcats battled throughout the game, staying close until early in the second half when SUNO built a 19-point lead. Despite a valiant comeback effort that brought the score to within one possession at 80-82, a missed free throw opportunity allowed SUNO to secure the rebound and run the clock out.
Rust College Men's Basketball Makes History with Two Wins Over Rival LeMoyne-Owen College; Win Part of Current Three-Game Winning Streak
February 13, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, MS – The Rust College Bearcats Men's Basketball team has reached a historic milestone by defeating rival LeMoyne-Owen College twice in the same season for the first time ever. This achievement marks a turning point in the long-standing rivalry, where the Bearcats currently hold a 4-11 record against LeMoyne-Owen since the rivalry's inception in 2011.
Rust College Men’s Basketball Head Coach Howard White Earns 100th Career Win
January 21, 2025
HOLLY SPRINGS, MS – Rust College congratulates Men’s Basketball Head Coach Howard White on reaching a major career milestone, securing his 100th career victory in a thrilling 83-81 win over LeMoyne-Owen College. White’s leadership and dedication have been instrumental in shaping the Bearcats’ program, and this achievement marks another milestone in his impressive coaching career.
Cockrill III Scores 35 in Homecoming Victory
November 09, 2024
Fisk starts fast, then holds on in their home opener.
Rust College Men’s Basketball Unveils 2024-2025 Season Schedule and Ticket Options in New HBCU Athletic Conference
November 05, 2024
HOLLY SPRINGS, MS – Rust College Men’s Basketball proudly announces its 2024-2025 season schedule as the team makes an exciting transition to the HBCU Athletic Conference (HBCUAC). This new affiliation marks a significant shift from their former conference, the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC), and positions Rust College alongside other storied HBCU programs. The team is determined to reach new heights as they set their sights on their first winning season since 2013.