Coast athlete part of Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026
The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame has announced its induction class of 2026.
This year, they will be inducting seven Mississippi athletes into the Hall of Fame. Among those athlete’s is Gulfport’s very own Olympic gold medalist and world champion long jumper Brittney Reese.
Other athletes include:
- Glen Collins – Mississippi State legend and first-round NFL Draft pick
- Louis Guy – Ole Miss All-SEC receiver and national champion
- Michael Haddix – Record-setting Mississippi State running back
- Bobby Halford – William Carey’s winningest baseball coach
- Ronnie Mayers – Delta State’s legendary swimming coach and athletic director
- Johnny Parker – Three-time Super Bowl–winning strength coach
The Class of 2026 will be enshrined during Induction Weekend from July 31 to August 1, 2026
Ticket and event details will be announced at a later date.
