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Mississippi State University Women's Basketball

NCAA D1Southeastern ConferenceMississippi State, MS
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How Mississippi State University Compares (NCAA D1)
12% higher than division average acceptance rate38% higher than division average$14,657 lower than division average

Coaching Staff (5)

Sam Purcell (Interim)
HC

Sam Purcell was named the ninth head coach in Mississippi State women's basketball history on Saturday, March 12, 2022. The 2025-26 season will be his fourth...

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Anita Howard
Anita Howard

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach / Recruiting Coordinator

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Mississippi State women's basketball head coach Sam Purcell announced the addition of Anita Howard as an assistant coach on April 16, 2024. "With over a deca...

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Fred Castro
Fred Castro

Associate Women's Basketball Head Coach / Offensive Coordinator

Mississippi State head women's basketball coach Sam Purcell announced the addition of Fred Castro as an associate head coach/offensive coordinator on April 1...

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Samantha Williams
Samantha Williams

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach / Chief Of Basketball Strategy

Mississippi State head women's basketball coach Sam Purcell announced the addition of assistant coach Samantha Williams to the staff on April 30, 2024. Willi...

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Tony Dukes
Tony Dukes

Assistant Women's Basketball Coach / Senior Director of Scouting and Analytics

Tony Dukes joined the the Mississippi State women's basketball program on May 16, 2023 as the Senior Director of Scouting and Analytics on Coach Purcell's st...

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Program Snapshot

5
Total Staff
5
Verified Emails
0
Coach Profiles
4
Social Profiles

Frequently Asked Questions

How many coaches does Mississippi State University Women's Basketball have?▾
The Mississippi State University Women's Basketball program currently has 5 coaching staff members listed.
Who is the head coach of Mississippi State University Women's Basketball?▾
Sam Purcell (Interim) is the current head coach of Mississippi State University Women's Basketball.
How do I contact Mississippi State University Women's Basketball coaches?▾
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What division is Mississippi State University Women's Basketball?▾
Mississippi State University competes in NCAA D1 (Division I).
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Academic Snapshot

NCAA D1PublicNCAA since 1936Graduate
Lee Blvd, Mississippi State, MS 39762
Acceptance Rate
76%
Undergrad Enrollment
18,092
Avg Net Price
$15,501/yr
In-State Tuition
$9,815/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$26,580/yr
Avg SAT
1,220
6-Year Graduation Rate
63%
Freshman Retention
83%
Avg Earnings (10yr)
$47,400/yr

Last verified: Mar 2026

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