When is the Rumble in the Jungle track and field event between Missouri Southern and Pittsburg State?

The Rumble in the Jungle invitational track and field event takes place this Friday.

What are the current standings for the MSSU and Pittsburg State basketball teams in the MIAA?

The MSSU women are tied for first in the MIAA at 7-1, while the men are 3-5. Pittsburg State's men are tied for second at 5-3.

Who were the top scorers for the Missouri Southern women's basketball team in their recent win?

Nariah Clay and Lilly Thomas each scored 14 points, with Makenna Yokley and Ashlyn Alloway adding 10 points apiece.

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Lions and Gorillas Clash: Track & Hoops Rivalry Heats Up

20 Jan

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Summary

Annual track and field invitational scheduled for Friday at the Plaster Center.
Basketball teams face off Saturday in a key MIAA matchup.
MSSU women secured a crucial win, tying for first place in MIAA.

Lions and Gorillas Clash: Track & Hoops Rivalry Heats Up

Missouri Southern State University and rival Pittsburg State University are gearing up for a series of intense athletic showdowns this week. The "Rumble in the Jungle" invitational track and field event is scheduled for Friday, with field events starting at 12:30 p.m. and track events at 2 p.m. in the Robert W. Plaster Center.

The athletic rivalry extends to the basketball court on Saturday, where both the men's and women's teams will compete. The MSSU women's basketball team recently triumphed over Rogers State University with a 66-62 victory, marking their fourth consecutive win and putting them in a tie for first place in the MIAA.

Conversely, the MSSU men's basketball team experienced a setback, falling to Rogers State 68-55 after leading at halftime. This intense week of competition highlights the ongoing rivalry between the Lions and the Gorillas across multiple sports.