Winter Storm Fern disrupts Ole Miss basketball schedules

Both men's and women's teams forced to reschedule games due to inclement weather

Jan. 29, 2026 at 12:23pm

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The Ole Miss men's and women's basketball teams are having to adapt and adjust their schedules due to the impact of Winter Storm Fern, which has caused widespread disruptions across the region.

Why it matters

Winter storms can have a significant impact on college sports schedules, forcing teams to reschedule games and practices. This can be challenging for players, coaches, and fans, and requires flexibility and quick decision-making to ensure the season can continue as smoothly as possible.

The details

The specific schedule changes for the Ole Miss basketball teams have not yet been announced, but the storm is expected to bring heavy snow, ice, and high winds to the Oxford, Mississippi area, making it unsafe for travel and gameplay. The university is working to reschedule affected games in the coming days and weeks.

  • Winter Storm Fern is expected to hit the Oxford area on January 29, 2026.

The players

Ole Miss Rebels

The athletic teams of the University of Mississippi, located in Oxford, Mississippi.

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What’s next

The university will announce the rescheduled game dates for both the men's and women's basketball teams in the coming days once the full impact of the storm is assessed.

The takeaway

Winter storms can have a significant impact on college sports schedules, requiring teams to be flexible and adaptable in order to ensure their seasons can continue as smoothly as possible.