Ole Miss Athletics Faces Busy Week on Multiple Fronts

From the baseball diamond to the courtroom, the Rebels have a packed schedule ahead.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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This week is shaping up to be one of the busiest for Ole Miss athletics in recent memory. The men's and women's basketball teams are returning home after road trips, the baseball season is set to begin, and the university is also involved in a high-profile legal battle over a player's eligibility. With action on the field, court, and in the courtroom, it's a pivotal stretch for the Rebels across multiple sports.

Why it matters

Ole Miss is looking to bounce back in basketball after struggling in conference play, while the baseball team hopes to build on past success. The legal case over player eligibility could have major implications for the upcoming football season. This diverse slate of events underscores the wide-ranging nature of Ole Miss athletics and the university's efforts to compete at a high level across multiple fronts.

The details

The men's basketball team, under new head coach Chris Beard, will host Alabama on Wednesday and in-state rival Mississippi State on Valentine's Day as they try to snap a five-game losing streak. The women's team, ranked 14th nationally, returns home to face Arkansas on Thursday after a road loss at Alabama. Meanwhile, the baseball season gets underway this weekend, with the Rebels hosting Nevada in a three-game series starting on Friday. Off the field, Ole Miss is involved in a legal battle over the eligibility of quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, with a motion for a permanent injunction set to be heard on Thursday in Calhoun County.

  • The men's basketball team hosts Alabama on Wednesday at 6 p.m. CT.
  • The men's basketball team hosts Mississippi State on Valentine's Day at 5:30 p.m. CT.
  • The women's basketball team hosts Arkansas on Thursday at 8 p.m. CT.
  • The baseball season opens on Friday at 4 p.m. CT against Nevada.
  • The motion for a permanent injunction in the Trinidad Chambliss eligibility case will be heard on Thursday.

The players

Chris Beard

Head coach of the Ole Miss men's basketball team.

Trinidad Chambliss

Ole Miss quarterback whose eligibility for the 2026 season is the subject of a legal battle.

Mike Bianco

Head coach of the Ole Miss baseball team, entering his 26th season.

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What they’re saying

“This week is one of the busiest on the Ole Miss athletics calendar and one of the strangest weeks in quite some time.”

— Jake Thompson, Author (on3.com)

What’s next

The judge in the Trinidad Chambliss eligibility case is expected to review the arguments and documents for a few days before issuing a ruling on whether to grant the permanent injunction, which would allow Chambliss to play for Ole Miss in 2026.

The takeaway

Ole Miss is facing a pivotal stretch that showcases the breadth of its athletics program, from high-stakes basketball and baseball seasons to a crucial legal battle over a key player's eligibility. The university's ability to navigate this diverse set of challenges will shape the trajectory of several Rebel teams in the months ahead.