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MSU Trivia Question/Answers
7/25/99
In the 1960's two professors started welding handles on cowbells so
they could be rung much easier and with much more vigor. Name these two professors.
Answer: Earl Terrell and Ralph Reeves.
Winner: Terry W. Howard "twh587@aol.com"
7/18/99
Only once in State history have the teams worn something else besides maroon, white, grey, or silver. In what sport did this occur and what colors were selected?
Answer: Football, cardinal and gold uniforms were selected.
Winner: Michael W. Waldrop "preahope@dixie-net.com"
7/11/99
In 1895, Mississippi A&M's colors became Maroon & White. Who made this choice?
Answer: W.M. Matthews.
Winner: Doug Kyle "doug@bulldogs.com"
7/4/99
In what year did "Bulldogs" become the official title for all MSU teams?
Answer: 1961.
Winner: Katherine Parham "kbparham@digiscape.com".
6/27/99
Who was the first team that Mississippi A&M beat in football?
Answer: University of Mississippi.
Winner: Robert Tipps "msudog21@yahoo.com>".
6/20/99
How many times have the MSU Diamond Dawgs appeared in a College World Series regional?
Answer: Twenty-two times.
Winner: Griff Salmon "gshaft32@yahoo.com".
6/13/99
What was the original nickname of the MSU football team?
Answer: The Maroons.
Winner: Kevin Green "kgreen@bellsouth.net".