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Mississippi-centric sports talk and stories with Hall of Fame columnist Rick Cleveland and Scorebook Live senior reporter Tyler Cleveland. Produced in Jackson and made by Mississippians, for Mississippians.

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Latest Episodes

So much to talk about: Mo Williams to Kentiucky, Mississippi State's baseball excellence, Tiger Woods' errant drives, Warner Alford, the Final Fours, some Saints news, and Rick's gumbo.

This is a Mississippi baseball fan's delight, highlighted by a three-game SEC series matching State and Ole Miss at Oxford and Opening Day in the Major Leagues. So much to discuss.

World Series Game Seven winner Jay Powell, the former Mississippi State great, joins the podcast to talk Mississippi college baseball, the World Baseball Classic and Konnor Griffin.

The Cleveland boys recount the first days of NFL free agency, which have brought wholesale changes for the New Orleans Saints. Plus, Rick gives his take on the high school basketball championships and the first month of college baseball in Mississipp... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Wilbur
Head coach of Millsaps Majors men's? women's basketball; led team to Southern Athletic Association Championship and NCAA tournament
Millsaps College
Episode: Baseball excellence – and some women's hoops, too
Robbie Faulk
Mississippi State insider and co-host of the Thunder and Lightning podcast
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Episode: What next for Mississippi State baseball?
Tim Floyd
Former college basketball coach
Episode: How sweet it is for Ole Miss
Tony Tadlock
Head coach of Raymond High School basketball team
Raymond High School
Episode: Raymond basketball coach Tony Tadlock joins us to talk about high school basketball championships and this week's SEC Tournament
Charles Huff
Head football coach at Southern Miss, former assistant under Nick Saban
Southern Mississippi
Episode: Southern Miss football coach Charles Huff joins the show.
Noland Smith
Former Kansas City Chiefs kick and punt returner, Super Bowl IV champion
Kansas City Chiefs
Episode: Noland "Super Gnat" Smith, who still bleeds Kansas City Chiefs red, joins the pod.
Nolan Smith
Former NFL player and Chief's legend
Kansas City Chiefs
Episode: Questions: Can the Eagles get the Chiefs this time? Can anybody block Chris Jones?
Chris Beard
Head coach of the Ole Miss basketball team
Ole Miss
Episode: Ole Miss basketball coach Chris Beard joins the pod…
Jeremy McClain
Director of Athletics at Southern Miss
Southern Miss
Episode: Jeremy McClain talks Huff Hire

Hosts

Tyler Cleveland
Co-host of Crooked Letter Sports; senior reporter with prominent Mississippi-based sports outlets; frequently discusses SEC baseball, college programs, and regional sports culture.
Richard Cleveland
Cohost and Hall of Fame columnist with deep history covering Mississippi sports; provides long-form storytelling and analysis grounded in regional sports history.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Excellent

    What an amazing sports family with a gift of storytelling and a love for Mississippi.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cotydee
    United States5 years ago
  • Excellent show

    Rick Cleveland has been an institution in Mississippi for as long as anyone alive can remember. He earned the reputation for being a truly unique story teller; one where when you saw his byline you knew you were in for a treat. If not for his love of Mississippi he surely would have gone on to national prominence. His son, Tyler, has followed in his footsteps and has developed into a special storyteller as well. Tyler also has a perfect voice for podcasting. They’re early in their show but I’m e... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    theg02guy
    United States5 years ago

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The show is valued for its Mississippi-centric perspective and in-depth sports analysis.
Listeners praise the family storytelling dynamic and engaging voice work.
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Guests and guests' reputations are highlighted as a strength, with listeners noting strong host chemistry.

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Pine Belt News sports editor Andrew Abadie joins the pod to talk all things Southern Miss, Bobby Halford's latest achievement and high school baseball excellence in the Hattiesburg area
Q: Can you give us any insight into what’s happening with Southern Miss football?
Andrew describes a significant roster overhaul with many players leaving and new talent coming in, indicating a fresh start under the new coach.
Pine Belt News sports editor Andrew Abadie joins the pod to talk all things Southern Miss, Bobby Halford's latest achievement and high school baseball excellence in the Hattiesburg area
Q: What do you see for USM baseball this season?
Andrew expresses skepticism about USM clinching a host bid for the tournament, mentioning they would need to win out and catch some breaks with other teams like Coastal Carolina.
Chris Harris, the excellent communications director and play-by-play broadcaster of the Mississippi Braves joins the pod to talk about the last season of the Mississippi Braves.
Q: How do you see the dynamics of minor league baseball evolving?
Players are staying in college longer, changing how quickly they are pushed into the Major Leagues based on their development and performance.
Chris Harris, the excellent communications director and play-by-play broadcaster of the Mississippi Braves joins the pod to talk about the last season of the Mississippi Braves.
Q: What kind of future do you see for the players?
Some players will never advance beyond this level, but others like Hurston Walter and Spencer Schwellenbach show promise as future major leaguers.
Chris Harris, the excellent communications director and play-by-play broadcaster of the Mississippi Braves joins the pod to talk about the last season of the Mississippi Braves.
Q: What responsibilities do you manage for the Braves?
I run social media, the website, and handle play-by-play broadcast, among other tasks, especially significant during this final season.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Crooked Letter Sports

What is Crooked Letter Sports about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Mississippi-focused sports talk that blends straight-ahead analysis with storytelling from a father–son duo known for deep regional ties. Episodes cover college baseball, SEC dynamics, high school and university programs, NFL draft speculation, and major events like The Masters, all with a local lens on Mississippi teams, players, and coaches. The showoften features insightful interviews and reactions to NIL and coaching changes, offering listeners a mix of tactical sports commentary and personal anecdotes that highlight the state's sports culture. A notable strength is the recurring emphasis on Mississippi programs (Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Southern Miss) and the way hosts connect national sports narratives to local implications, makin... more

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