At Mississippi School for the Deaf, you will find a wide variety of athletic opportunities at virtually every level. Mississippi School for the Deaf athletics breeds a level of growth above and beyond what the classroom can teach. In many cases it helps improve our student’s academic success. For an MSD student–athlete, nothing compares to competing as a Mississippi School for the Deaf Bulldog! MSD is proud of our National and Mason Dixon Championships!

Volleyball

Winner’s of 10 Mason Dixon Championships

MSD 2025-26 Girl’s Volleyball Team Picture

Football

11 Deaf National Championships
1 NDIAA Division II Team of the Year
10 Mason Dixon Championships

The MSD Cheerleading program provides students with an opportunity to participate in a very unique sport.  The students involved, available to both boys and girls, learn both fitness and cooperation. Cheerleaders are provided the opportunity to travel to other states to compete, as well as compete in state-level competitions and clinics.  

• Head Coach - Susan Hawkins
• Assistant Coach - Kim Swims

Track and Field

Boys Track
Head Coach - Phabian Dean

Girls Track
Assistant Coach - Laura Rushing

(Girls)

Head Coach – Phabian Dean

Assistant Coach – Laura Rushing

(Boys)

Head Coach – Phabian Dean
Assistant Coach – Curry Peeples