Mississippi State Baseball’s Noah Sullivan Excels on and off the Field
NOAH SULLIVAN is one of the most recognizable student-athletes at Mississippi State. His unmistakable facial hair above his upper lip makes him stand out on campus, but Sullivan is more than his mustache. The Orlando, Florida, native is a two-year Bulldog and has thrived both on the baseball field and in the classroom.
Sullivan transferred from USC Upstate to Mississippi State, a move that he initially viewed as just another step in his baseball career. Now, he considers his time at MSU a transformative experience. “I’d be lying if I said I knew this was going to happen,” Sullivan said. “You go into the portal without knowing what’s next. Then suddenly, you’re at Mississippi State. Being here and getting to know my teammates early on was amazing. Then the season I had was just spectacular.”
Last season, Sullivan posted a .342 batting average with 15 home runs, 15 doubles, and 46 RBIs. He also contributed as a pitcher, recording a 1.96 ERA and 15 strikeouts over 18 1/3 innings. His efforts helped lead Mississippi State to another NCAA Tournament appearance. Individually, Sullivan earned All-America honors from Baseball America and the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association.
Academically, Sullivan excelled, maintaining a perfect 4.0 GPA as a graduate student majoring in workforce education leadership. His academic achievements earned him the distinction of being the first MSU baseball player named the Division I Baseball Academic All-American of the Year by College Sports Communicators.
Sullivan described his busy year as a “crazy” but rewarding experience. Looking ahead, he is excited for his final college season, which begins Feb. 13 against Hofstra at Dudy Noble Field. Sullivan hopes to leave a lasting legacy at MSU, including hopes of playing professional baseball someday. His primary focus, he said, is on winning and returning Mississippi State to national prominence, aiming for regionals, super regionals, and a shot at Omaha for the College World Series.
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