John Macon Gillespie

Joined: Sep 3, 2021

John Macon Gillespie has a journalism background spanning 10 years and earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in journalism from the University of Mississippi in 2020 and 2022, respectively. His experience in the field includes work on the Ole Miss beat for nine years and high school sports coverage in the state of Mississippi for the Calhoun County Journal. He is currently a columnist for Ole Miss On SI and a high school journalism teacher in North Mississippi.

Dec 20, 2025; Oxford, MS, USA; Mississippi Rebels running back Kewan Lacy (5) carries the ball for a touchdown against the Tulane Green Wave during the first half of a game at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Jan 1, 2026; New Orleans, LA, USA; Mississippi Rebels head coach Pete Golding (center) reacts on the sidelines during the second half of the 2026 Sugar Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff against the Georgia Bulldogs at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Ole Miss outfielder Ryan Moerman hits a home run against the Clemson Tigers on Feb. 16, 2025 during the Shriners Children's College Showdown in Arlington, Texas.

Aug 31, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels quarterback Austin Simmons (13) passes the ball during the second half against the Furman Paladins at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Mar 8, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Mississippi Rebels forward Jaemyn Brakefield (4) and Mississippi Rebels head coach Chris Beard looks on against the Florida Gators during the first half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Basketball

Can the Ole Miss Rebels pull off some upsets in Nashville this week?

Ole Miss Rebels head coach Mike Bianco before the start of the game against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Swayze Field in Oxford, Miss., on March 9, 2025.

Baseball

Ole Miss Rebels head coach Mike Bianco is pleased with how his team is performing as of late. Now, they face a midweek road test at South Alabama.

Dec 26, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) makes a catch against the Chicago Bears during the first quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-Imagn Images

Football

Former Ole Miss Rebels wide receiver DK Metcalf is bound for Pittsburgh.

Ole Miss Rebels outfielder Ryan Moerman celebrates after hitting a home run on March 9, 2025 against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Swayze Field in Oxford, Miss.

Baseball

The Ole Miss Rebels had no trouble earning a series sweep on Sunday afternoon.

Ole Miss outfielder Mitchell Sanford rounds the bases after hitting a home run against Jacksonville State at Swayze Field in Oxford, Miss., on March 8, 2025.

Baseball

The Ole Miss Rebels had a strong day at the plate as they routed the Jacksonville State Gamecocks 12-4 in Oxford.

Mar 1, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels head coach Chris Beard talks with guard Sean Pedulla (3) during the second half against the Oklahoma Sooners at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Basketball

The Ole Miss Rebels conclude their regular season with a ranked test against the Florida Gators.

Ole Miss Rebels designated hitter Hayden Federico watches as his home run leaves Oxford-University Stadium at Swayze Field on March 7, 2025 in a college baseball game against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks.

Baseball

Ole Miss freshman Hayden Federico made his presence felt in Friday's win over Jacksonville State.

Ole Miss' Will Furniss rounds third after hitting a home run against Jacksonville State on March 7, 2025 at Swayze Field in Oxford, Miss.

Baseball

The Ole Miss Rebels used a big sixth inning to secure a win over the Jacksonville State Gamecocks on Friday night.

Mar 6, 2025; Greenville, SC, USA; Ole Miss Rebels guard KK Deans (1) blocks a shot from Mississippi State Bulldogs guard Jerkaila Jordan (2) during the first half at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

Ole Miss Rebels women's basketball is advancing in the SEC Tournament after gaining a win on Thursday night.

Ole Miss INF Judd Utermark hits a home run against the Murray State Racers at Swayze Field in Oxford, Miss., on March 5, 2025.

It took extra innings on Wednesday night, but the Ole Miss Rebels captured a win over the Murray State Racers.

Mar 1, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels forward Jaemyn Brakefield (4) and guard Sean Pedulla (3) react during the second half against the Oklahoma Sooners at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

The Ole Miss Rebels play their final home regular season game on Wednesday night against Tennessee.

Aug 31, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels quarterback Austin Simmons (13) passes the ball during the second half against the Furman Paladins at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Ole Miss Rebels quarterback Jaxson Dart had high praise for his replacement while speaking with the media at the NFL Combine.