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Warner Alford, Jr., former University of Mississippi Athletics Director, passed away on March 27, 2026, in McComb, Mississippi
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As a player, Alford was permanent co-captain of the 1960 Ole Miss football team that won the Sugar Bowl, SEC Championship, and was named National Champions by the Football Writers Association of America
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During his 16-year tenure as Athletics Director (1978-1994), Alford expanded Ole Miss sports programs from 8 to 15 sports, oversaw a $10 million stadium renovation including night lighting, and constructed new facilities including Swayze Field and a $3.5 million Athletics Training Center
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Alford held numerous national leadership positions including serving on the NCAA Council, as first Vice President of NACDA, and on the SEC Executive Committee
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The Mississippi Senate extends condolences to his surviving family, including three children and seven grandchildren, following his wife Kay's passing on February 3, 2025, after nearly 64 years of marriage
Legislative Description
Extend condolences of Mississippi Senate on the passing of former Ole Miss Athletic Director Warner Alford, Jr.
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3/31/2026