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Joey Van Zummeren

Joey Van Zummeren

Joined: Oct 31, 2023

Joey Van Zummeren is a sports journalist from Belleville, Ill. He's currently a freshman at the University of Missouri studying journalism, and joined MizzouCentral as an intern in 2023. His beats include football and basketball.

Oct 19, 2024; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers tight end Brett Norfleet (87) runs with the ball during the first half against the Auburn Tigers at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
Football

Opt Outs, Injuries for Mizzou in the Music City Bowl Against Iowa

Find out who will be absent from the Music City Bowl against Iowa for the Missouri Tigers.

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All Things Mizzou

Mizzou Basketball Unveils New Nike, Melvin Booker Collaboration; The Buzz, Dec. 21, 2024

Your daily briefing on what's going on with Mizzou athletics, including full TV listings.

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Sep 21, 2019; Columbia, MO, USA; A detail view of a Missouri Tigers helmet during the second half of the game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Memorial Stadium/Faurot Field. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
Football

Mizzou Lands Transfer Commitment from OT Keagen Trost

The former Wake Forest player is the second offensive lineman acquired by the Missouri Tigers Friday.

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Sep 10, 2022; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines defensive lineman Dominick Giudice (56) warms up before the NCAA game against the Hawaii Warriors at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images
Football

Mizzou Lands Transfer Commitment from Offensive Lineman Dominick Giudice

The former Michigan center started in five games for the Wolverines in 2024.

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West Virginia Mountaineers linebacker Josiah Trotter (40) tackles Cincinnati Bearcats running back Evan Pryor (6) in the fourth quarter of a college football game between the Cincinnati Bearcats and West Virginia Mountaineers, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati. Mountaineers won 31-24.
Football

What Eli Drinkwitz Sees in Mizzou's 2 Linebacker Additions

The Missouri Tigers gave his thoughts on what two transfer portal additions will add to the linebacker room.

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Dec 22, 2022; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers guard DeAndre Gholston (4) shoots against Illinois Fighting Illini forward Coleman Hawkins (33) and guard Skyy Clark (55) during the second half at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images
Basketball

How to Watch: Mizzou, Illinois Face Off for Braggin' Rights

Streaming and radio details for the annual Braggin' Rights game between the Missouri Tigers and the Illinois Fighting Illini

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Nov 9, 2024; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; .Virginia Tech Hokies safety Mose Phillips III (18) dives to tackle Clemson Tigers cornerback Corian Gipson (12) during the first quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images
Football

Mizzou Lands Transfer Commitment from Safety Mose Philips III

The Missouri Tigers added a second safety through the transfer portal.

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Sep 14, 2024; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers defensive lineman Eddie Kelly Jr. (97), cornerback Toriano Pride Jr. (2) and coach Eli Drinkwitz link arms prior to a game against the Vanderbilt Commodores as they walk out of the tunnel at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium.
Football

In the Era of Changing Rosters, Eli Drinkwitz is Focused on Building a Sustained Culture

In the world of college football, rosters are never the same. A program's culture is the only constant.

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Aug 29, 2024; Columbia, Missouri, USA; A general view of a Missouri Tigers helmet during the first half of the game against the Murray State Racers at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
Football

The Extra Point: How Mizzou Football Adapts to Roster Uncertainty

Head coach Eli Drinkwitz says coaches needs to leave behind the mindset of the past when it comes to roster construction.

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Sep 7, 2024; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Mississippi State Bulldogs wide receiver Kevin Coleman Jr. (3) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Football

What Eli Drinkwitz Sees in Mizzou's Newly Acquired Wide Receiver

Missouri Tigers head coach Eli Drinkwitz gave his thoughts on former Mississippi State wide receiver Kevin Coleman.

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Nov 16, 2024; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Louisiana Monroe Warhawks quarterback Aidan Armenta (10) hands off to running back Ahmad Hardy (22) during the third quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images
Football

Mizzou Acquires Running Back Ahmad Hardy Through Transfer Portal

The Missouri Tigers made its second offensive addition through the transfer portal.

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Nov 16, 2024; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Missouri Tigers head coach Eliah Drinkwitz directs his team against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the first quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
Football

Everything Eli Drinkwitz Said to Preview Music City Bowl, Recap Transfer Portal

A full transcript from the Missouri Tigers head coach regarding five new additions, and the upcoming bowl matchup.

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