John Macon Gillespie

John Macon Gillespie

Joined: Sep 3, 2021

John Macon Gillespie is the publisher of The Grove Report and has experience on the Ole Miss beat spanning five years.

Dec 6, 2024; Birmingham, AL, USA; Jackson's Landon Duckworth (1) and Jackson's Chris Payne (5) talk during a timeout during the game with Cherokee County at Protective Stadium in the AHSAA 4A State Championship game.

Recruiting

Four-Star QB Landon Duckworth Sets Official Visit With Ole Miss Football

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.

Baseball

Ole Miss Baseball Drops Final Midweek Game Before Opening SEC Play

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

Football

Greg McElroy Believes Ole Miss QB Austin Simmons Has 'Different' Level of Arm Talent

Ole Miss INF Judd Utermark trots around the bases after hitting a two-run home run against the Clemson Tigers in the Shriners Children's College Showdown in Arlington, Texas.

Baseball

Ole Miss Baseball Midweek Preview: Rebels Travel to Face South Alabama

Mar 7, 2025; Greenville, SC, USA; Ole Miss Rebels head coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin reacts to a call by an official against the Texas Longhorns during the first half at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Basketball

Ole Miss Women's Basketball Reaches AP Top 25 as Selection Sunday Nears

The Ole Miss women are back in the Top 25 as the NCAA Tournament stands on the horizon.

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

Betting Odds: What Are Ole Miss' Chances of Winning the SEC Tournament?

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 Baseball's Mike Bianco Breaks Down Series Sweep, Upcoming Road Test

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 Star DK Metcalf Traded to Pittsburgh Steelers

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

Ole Miss Baseball Run-Rules Jacksonville State to Sweep Weekend Series

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

Mar 8, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Mississippi Rebels guard Sean Pedulla (3) defends Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) during the first half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Basketball

Ole Miss Basketball's Seeding Revealed For SEC Tournament

The Ole Miss Rebels will begin action in the SEC Tournament on Thursday in Nashville.

Ole Miss catcher Austin Fawley hits a home run against Jacksonville State on March 7, 2025 at Swayze Field in Oxford, Miss.

Baseball

Start Time Changed For Ole Miss Baseball's Series Finale vs. Jacksonville State

The Ole Miss Rebels and Jacksonville State Gamecocks will start earlier than originally scheduled on Sunday.

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

Ole Miss Baseball Routs Jacksonville State to Clinch Weekend Series

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

How To Watch, Betting Odds: Ole Miss Basketball Concludes Regular Season at Florida

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

WATCH: Hayden Federico Hits First Career HR For Ole Miss 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

Ole Miss Rides Big 6th Inning To Series-Opening Win Over Jacksonville State

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

Basketball

Ole Miss Women's Basketball Claims SEC Tournament Win Over Mississippi State

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