Lane Kiffin Celebrates Engagement at Ole Miss Game
Inspired by a public declaration of love, the sixth-ranked Ole Miss Rebels dominated The Citadel with a 49-0 victory.
Memorable Proposal During the Game
During a timeout in the third quarter at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, former Ole Miss pole vaulter Drew O’Connor appeared on the turf to kick a field goal as part of an on-field promotion. Instead, he surprised everyone by proposing to his girlfriend, Madison Barnette, who had joined him as the holder.
“Barnette said yes, and slipped on a ring to the delight of the Ole Miss fans in the crowd.”
Coach Lane Kiffin Joins Celebration
Lane Kiffin, the sixth-year head coach of Ole Miss, watched the proposal from the Rebels’ sideline. He joined the couple’s joyful moment by posing for photos and pointing at them in celebration.
Additional Information
- Ole Miss does not officially track on-field proposals during games.
- The game ended with a decisive 49-0 win for Ole Miss over The Citadel.
“Clearly inspired by the public declaration of love, the sixth-ranked Ole Miss Rebels cruised past The Citadel 49-0.”
Fall is college football season nationwide, but for this Ole Miss couple, it also marked a special personal milestone in front of thousands.
Summary: A surprise on-field marriage proposal during the Ole Miss game illustrated the community spirit, with coach Lane Kiffin joining in celebrating the couple’s joyous moment.