Southwestern Athletic Conference

• Mississippi Valley State
• Earnest E. Riggins Sr. is a notable figure associated with Mississippi Valley State University, primarily recognized for his achievements in athletics.

Who he was

• Full name: Earnest E. Riggins Sr.
• Affiliation: Mississippi Valley State University
• Sports: Football and men’s track & field
• Era: 1950s (notably 1956 season)

Athletic achievements

• Riggins was one of the standout early athletes at MVSU.
• He holds or held multiple school football records, including:
  • 332 rushing yards in a game (1956)
  • 6 rushing touchdowns in a game
  • 36 points scored in a game
• His 1956 season was especially dominant, setting benchmarks that lasted for decades.

Honors

• Inducted into the Southwestern Athletic Conference Hall of Fame in 1994
• Recognized as one of the early great athletes in MVSU history.

Legacy

• Riggins is considered one of the foundational football stars of MVSU, helping establish the program’s early reputation.
• His name appears alongside other legendary Delta Devils athletes, contributing to the school’s athletic tradition.