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How Noah Sullivan's mustache turned DH into a Mississippi State baseball fan favorite
TL;DR
Noah Sullivan's mustache has made him a fan favorite among Mississippi State baseball supporters. His unique look and engaging personality have contributed to his popularity at Dudy Noble Field.
Key points
- Noah Sullivan's mustache has gained him popularity.
- Dudy Noble Field hosts Mississippi State baseball games.
- 'Little Dude of the Game' features young fan interviews.
- Fans share their favorite players during the promotion.
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How Noah Sullivan's mustache turned DH into a Mississippi State baseball fan favorite
STARKVILLE — Every Mississippi State baseball game at Dudy Noble Field features a promotion called “Little Dude of the Game.”
In between innings, usually on the earlier side of the game, a young fan is interviewed live on the video board in right field. It starts with simple questions, like “How old are you?” and “Where are you from?”
At the end, the child is asked who their favorite Mississippi State player is.
Noah Sullivan is a common answer.
It helps that Sullivan is in his second season as the Bulldogs’ designated hitter and usually bats third or fourth in the order. He was their midweek starting pitcher last season, too. He also has a curly handlebar mustache that fans adore, similar to Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Rollie Fingers.
Sullivan’s nickname is “Mustache Man.” A few fans, typically kids, even wear fake mustaches to Mississippi State games.
“Obviously we’re watching all the stuff on the jumbotron, too, so it’s really cool to almost make you feel like you've made an impact on someone’s life,” Sullivan said. “This game goes a lot further than just playing the game. There’s a lot of people that look up to us and we have a lot of responsibility in that. It’s really cool to feel like we’ve made an impression on these kids.”
The mustache started from a whimsical idea from a former MSU assistant coach.
Noah Sullivan’s mustache story
Sullivan transferred to Mississippi State before the 2025 season after three seasons at USC Upstate, the only Division I offer he had from high school. The Orlando, Florida, native already had a mustache before Mississippi State, but not with the curls he has now on game days.
Former assistant coach Jake Gautreau, who is now at East Carolina, came up with the idea in the fall of 2024.
Q&A
Why is Noah Sullivan popular among Mississippi State baseball fans?
Noah Sullivan's mustache and engaging personality have made him a fan favorite at Mississippi State baseball games.
What is the 'Little Dude of the Game' promotion at Mississippi State baseball games?
'Little Dude of the Game' is a promotion where a young fan is interviewed live during the game, sharing their age, hometown, and favorite player.
Where do Mississippi State baseball games take place?
Mississippi State baseball games are held at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville, Mississippi.
How does a young fan get selected for the 'Little Dude of the Game' promotion?
Young fans are typically selected to be interviewed during the game, where they answer questions about themselves and their favorite Mississippi State player.
