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Ole Miss' Pete Golding doesn't understand how coaches spend all day on social media
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Ole Miss football coach Pete Golding expresses confusion over how other coaches manage to spend excessive time on social media while fulfilling their coaching duties. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on his responsibilities rather than distractions.
Ole Miss' Pete Golding doesn't understand how coaches spend all day on social media
OXFORD — Ole Miss football coach Pete Golding has a reason for avoiding distractions as other coaches have made headlines for social media and playing golf.
"I'm not good enough at this job to be on (social media) all damn day and do this job," Golding said April 14. "I don't know how (other coaches) do it. More power to them. I'll learn one day. There's enough things in the building that I need to do and do at a high level."
Golding wasn't asked about one particular coach, but some come to mind.
Former Auburn coach Hugh Freeze was criticized for playing golf during the season. Former Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin is particularly active on social media.
Greene County wide receiver Jase Mathews has been named to the Clarion Ledger 2025 Dandy Dozen.
Landon Barnes, a Class of 2026 edge rusher who plays at Duncanville High School in Texas
Damarius Yates, Class of 2026 running back from De Kalb, Mississippi, who plays at Kemper County High School
Carmelow Reed, Class of 2026 defensive lineman from Olympia Fields, Illinois, who plays at Rich Township High School
Oakland's Craig Tutt (1) runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown against Houston during the Class 6A Championship game on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at Finley Stadium, in Chattanooga.
Four-star tackle Emanuel Tucker of New Albany, Mississippi, a former Mississippi State football commitment.
Dorian Barney 2026 cornerback from Peachtree Ridge High in Georgia before the game with Florida Atlantic Sept 16, 2023; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; at Memorial Stadium.
Iverson McCoy, Class of 2026 cornerback who plays for Tupelo High School in Mississippi
Anthony Davis Jr., Class of 2026 linebacker who plays at Grayson High School in Loganville, Georgia
JaMichael Garrett, Class of 2026 linebacker who is from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and plays for Central High School
Aug 31, 2024; Columbus, OH, USA; Buford High School safety Nassir McCoy watches Ohio State football warm up before the Buckeyes' 52-6 win over Akron.
Pike Road's Ja'Michael Jones (21) scores a late touchdown against Saraland during their AHSAA football playoff game on the Pike Road High School campus in Pike Road, Ala., Friday evening November 29, 2024.
Victor Lincoln, Class of 2026 defensive back from Lancaster, Texas
Braylen Williams, a cornerback who plays for Tupelo High School in Mississippi
Rees Wise, Class of 2026 quarterback who plays at Westlake High School in Austin, Texas
MRA wide receiver Case Thomas (2) carries for yardage against Ravenwood High in Madison, Miss., Friday, Aug. 22, 2025.
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Greene County wide receiver Jase Mathews has been named to the Clarion Ledger 2025 Dandy Dozen.
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Greene County wide receiver Jase Mathews has been named to the Clarion Ledger 2025 Dandy Dozen.
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Landon Barnes, a Class of 2026 edge rusher who plays at Duncanville High School in Texas
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Damarius Yates, Class of 2026 running back from De Kalb, Mississippi, who plays at Kemper County High School
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Carmelow Reed, Class of 2026 defensive lineman from Olympia Fields, Illinois, who plays at Rich Township High School
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Oakland's Craig Tutt (1) runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown against Houston during the Class 6A Championship game on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at Finley Stadium, in Chattanooga.
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Four-star tackle Emanuel Tucker of New Albany, Mississippi, a former Mississippi State football commitment.
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Dorian Barney 2026 cornerback from Peachtree Ridge High in Georgia before the game with Florida Atlantic Sept 16, 2023; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; at Memorial Stadium.
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Iverson McCoy, Class of 2026 cornerback who plays for Tupelo High School in Mississippi
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Anthony Davis Jr., Class of 2026 linebacker who plays at Grayson High School in Loganville, Georgia
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
JaMichael Garrett, Class of 2026 linebacker who is from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and plays for Central High School
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Aug 31, 2024; Columbus, OH, USA; Buford High School safety Nassir McCoy watches Ohio State football warm up before the Buckeyes' 52-6 win over Akron.
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Pike Road's Ja'Michael Jones (21) scores a late touchdown against Saraland during their AHSAA football playoff game on the Pike Road High School campus in Pike Road, Ala., Friday evening November 29, 2024.
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Victor Lincoln, Class of 2026 defensive back from Lancaster, Texas
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Braylen Williams, a cornerback who plays for Tupelo High School in Mississippi
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
Rees Wise, Class of 2026 quarterback who plays at Westlake High School in Austin, Texas
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Ole Miss football recruiting, Pete Golding signees, Rebels 2026 class
MRA wide receiver Case Thomas (2) carries for yardage against Ravenwood High in Madison, Miss., Friday, Aug. 22, 2025.
Although Golding is known for posting only shark emojis on X when Ole Miss gets a commitment, he still sees criticism, praise and other feedback directed his way online.
"Obviously I've got kids, and we've got people who work here that do all that," Golding said. "Things get brought up, or someone will send me a text message. So you definitely see certain things."
Ole Miss posted a video on April 8 of Golding hitting a ceremonial tee shot with the Ole Miss golf team. Golding, who played golf and football for Delta State, said Ole Miss golf coach Chris Malloy is one of his best friends.
"I didn't get to play," Golding said. "I hit the first shot and came on back. I can assure you if you saw my golf game you wouldn't be worried about me playing golf."
Sam Hutchens covers Ole Miss for the Clarion Ledger. Email him at Shutchens@gannett.com or reach him on X at @Sam_Hutchens_
This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Why Ole Miss football coach Pete Golding does so little on social media
Q&A
What did Pete Golding say about coaches using social media?
Pete Golding stated that he doesn't understand how coaches can spend all day on social media while effectively doing their jobs.
Why does Pete Golding avoid social media?
Golding avoids social media because he feels he is not skilled enough at his job to balance it with the distractions of social media.
When did Pete Golding make his comments about social media?
Pete Golding made his comments about social media on April 14.
What does Pete Golding prioritize over social media?
Golding prioritizes his responsibilities within the Ole Miss football program over spending time on social media.
