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Prep Football Preview 2023: Gulfport sails into Class 7A to begin the Blake Pennock era

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1 year ago

August 20, 2023

228sports.com – Curtis Rockwell – 2023-08-20 14:29:18

SUMMARY: Gulfport High School’s football team in Mississippi is moving up to Class 7A after spending 14 seasons in Class 6A. The team has been a consistent playoff participant, making the postseason in 11 out of the past 14 seasons. However, they have only won two postseason games in the last 20 years. The team has a new head coach, Blake Pennock, who had a successful run at Ocean Springs High School. Gulfport will be joining the newly formed Region 4-7A, which includes familiar opponents from their previous region. The Admirals kick off their season on August 25th.

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Maroon Tide Storm Past Rebels 63-40 To Reach Fourth Straight South State Title Game

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1 day ago

November 23, 2024

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228sports.com – Rob Sigler – 2024-11-23 00:05:00

SUMMARY: Picayune rallied from a 21-7 deficit to defeat George County 63-40 in a home playoff game, scoring seven second-half touchdowns. The Maroon Tide (12-2) advanced to their fourth consecutive South State championship, where they will face undefeated Hattiesburg. After early turnovers, including two fumbles, Picayune began to dominate in the second half. Darrell Smith, who rushed for 244 yards, and Triston Cooper led the charge with multiple touchdowns. Despite George County’s efforts, including three rushing touchdowns from QB Deuce Knight, Picayune’s offense overwhelmed them. Coach Cody Stogner praised his team’s resilience in securing another South State title appearance.

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Wick’s Picks: One Of The Playoff Survivors Will Be The Team Visiting Hattiesburg

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4 days ago

November 20, 2024

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228sports.com – MIke Wixon – 2024-11-20 10:49:00

SUMMARY: Seven teams from the Southern Six are still in the hunt for a state football championship, but one will be eliminated in Round Two of the playoffs. Key matchups include George County vs. Picayune and Oak Grove vs. Ocean Springs, both of which feature rematches from earlier in the season. Picayune, a strong contender, faces George County after the Rebels upset West Jones. Oak Grove, the defending champion, takes on Ocean Springs, which is looking for its first title. Other matchups include Pascagoula vs. Hattiesburg, Wayne County vs. Gautier, Stone vs. Brookhaven, and McComb vs. Poplarville.

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Region Wrap-Up: Seven Southern Six Teams Look To Run Deeper In State Playoffs

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5 days ago

November 19, 2024

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228sports.com – Rob Sigler – 2024-11-19 10:27:00

SUMMARY: Only seven teams from the Southern Six are competing for state championships. In Class 7A, Ocean Springs achieved a comeback victory against Northwest Rankin, winning 24-17, and will face defending champion Oak Grove next. Gulfport lost 20-17 to Petal and was eliminated. In 6A, Picayune (10-2) will host George County (7-5) after both teams advanced from the first round. Pascagoula dominated Terry, winning 41-0. In 5A, Gautier edged Natchez 36-30, with quarterback Trey Irving leading the charge. Poplarville narrowly beat Columbia in 4A’s second round and will host McComb next.

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