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Volleyball playoffs: Lafayette sweeps past East Central 3-0 in Class 5A championship match
SUMMARY: In the Class 5A state volleyball championship, Lafayette High defeated East Central in three sets to win their first-ever state championship. Led by Harmony Jackson and Maggie Tower, Lafayette dominated the first set and pulled through in the second set after a strong start by East Central. Lafayette finished the season on a nine-match win streak and a record of 26-11, while East Central, under first-year head coach Kayla Everett, finished 24-15 overall. Lafayette’s victory marked the second time in three seasons they reached the title match, and this time they emerged as champions.
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Two-Point Conversion In Final Seconds Propels Long Beach To Wild 36-35 Win At Bay High
SUMMARY: The Long Beach Bearcats defeated the Bay High Tigers 36-35 on Friday, earning their first win against them since 2018. The match, held at J.D. McCullough Stadium, showcased a seesaw battle with multiple lead changes. Long Beach running back Junior Brown was a standout, rushing for 177 yards and three touchdowns. Bay High’s Xander Ladner contributed significantly with 229 passing yards and four touchdowns. Long Beach’s defense was led by Jayden Scott, who recorded nine tackles. Both teams demonstrated strong performances, setting the stage for upcoming games, with Long Beach facing Purvis and Bay High visiting West Harrison.
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The Picker Sees Five Closely Contested Victories Among His Predictions This Week
SUMMARY: In Week Three of high school football, Wick’s Picks faced challenges, correctly selecting only three out of four games, marking the first losses for Pascagoula, D’Iberville, Gulfport, and George County. The picker’s season record stands at 12-9 (57.1%). Vancleave achieved its first victory, defeating Forrest County 17-14, while several teams, including Moss Point and Ocean Springs, are still searching for wins. Upcoming matches forecast close contests among several teams, with notable games featuring Pascagoula at D’Iberville and Gautier against the struggling Moss Point. Overall, competitive dynamics continue as teams gear up for Week Four.
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Pennock, Stogner Anticipate Next ‘Four-Quarter Fight’ Between Gulfport, Picayune
SUMMARY: Picayune and Gulfport, two top high school football teams, will meet for the 66th time at Lee-Triplett Stadium on Friday. Both coaches, Blake Pennock (Gulfport) and Cody Stogner (Picayune), anticipate a hard-fought match, emphasizing the contrasting styles of their teams. Last year’s game saw Picayune rally from a deficit to win 28-21, highlighted by running back Darrell Smith’s breakout performance. Both teams seek improvement: Gulfport aims to overcome a recent loss, while Picayune has won consecutive games after an early defeat. The game kicks off at 7 p.m., with key strategies focused on controlling the line of scrimmage.
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