SUMMARY: The 2024 state high school volleyball championships begin Thursday at Mississippi College in Clinton, featuring teams East Central, Hancock, Ocean Springs, and OLA, all of which won South State titles. OLA plays at 2 p.m., Hancock at 4 p.m., and Ocean Springs at 6 p.m., with East Central’s match on Friday. OLA seeks its third consecutive state title, competing against North champion Belmont. Hancock aims for redemption against Lake Cormorant, the defending champion, while Ocean Springs faces Lewisburg. East Central will compete against Lafayette in the 5A finals. The championship matches will be held at A.E. Wood Coliseum.

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SUMMARY: High school football in the Southern Six regions is intensifying as teams vie for playoff spots. Key matchups this Friday include Ocean Springs versus Harrison Central in Region 4-7A, while Gulfport hosts D’Iberville. In Region 3-6A, unbeaten Hattiesburg faces Forest Hill, and Pearl River Central plays Terry. Region 4-6A features Hancock against George County, with Picayune also in action. Region 4-5A sees Wayne County battling Gautier, and Poplarville leads Region 8-4A against Tylertown. Resurrection Catholic seeks a playoff berth in Region 8-1A, playing East Marion. Overall, several teams aim for their first region wins.

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SUMMARY: The second game of the season is crucial for high school football teams, especially for those that lost their opener in region play, as a second loss significantly diminishes their playoff chances. Conversely, teams that won their first game have more flexibility, with a second win solidifying their playoff prospects. Currently, Poplarville leads Region 8-4A with a 2-0 record, while several other teams remain in contention. Playoff hopes are diminishing for teams with 0-1 records, such as Pascagoula and St. Martin. Upcoming matches are pivotal as teams compete for playoff positioning.

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