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Knight, McNair Team Up To Help George County End 17-Year Playoff Drought

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November 16, 2024

228sports.com – Bruce Thornton – 2024-11-16 16:03:00

SUMMARY: The George County Rebels secured their first playoff victory since 2007 with a 26-22 win over West Jones in the first-round matchup. The Rebels improved to 7-5 and will face Picayune next week, who previously defeated them 27-20. After an early struggle, George County rallied with touchdowns from quarterback Deuce Knight, who finished with two rushing and two passing touchdowns. Despite trailing mid-game, the Rebels regained the lead with a late score. The defense held strong, stopping West Jones in the final minutes, ending their season at 8-3. Knight completed 13 of 23 passes for 226 yards.

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Cooper Sparks Picayune’s Domination Of PRC In 6A Playoff Opener

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November 16, 2024

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228sports.com – Rob Sigler – 2024-11-16 00:41:00

SUMMARY: Triston Cooper led Picayune to a strong 48-7 victory over Pearl River Central in the Class 6A playoffs, scoring three touchdowns in the first quarter and securing a 28-0 lead. Coach Cody Stogner emphasized the importance of winning and moving forward. Picayune (10-2) will face George County next, having previously beaten them in a close matchup. Cooper’s standout performance included a 30-yard touchdown run and key defensive plays, while PRC managed a single touchdown, ending their season at 2-8. Stogner was pleased with his team’s focus and execution throughout the game.

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Loper Shines As Pascagoula Rolls Past Terry In First Round Of 6A Playoffs

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16 hours ago

November 16, 2024

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228sports.com – MIke Wixon – 2024-11-16 00:35:00

SUMMARY: Under a full moon, the Pascagoula Panthers triumphed over the Terry Bulldogs 41-0 in the Class 6A playoffs. The Panthers advanced to the next round against the undefeated Hattiesburg Tigers. The game saw standout performances from junior linebacker Jarrad Loper, who scored two touchdowns on interception returns and one rushing touchdown. Pascagoula took an early lead with impressive plays and maintained control throughout. Despite a strong third-quarter effort from Terry, the Panthers rallied to secure their victory. Coach Lewis Sims praised his team’s effort but emphasized the need to prepare for a challenging matchup against Hattiesburg next week.

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Region Wrap-Up: Here Are Playoff Openers For 5A, 6A And 7A Teams In Southern Six

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November 13, 2024

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228sports.com – Rob Sigler – 2024-11-13 15:25:00

SUMMARY: The playoffs begin Friday for several Southern Six teams in Classes 5A, 6A, and 7A. In 7A, Region 4-7A champion Ocean Springs (6-4) hosts Northwest Rankin (5-5) in a rematch of a thrilling regular-season game. In 6A, Picayune (9-2) faces county rival Pearl River Central (2-7). Gautier (9-1) takes on Natchez (6-5) in 5A, while Poplarville (9-2) faces Columbia (8-3) in a 4A matchup. Other notable games include Pascagoula vs. Terry in 6A, Stone vs. Florence in 5A, and George County vs. West Jones in 6A. The playoffs bring high-stakes competition across the board.

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