www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-07-08 09:51:05

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Panthers women's football team recently won a championship, marking a significant achievement for the players and the league. Team members shared their journey into football, transitioning from flag football to tackle, and the joy and challenges of playing a traditionally male-dominated sport. They emphasized the physical nature of their game and the strong coaching they receive. The Panthers practice year-round and encourage new players to join through tryouts. The growing popularity of the team, particularly on social media, has attracted more attention and interest. They play at Madison Ridgeland Academy and aim to build upon their success in future seasons.

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www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-07-08 09:47:54

SUMMARY: The new athletic director of Jackson Public Schools, Mr. Green, discusses his goals and experiences in his role. His first goal is to establish a culture of excellence and success, focusing on the holistic development of student-athletes academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. He emphasizes supporting coaches with necessary resources and collaborating with stakeholders, including parents and community members. Mr. Green highlights the need to improve the football program by hiring quality coaches and enhancing facilities. He acknowledges the mentorship from his predecessor, Coach Jones, and shares anecdotes of past successes, showcasing championship rings. His biggest professional achievement is becoming the executive director.

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www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-07-08 09:36:10

SUMMARY: This Monday morning, temperatures are starting in the mid-70s with sunny skies, but clouds will move in later. It's calm now, but highs will reach the mid-90s by the afternoon, feeling hotter with a heat index of up to 105°F. By 1 PM, expect 92°F, rising to 95°F by 3 PM. Isolated showers are possible by 3 PM (20% chance) and increase to 30% by 7 PM. Evening temperatures will be in the upper 80s. Tonight, showers may continue but clear by morning. Tomorrow will be breezy with winds up to 25 mph. Overall, expect hot, muggy conditions with intermittent rain.

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