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Excitement Builds As Playoff Races In Southern Six Head Into Final Weeks

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7 months ago

April 7, 2024

228sports.com – Bruce Thornton – 2024-04-07 20:17:50

SUMMARY: The second week of April is critical in high school softball as teams across the Southern Six vie for playoff positions in the final weeks of their region races. Key matchups include Gulfport versus Ocean Springs and D’Iberville in 7A, George County against Picayune in 6A, Stone competing with Vancleave in 5A, Pass Christian playing Poplarville in 4A, and St. Patrick facing off against West Marion in 3A. In Region 4-7A, D’Iberville leads at 5-0 but faces strong opponents. George County and Picayune are head-to-head in 6A, each with a 5-1 region record. Region play conclusions and potential playoff qualifications are imminent, highlighting the intensity and importance of the upcoming games for the involved teams.

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

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7 hours ago

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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Wick’s Picks: Playoff Fever Sweeps Southern Six. Who Will Win On Friday?

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10 hours ago

November 13, 2024

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228sports.com – MIke Wixon – 2024-11-13 13:04:00

SUMMARY: The high school football playoffs are set to begin, with all teams looking to compete for the championship title. Picayune, the last Southern Six state champions in 2021 and 2022, enters the playoffs as the top seed in Region 4-6A. They face Pearl River Central, which barely made it with two wins. Other strong contenders include Ocean Springs, Gulfport, and Biloxi. Several teams are returning to the playoffs, and experience may play a crucial role in potential upsets. Key matchups include Pascagoula against Terry and Gulfport versus Petal, with many expecting competitive games ahead.

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Hancock Boys And Girls Golf Teams Sweep 6A State Titles

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6 days ago

November 7, 2024

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228sports.com – Brett Merrill – 2024-11-07 17:45:00

SUMMARY: Hancock High School achieved a historic feat by having both its boys and girls golf teams win Class 6A state championships in consecutive weeks. The boys team triumphed on October 29 at Mallard Pointe Golf Course, finishing 16 strokes ahead of Saltillo. The girls won the previous week at The Oaks Golf Club, dominating their competition by 53 shots. Sophomore Karstyn Altese led the girls with a 144 total, while senior Logan Jensen claimed the individual title for the boys with a remarkable 67 in the first round. This success showcases Hancock’s strong golf program and community support.

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