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Game Of The Week: Pascagoula Aims For First Win At Picayune Since 1988

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1 month ago

October 9, 2024

228sports.com – Brett Merrill – 2024-10-09 16:30:00

SUMMARY: The Pascagoula Panthers will face the Picayune Maroon Tide in a crucial regional game on Friday, with significant title implications. Coach Lewis Sims leads the Panthers (4-1), who are looking to break a road win drought at Picayune, where they last triumphed in 1988. Pascagoula enters with momentum after victories against 7A teams, showcasing a potent offense averaging over 34 points per game. Meanwhile, Picayune (4-2) relies on a physical run game and a versatile quarterback, Brandon Parker Jr. The intense rivalry promises an exciting matchup at Lee-Triplett Field, starting at 7 p.m.

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Wick’s Picks: One Of The Playoff Survivors Will Be The Team Visiting Hattiesburg

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3 days ago

November 20, 2024

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228sports.com – MIke Wixon – 2024-11-20 10:49:00

SUMMARY: Seven teams from the Southern Six are still in the hunt for a state football championship, but one will be eliminated in Round Two of the playoffs. Key matchups include George County vs. Picayune and Oak Grove vs. Ocean Springs, both of which feature rematches from earlier in the season. Picayune, a strong contender, faces George County after the Rebels upset West Jones. Oak Grove, the defending champion, takes on Ocean Springs, which is looking for its first title. Other matchups include Pascagoula vs. Hattiesburg, Wayne County vs. Gautier, Stone vs. Brookhaven, and McComb vs. Poplarville.

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Region Wrap-Up: Seven Southern Six Teams Look To Run Deeper In State Playoffs

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4 days ago

November 19, 2024

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228sports.com – Rob Sigler – 2024-11-19 10:27:00

SUMMARY: Only seven teams from the Southern Six are competing for state championships. In Class 7A, Ocean Springs achieved a comeback victory against Northwest Rankin, winning 24-17, and will face defending champion Oak Grove next. Gulfport lost 20-17 to Petal and was eliminated. In 6A, Picayune (10-2) will host George County (7-5) after both teams advanced from the first round. Pascagoula dominated Terry, winning 41-0. In 5A, Gautier edged Natchez 36-30, with quarterback Trey Irving leading the charge. Poplarville narrowly beat Columbia in 4A’s second round and will host McComb next.

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Gulfport Falls Short Of Ending One-And-Done Streak As Petal Wins On Late Field Goal

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6 days ago

November 16, 2024

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228sports.com – Hunter Dawkins – 2024-11-16 16:40:00

SUMMARY: The Gulfport Admirals’ season ended in the first round of the state playoffs for the fourth consecutive year, losing 20-17 to Petal. After a slow start, Gulfport tied the game with a touchdown from Cooper Crosby, but Petal clinched victory with a 25-yard field goal in the final seconds. The Admirals struggled offensively, managing only 26 yards in the first half but showing improvement later, with quarterback Dane Sullivan passing for 223 yards and two touchdowns. Despite strong defense led by Andre Peters, the Admirals finished the season at 7-4 under coach Blake Pennock.

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