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Hancock, East Central, And St. Patrick Head to State Softball Championships
SUMMARY: The 2024 state softball championships in Hattiesburg feature Hancock, East Central, and St. Patrick from the Southern Six, each eyeing state titles in their respective classes. Hancock and East Central progressed through tough matchups, claiming South State titles, whereas St. Patrick smoothly swept past Wesson. All games will be hosted at the Southern Miss Softball Complex. Hancock faces South Panola in 6A, aiming for a championship with a team led by standout players Teegan DeWitt and Brooklyn Cuevas. East Central, after defeating Vancleave, sets sights on Corinth in 5A, seeking their first state title since 2009. St. Patrick, with a strong playoff performance, challenges Mantachie in 3A, motivated by a potent mix of senior leadership and emerging talent. Poplarville, however, fell short to Purvis in the 4A South State series, ending their season.
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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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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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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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