SUMMARY: In Week Three of high school football, Wick’s Picks faced challenges, correctly selecting only three out of four games, marking the first losses for Pascagoula, D’Iberville, Gulfport, and George County. The picker’s season record stands at 12-9 (57.1%). Vancleave achieved its first victory, defeating Forrest County 17-14, while several teams, including Moss Point and Ocean Springs, are still searching for wins. Upcoming matches forecast close contests among several teams, with notable games featuring Pascagoula at D’Iberville and Gautier against the struggling Moss Point. Overall, competitive dynamics continue as teams gear up for Week Four.

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SUMMARY: Picayune and Gulfport, two top high school football teams, will meet for the 66th time at Lee-Triplett Stadium on Friday. Both coaches, Blake Pennock (Gulfport) and Cody Stogner (Picayune), anticipate a hard-fought match, emphasizing the contrasting styles of their teams. Last year’s game saw Picayune rally from a deficit to win 28-21, highlighted by running back Darrell Smith’s breakout performance. Both teams seek improvement: Gulfport aims to overcome a recent loss, while Picayune has won consecutive games after an early defeat. The game kicks off at 7 p.m., with key strategies focused on controlling the line of scrimmage.

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SUMMARY: No. 4 Mississippi Gulf Coast is preparing for a challenging matchup against Southwest Mississippi this Thursday, following a recent victory. Coach Jack Wright emphasized the Bears’ explosive offense, highlighting their effective passing game. Gulf Coast has won 17 consecutive meetings against Southwest and leads the series 64-22-3, though last year’s game was close, with Gulf Coast rallying from a 20-7 deficit. The Bulldogs focus on correcting mistakes from their comeback win over Jones. Freshman Henry Brewer leads Southwest’s offense, showcasing impressive performance with key receivers. The game starts at 7 p.m. and can be streamed online.

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