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No. 12 Bulldogs advance to finals with win over No. 14 Meridian
SUMMARY: The No. 12 Mississippi Gulf Coast tennis team overcame No. 14 Meridian with a score of 5-2 in the NJCAA Region 23 semifinals in Ellisville. The Bulldogs excelled by securing all three doubles matches, significantly improving from their slow start in the quarterfinals. This victory advances them to the championship match against No. 10 Jones and secures a spot in the NJCAA Division I Women’s Tennis Championship in Tyler, Texas. Coach Sam Blackburn praised the team’s performance, especially acknowledging their impressive start in doubles. Key wins in both doubles and singles were highlighted, with achievements from players like Mikenzy Dubrow, Lauren Sullivan, Angela Moreno, and Danique Vermue. Gulf Coast aims to continue their strong gameplay into the finals, facing a Jones team that previously defeated them in the regular season.
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SUMMARY: The Raising Cane’s Panther Classic at Pascagoula Gymnasium launched the 2025 sports year with a full day of basketball, featuring eight games among 14 schools. Athletic director Steve Engle praised the event’s success and volunteers. Highlights included the Baker girls’ dramatic overtime victory over D’Iberville, 53-49, and Northeast Lauderdale boys defeating Resurrection, 61-43. Hancock managed a close win against Greene County, 45-38, while Meridian beat Ocean Springs, 51-44, with standout performances. The event culminated with Biloxi securing a high-scoring 67-54 win against Hattiesburg, and West Jones defeating Pascagoula, 62-47, in the final game.
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SUMMARY: Poplarville football, established in 1911, finally secured its first state championship under Coach Jay Beech, who has led the Hornets to the playoffs every season since 2014. With a 29-28 victory over Louisville, Poplarville claimed the Class 4A title, overcoming a fourth-quarter deficit. Beech praised his team’s resilience, particularly in light of injuries faced throughout the season. This year, the Hornets won 10 out of 11 one-possession games. Beech expressed pride in the team’s execution in high-pressure situations, marking this championship as a significant milestone for both the program and its players.
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SUMMARY: Fredrick Nicholson, a standout linebacker at Gautier High School, was pivotal to the team’s defense and led the Coast in tackles. His strong work ethic and leadership were influenced by his family, especially his father, a retired Army sergeant. Dedicated to football since childhood, Nicholson developed a pregame fishing ritual that helped him stay centered. Despite the loss in the state championship, he emphasized growth and community support over the final score. Nicholson’s commitment extends beyond football; he is involved in sports journalism and aims to continue learning while pursuing a future in football or athletic administration.
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