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No. 13 MGCCC beats No. 19 Eagles
SUMMARY: No. 13 Mississippi Gulf Coast (8-6, 8-1 MACCC) achieved a significant victory at the MGCCC Tennis Complex, defeating No. 19 Meridian 7-2 in a dominant display that saw them drop only one doubles and one singles court. Coach Sam Blackburn praised the team’s performance, highlighting the solid doubles play and commendable efforts in singles matches. Key wins included Hiram Havard and Jeremiah Layton at No. 3 doubles (8-2) and successes from Duarte Mestre and Triston Hill at No. 2 doubles (8-5) and in their respective singles matches. The victory comes ahead of the Bulldogs’ last home regular-season match and aims for the second seed in the NJCAA Region 23 Tournament.
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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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SUMMARY: West Harrison defeated George County in both basketball games on Monday night. The Lady Hurricanes won 69-33, improving to 17-1 overall. Sydnei Barber scored 26 points in the first half, leading the team to a dominant victory. In the boys’ game, West Harrison won 65-57, improving to 8-8. The Canes built a strong 22-6 lead after the first quarter, with Jazeer Carter scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds. Despite a late rally from George County, led by LB Bradley’s 26 points, the Rebels fell short. West Harrison remains undefeated in region play at 3-0.
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