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Pearl River’s Morgan Craft tabbed NJCAA Player of the Week

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September 24, 2024

www.prccathletics.com – 228admin – 2024-09-24 23:00:00

SUMMARY: Morgan Craft, a kicker from Pearl River Community College, was named the National Junior College Athletic Association’s Player of the Week, following his recognition as the MACCC’s Special Teams Player of the Week. Craft was instrumental in Pearl River’s comeback victory against East Central, successfully completing all five of his kicks, including a game-winning 32-yard field goal. He becomes the first NJCAA Player of the Week from PRCC since Justin Jefferson in 2021. The Wildcats are set to face Gulf Coast in their next game, and tickets are available online and at the gate.

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Six Region Volleyball Champions Set The Stage For Playoff Openers On The Coast

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228sports.com – Bruce Thornton – 2024-09-26 15:13:20

SUMMARY: As the regular volleyball season concludes, teams in the Southern Six have clinched playoff spots. Ocean Springs (7A), Hancock (6A), Vancleave (5A), Poplarville (4A), OLA (3A), and Resurrection (1A) will host first-round matches on October 5 and 8. Gulfport has secured the runner-up position in 4-7A, while Hancock looks to finish undefeated in 6A. Vancleave and East Central have also qualified, with Vancleave aiming for a perfect region record. Poplarville dominates 4A with an 8-0 record, and OLA wraps up 3A without a loss. Resurrection prepares for their home playoff opener.

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The Real Legend Of The Biloxi And Pascagoula Indians

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September 26, 2024

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228sports.com – Brett Merrill – 2024-09-26 13:38:11

SUMMARY: The legend of the Singing River narrates a tale of love and tragedy between the Biloxi and Pascagoula Indian tribes. Princess Anola of the Biloxi Tribe elopes with Altama, the chief of the Pascagoula Tribe, defying her engagement. Enraged, Anola’s fiancé leads a march against the Pascagoula. In despair, the Pascagoula Tribe joins hands, singing a haunting death song as they enter the river, which becomes known as the Singing River. This legend symbolizes love, loss, and the enduring spirit of unity. Today, a football rivalry between the two regions honors this heritage, with Pascagoula currently leading the competition.

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Driven And Battle-Tested: Coaches Eye Picayune-Ocean Springs Clash Ahead of Region Play

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September 25, 2024

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228sports.com – Rob Sigler – 2024-09-25 21:22:01

SUMMARY: Picayune (2-2) is set to face Ocean Springs (1-3) in a crucial game before region play begins. Both teams have struggled, with Picayune losing last week to Gulfport and Ocean Springs earning its first win against Natchez. Coaches Cody Stogner and Jake Bramlett emphasized the importance of this match for improvement and building confidence as they prepare for tougher division challenges. Stogner noted the need for his team to finish drives and tackle better, while Bramlett highlighted controlling the line of scrimmage. The game, which serves as Ocean Springs’ homecoming, kicks off at 7 p.m. on Friday.

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