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Prep basketball season tips off this week with a several games and events

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228sports.com – Curtis Rockwell – 2023-11-06 10:58:34

SUMMARY: The “Southern Six” in Mississippi has had a dry spell when it comes to state basketball championships in the past decade. The last boys team to win a title was Gulfport in 2014, and the last girls team was Bay High in 2013. This week, all 48 teams in the “Southern Six” will be aiming to break that drought and bring home a state title as the regular season tips off. There are several season-openers and tournaments taking place, including a round-robin affair hosted by Pass Christian and one-day events hosted by Gulfport and St. Martin.

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Unbeaten Lady Pirates Softball Team Rolls To Third Mercy-Rule Win In A Row

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228sports.com – Hunter Dawkins – 2025-02-23 15:42:00

SUMMARY: The Pass Christian Lady Pirates are off to a strong start this softball season, winning five straight games, including their last three by mercy rule. On Friday, they defeated the Gautier Lady Gators 12-2, with Braylee Cobern, Allie Purchner, and Olivia Saucier each contributing to an early lead. Makinlee Allen earned the win, allowing just five hits and two runs over five innings. The Lady Pirates accumulated 11 hits, including two each from Cobern, Purchner, Saucier, and Emma Purchner. The team also stole eight bases. Their next game is Thursday against Gulfport at 6:30 p.m. at the Philip Terrell Sports Complex.

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Panthers Defeat Terry 59-37, Look To Pounce Back In Final Four Rematch vs. Ridgeland

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228sports.com – Bill Glenn – 2025-02-23 11:17:00

SUMMARY: Pascagoula’s basketball team, after a dominant 59-37 win over Terry, is headed back to the state semifinals, where they will face Ridgeland, the team that ended their season last year. Coach Lorenzo Wright emphasized the team’s focus on the upcoming game, acknowledging the past defeat but stressing the importance of moving forward. Senior Kelan Rich led the Panthers with 23 points, while Blake Nettles added 16 points, including impressive dunks. Pascagoula’s defense and athleticism were on display, and now they are aiming for a state championship appearance after last year’s unexpected loss.

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How State Bowling Champion Adam Nguyen Rolled His Way To The Top

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228sports.com – 228admin – 2025-02-20 13:13:00

SUMMARY: D’Iberville senior Adam Nguyen emerged as the top high school bowler in Mississippi, claiming the individual title with a total score of 841 after a standout final game on February 6. Previously, his team secured the Class III boys championship, marking their fourth title in six years. Nguyen, who started bowling in eighth grade inspired by his brother, utilized a two-handed technique, enhancing his control. With a 224 opening score, he climbed the ranks to win by eight pins. Nguyen plans to attend the University of Southern Mississippi, majoring in nutrition while pursuing collegiate bowling opportunities.

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