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Prep Football Preview 2023: George County looks to shake off playoff rust in new surroundings

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1 year ago

August 13, 2023

228sports.com – Curtis Rockwell – 2023-08-13 15:59:48

SUMMARY: George County High School’s football team is hoping to break a 16-year playoff win drought as they move up a class in the Mississippi High School Activities Association’s expansion to seven classifications. The team’s last playoff win was in 2007 when they defeated Meridian in the Class 5A South State finals. Since then, they have suffered six consecutive playoff losses. The Rebels will be competing in the revamped Region 4-6A, which includes teams like Pascagoula and Hancock. Coach James Ray will lead the team in his fourth season and their first game is against East Central Hornets.

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Pass Christian Extends Unbeaten January Streak, Stays Perfect In Region Play

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4 days ago

January 19, 2025

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228sports.com – Hunter Dawkins – 2025-01-19 15:08:00

SUMMARY: The Pass Christian Pirates extended their unbeaten January streak with a 53-42 win over Bay High and a 40-25 victory against Moss Point, improving to 15-8 overall and 4-0 in the region. The Pirates’ offense has been key, averaging 60 points per game during their six-game winning streak. In the Moss Point game, Pass Christian’s strong second half (28 points) helped secure the win. Landon Hall led the Pirates with 30 points in the Bay High game, while Kyran Laneaux added 11. Pass Christian will face Canton next, with a potential scheduling update due to weather concerns.

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West Harrison Rules Rivalry Night With Double Wins At Long Beach

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5 days ago

January 18, 2025

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228sports.com – Hunter Dawkins – 2025-01-18 20:59:00

SUMMARY: The West Harrison basketball teams secured decisive victories over Long Beach on Friday. The Lady Hurricanes dominated 61-26, with Sydnei Barber scoring 19 points, while Jazlee Deschamp added 15. Long Beach’s Paityn Langley led her team with 13 points. In the boys’ game, West Harrison won 67-50, despite Long Beach’s early lead. Logan Robinson led the Hurricanes with 17 points, followed by Owen Reese with 12. Long Beach’s Andre Windham scored 25 points but was the only Bearcat in double digits. West Harrison will next host George County, while Long Beach faces Picayune.

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Boys And Girls Basketball In Full Swing With Eight Games In One Day At Panther Classic

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2 weeks ago

January 7, 2025

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228sports.com – Bill Glenn – 2025-01-07 18:05:00

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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