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Prep Football Preview 2023: Gulfport sails into Class 7A to begin the Blake Pennock era

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2 years ago

August 20, 2023

228sports.com – Curtis Rockwell – 2023-08-20 14:29:18

SUMMARY: Gulfport High School’s football team in Mississippi is moving up to Class 7A after spending 14 seasons in Class 6A. The team has been a consistent playoff participant, making the postseason in 11 out of the past 14 seasons. However, they have only won two postseason games in the last 20 years. The team has a new head coach, Blake Pennock, who had a successful run at Ocean Springs High School. Gulfport will be joining the newly formed Region 4-7A, which includes familiar opponents from their previous region. The Admirals kick off their season on August 25th.

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

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2 days ago

February 20, 2025

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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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How State Bowling Champion Adam Nguyen Of D’Iberville Rolled His Way To The Top

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1 week ago

February 15, 2025

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228sports.com – MIke Wixon – 2025-02-15 18:13:00

SUMMARY: D’Iberville senior Adam Nguyen won the state high school bowling championship, finishing with a total score of 841 after a clutch final game where he scored 227. Initially ranking third, he moved up to first place in Jackson on February 6. D’Iberville also clinched the Class III team title, marking their fourth championship in six years. Nguyen, inspired by his brother, started bowling in eighth grade. With a 3.5 GPA, he plans to study nutrition at the University of Southern Mississippi and is open to college bowling opportunities. He encourages everyone to try bowling, emphasizing its enjoyment.

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Jacob Massey Resigns As Long Beach Football Coach After Three Seasons

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1 week ago

February 12, 2025

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228sports.com – Hunter Dawkins – 2025-02-12 14:49:00

SUMMARY: The Long Beach School Board accepted the resignation of head football coach Jacob Massey during a recent meeting, initiating the search for a new coach. In his three years with the Bearcats, Massey had a 4-29 record but helped end a 30-game losing streak and secured the team’s first Oyster Bowl victory since 2017. Massey expressed gratitude to the school community and plans to move closer to family in Northeast Mississippi. Long Beach has struggled in recent seasons, with its last winning record in 2017. Massey will complete the current school year with the district.

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