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Seven Southern Six Volleyball Teams Will Compete In Season-Opening Mississippi Invitational

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228sports.com – Bruce Thornton – 2024-07-30 20:31:50

SUMMARY: The 2024 high school volleyball season begins this weekend with seven Southern Six teams participating in the Mississippi Invitational at the Jackson Convention Center. The tournament features 32 top state programs, utilizing eight courts for pool play on Friday, followed by bracket matches on Saturday. Each team will play three matches for seeding, with the top teams advancing to either the gold or silver brackets. Notable participants include defending 3A champion OLA and the 6A runner-up Hancock. Admission is $10 per day, with concession stands available, and no outside food or drinks permitted. Pool play starts at 2:30 p.m. on Friday.

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

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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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First-Time State Champion Hornets Thrived Under Pressure Right To The Thrilling End

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228sports.com – Rob Sigler – 2024-12-19 14:59:00

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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How The Fishing Linebacker Helped Lead Gautier To New Heights In 2024

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228sports.com – Brett Merrill – 2024-12-18 16:36:00

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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