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St. Patrick Girls Soccer Eyes Championship Repeat after Decisive Victory

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1 year ago

December 17, 2023

228sports.com – Stan Caldwell – 2023-12-17 18:48:05

SUMMARY: The St. Patrick girls’ soccer team is on track to defend their state championship after securing the Region 8-I title with a decisive 4-0 victory against Sacred Heart at Klein Field, boasting an 11-1-1 overall record and undefeated in the region. Junior striker Anna Katherine Thriffeley was the standout performer, netting a hat trick and showcasing her scoring prowess and versatility on the field. Coach Cassandra Terry praised the team’s effort and highlighted the creative play of Thriffeley. Meanwhile, the St. Patrick boys’ team faced adversity with key players out due to illness and a red-card incident, ultimately losing 3-0 to Sacred Heart. Despite the setbacks, both Irish teams showed determination and a strong will to compete, with the girls especially eager to add another title to their achievements.

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Pirates Run Aground In Morton’s 38-32 State Quarterfinal Victory

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February 23, 2025

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228sports.com – Hunter Dawkins – 2025-02-23 20:51:00

SUMMARY: The Pass Christian Pirates concluded their basketball season with a 38-32 loss to the Morton Panthers in the Class 4A state quarterfinals, marking the second consecutive year exiting at this stage. The Pirates, finishing the season 22-10 overall and 10-0 in region play, struggled offensively in the second quarter, scoring only three points. Despite a strong third quarter, they couldn’t capitalize late in the game, leading to a 6-0 run by Morton after a critical turnover. Coach Robin Sikes noted the importance of capitalizing on scoring opportunities, as the team missed 14 layups during the match.

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

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9 hours ago

February 23, 2025

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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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14 hours ago

February 23, 2025

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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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