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Volleyball playoffs: OLA brings 16th state championship back to the Bay in the past 20 years
SUMMARY: The Our Lady Academy Crescents volleyball team secured their sixteenth state title by defeating the Alcorn Central team 3-1 in the Class 3A title championship. Their victory, celebrated at the Gillom Athletics Performance Center on the Ole Miss Campus, was their second consecutive win over Alcorn Central, who they previously lost to in 2021. The Crescents team ended the season with a remarkable 42-4 tally, while Alcorn’s Lady Bears ended at 31-6. Junior player Ava Davis was awarded the Most Valuable Player by the Mississippi High School Activities Association.
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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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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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SUMMARY: West Harrison defeated George County in both basketball games on Monday night. The Lady Hurricanes won 69-33, improving to 17-1 overall. Sydnei Barber scored 26 points in the first half, leading the team to a dominant victory. In the boys’ game, West Harrison won 65-57, improving to 8-8. The Canes built a strong 22-6 lead after the first quarter, with Jazeer Carter scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds. Despite a late rally from George County, led by LB Bradley’s 26 points, the Rebels fell short. West Harrison remains undefeated in region play at 3-0.
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