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Weekend Rewind: 7 things we noticed in the Southern 6 (with help from The Eagles)
SUMMARY: The undefeated prep football teams in the “Southern Six” remain perfect as they head into practice this week. The Hancock Hawks achieved a 5-0 start, while Harrison Central is flying high at 4-0. St. Martin, on the other hand, is struggling with a 0-5 record and is currently on a 12-game losing streak. Pearl River Central also lost their ninth straight game, leaving them winless at 0-5. East Central had a standout performance from running back Ben Myrick, who scored seven touchdowns and rushed for 338 yards. Ocean Springs’ victory over Picayune was significant as they ended the Maroon Tide’s regular-season winning streak. Pascagoula emerged victorious against Biloxi, handing them their first home loss of the season.
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Wick’s Picks: One Of The Playoff Survivors Will Be The Team Visiting Hattiesburg
SUMMARY: Seven teams from the Southern Six are still in the hunt for a state football championship, but one will be eliminated in Round Two of the playoffs. Key matchups include George County vs. Picayune and Oak Grove vs. Ocean Springs, both of which feature rematches from earlier in the season. Picayune, a strong contender, faces George County after the Rebels upset West Jones. Oak Grove, the defending champion, takes on Ocean Springs, which is looking for its first title. Other matchups include Pascagoula vs. Hattiesburg, Wayne County vs. Gautier, Stone vs. Brookhaven, and McComb vs. Poplarville.
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Region Wrap-Up: Seven Southern Six Teams Look To Run Deeper In State Playoffs
SUMMARY: Only seven teams from the Southern Six are competing for state championships. In Class 7A, Ocean Springs achieved a comeback victory against Northwest Rankin, winning 24-17, and will face defending champion Oak Grove next. Gulfport lost 20-17 to Petal and was eliminated. In 6A, Picayune (10-2) will host George County (7-5) after both teams advanced from the first round. Pascagoula dominated Terry, winning 41-0. In 5A, Gautier edged Natchez 36-30, with quarterback Trey Irving leading the charge. Poplarville narrowly beat Columbia in 4A’s second round and will host McComb next.
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Gulfport Falls Short Of Ending One-And-Done Streak As Petal Wins On Late Field Goal
SUMMARY: The Gulfport Admirals’ season ended in the first round of the state playoffs for the fourth consecutive year, losing 20-17 to Petal. After a slow start, Gulfport tied the game with a touchdown from Cooper Crosby, but Petal clinched victory with a 25-yard field goal in the final seconds. The Admirals struggled offensively, managing only 26 yards in the first half but showing improvement later, with quarterback Dane Sullivan passing for 223 yards and two touchdowns. Despite strong defense led by Andre Peters, the Admirals finished the season at 7-4 under coach Blake Pennock.
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