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West Harrison Rides The Ground Game To Overwhelm East Marion 48-12

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228sports.com – Hunter Dawkins – 2024-09-14 18:26:57

SUMMARY: The West Harrison Hurricanes (2-1) dominated the East Marion Eagles (0-3) with a 48-12 victory in their home opener on Friday. The Hurricanes outgained the Eagles with 406 yards, shutting them out for the first three quarters. Coach Quincy Patrick praised the defensive line’s performance. Running backs Jordan Stapleton and Trey Harrison excelled, combining for 304 rushing yards and six touchdowns. Quarterback Demario Davies completed one pass for 50 yards. In light of Hurricane Francine, Patrick expressed concerns for the Gulf Coast community. The Hurricanes will host Bay High on September 20 after previously defeating them 42-7.

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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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