SUMMARY: The Gulfport Admirals secured their fourth consecutive playoff berth with a 42-7 homecoming win over the St. Martin Yellow Jackets. Despite five turnovers, Gulfport dominated offensively with 408 total yards compared to St. Martin’s 147. The Yellow Jackets initially scored, but Gulfport responded with 42 unanswered points, including four touchdowns fromDakoren Payton and Cooper Crosby, and a notable 98-yard reception by Crosby. Quarterback Dane Sullivan threw for 263 yards and three touchdowns. The Admirals’ defense excelled with seven tackles for loss. Next, Gulfport aims for a region title against Ocean Springs, while St. Martin faces D’Iberville.

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SUMMARY: Picayune dominated Long Beach with a 49-7 victory during their homecoming game, improving to 7-2 overall and 3-0 in 4-6A. The Maroon Tide quickly took control, scoring on the first play with a 62-yard interception return by Bam Parker. The team continued to execute effectively, scoring six touchdowns throughout the game, including a 55-yard run by Xavier Dennis on the final play. Coach Cody Stogner praised the team’s improved defensive efforts and emphasized their readiness for an upcoming match against George County. The Bearcats will face Hancock next week as they seek to regain momentum.

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SUMMARY: High school football teams are gearing up for playoff berths, with pivotal games in the Southern Six regions. In Region 4-7A, co-leaders Ocean Springs and Gulfport remain unbeaten. In 3-6A, Pearl River Central faces a tough match against unbeaten Hattiesburg. Region 4-6A sees Picayune and George County scoring high in recent wins, while Gautier leads 4-5A. Poplarville and Greene County are co-leaders in 8-4A, aiming for continued success. In 8-3A, St. Stanislaus looks to stay competitive, and Resurrection Catholic hopes to rebound in 8-1A against Sacred Heart after a recent loss.

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