SUMMARY: Two Coast matchups in South State softball games ended with ties to the region. Hancock played against George County, with the winner set to face South Panola in the 6A state championship. The Lady Hawks led 2-1 before Brooklyn Quavis hit a double, followed by Taylor Dunbar contributing another run. Despite Hancock's attempts to come back in the seventh, the Lady Hawks secured the win with Ashlin Gaston hitting a double and Abigail Carver adding an insurance run. Hancock became the 6A South State Champions and will advance to the state championship in Hattisburg next week.

HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL: Hancock @ George County (5/11/2024) [6A Playoffs, South State]

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SUMMARY: In the 5A State softball series, East Central Lady Hornets defeated Van Cleave to win the title. The game saw Kinsey Cochran scoring a run in the fourth inning, followed by a solo shot from Kaye Lawson in the fifth inning. Khloe Shepard also contributed by scoring in the same inning. East Central secured a five to nothing victory and qualified to face Corinth in Hattisburg the following week. The game showcased a strong performance from East Central, leading them to victory in the State softball series.

HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL: Vancleave @ East Central (5/11/2024) [5A Playoffs, South State]

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SUMMARY: The 36th annual Special Olympics at Keesler Air Force Base had the theme “Adventure is out there.” Over 500 athletes with special needs were paired with Airman volunteers to participate in nine different sports like volleyball, powerlifting, and track racing. Colonel Billy Pope described the event as a privilege to have on the base, praising the athletes for their determination and hard work. Both volunteers and athletes are looking forward to next year's Olympics, emphasizing the impressive attitude and drive displayed by the participants.

Games included volleyball, powerlifting, track racing, and more

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