SUMMARY: Hancock and George County face off in a close game, with Hancock coming out on top 3-2 in the first of 68 South State series. The game was tied at two in the third inning, with both teams showing strong pitching. Freshman Payton Cins stood out with numerous strikeouts for Hancock. George County, with no juniors and only one senior, relied on younger players to compete. In the fifth inning, Hancock scored the winning run with Blakeley Slay crossing the plate. The game was a reminder of the skill and determination of both teams, with Hancock ultimately securing the victory.

HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL: Hancock @ George County (5/9/2024) [6A Playoffs, South State]

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SUMMARY: Two softball teams from the region will be representing in the state championships next week in Hattisburg, with teams from the coast competing in the 5A and 6A classifications. In the 5A matchup, Van CLE will face off against East Central, with East Central taking an early lead in the first inning. Despite a comeback by Van CLE in the third inning, East Central ultimately secured a 3-2 victory in game one. The game was closely contested throughout, with both teams fighting hard for the win. East Central's win sets the stage for an exciting rematch in the next game of the series.

HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL: Vancleave @ East Central (5/9/2024) [5A Playoffs, South State]

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SUMMARY: Strong storms passed through South Mississippi with heavy rain, lightning, and power outages. Debris scattered along Highway 15 in George County and a tree went through a car's windshield in Brandon. In Alabama, a tornado touched down in DeKalb County, damaging at least 30 homes and injuring two people. Thankfully, no fatalities were reported, with officials attributing the lack of deaths to the preparations of first responders and citizens. Thousands lost power in the central part of the state, with reports of a transformer exploding. More damage photos and videos are available on WLx.com.

Storms passed through South Mississippi overnight and Friday morning. While the Coast has cleared, we're getting a look at just some of the damage left behind.

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