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Hattiesburg joins pre-professional soccer league

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4 months ago

January 24, 2024

www.youtube.com – WJTV 12 News – 2024-01-24 17:13:15

SUMMARY: Hattiesburg Futbol Club “Thunder” has joined the pre-professional United Soccer League Two, focusing on developing professional soccer players. Over 50 players who played in the USL2 through college were drafted into the MLS last year. HFC is the second team in Mississippi to join the league, recruiting both local and international talent. They will host six home games at Tatum Park this summer, boosting local sports tourism. The city's tourism department sees this as an opportunity to showcase the quality of fields and the community's offerings. The games will be open to the public and those interested in trying out for the league can visit the WJTV website for more information.

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Mantachie coaches and players talk about winning the first ever softball championship

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6 hours ago

May 18, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-05-18 11:14:55

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The Mantachie softball coaches and players talk about winning their first sever softball championship.

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Corinth softball wins the 5A championship

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6 hours ago

May 18, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-05-18 11:14:17

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The Corinth softball team won the 5A state softball championship on Friday afternoon.

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Deadly Shooting Suspect Identified

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8 hours ago

May 18, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-18 09:12:47

SUMMARY: The Jackson Police Department has arrested and charged Bobby Jones with murder in connection to a deadly gas station shooting that took place at the Shell station on Northside Drive. The incident occurred around 6:30 AM on Friday morning, resulting in the shooting of Joshua Bennett. A witness reported hearing four to six shots and seeing the shooter grab a backpack before leaving the scene. Police emphasize the importance of individual responsibility in such cases and stress the need for respect in the community. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing as more details are released.