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Faria, Roberson named Bulldogs of the Week
SUMMARY: Vicente Faria, a freshman from Lisbon, Portugal, and Jorja Roberson, a sophomore outfielder from Branyan, received the Bulldogs of the Week honors for April 1-7. Faria, representing No. 13 Gulf Coast, won all his matches last week, including No. 1 doubles with Gonzalo Cotter and a singles match in straight sets. Roberson had an impressive week batting .462 with two homers, a triple, and two doubles, contributing significantly to Gulf Coast's 3-1 week, which included standout performances in victories over No. 12 East Central and Coahoma. Other nominees were Kylie Burnette, Kaden Irving, Brayden Scott, and Danique Vermue for their notable contributions to Gulf Coast's sports.
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Despite 2-1 Playoff Series Loss, Biloxi Indians Have A Baseball Season They Can Be Proud Of
SUMMARY: The Biloxi Indians' baseball season ended with a 10-0 loss to Brandon in the first round of the Class 7A playoffs, concluding their season with an 18-12 record. After losing Game One, Biloxi forced a decisive third game by winning Game Two with a 5-1 victory, showcasing strong performances, notably from Connor Lofton and Will Miles. Despite the loss, Coach Hawtin Buchanan praised the team's growth and resilience throughout the season, highlighting the leadership of the graduating seniors, including key players Fontanelle, Miles, and DeLaughter. Brandon advances to face Ocean Springs in the next round.
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Here’s What’s Next After 11 Southern Six Baseball Teams Score Playoff Series Wins With Thrills, Sweeps
SUMMARY: Local high school baseball teams are progressing through the playoffs aiming for state championships, with games scheduled across various classes. In Class 7A, Ocean Springs will confront Brandon, following a decisive win against Petal, while Gulfport faces Northwest Rankin after a narrow victory over Oak Grove in Class 6A. Picayune and Pearl River Central, rivals located just miles apart, are set for a showdown. In Class 5A, Stone High will meet South Jones, and Class 4A features matches like Poplarville versus Sumrall. St. Patrick faces Southeast Lauderdale in Class 3A. Lastly, Resurrection Catholic continues its championship streak in Class 1A against Ethel. Game times are primarily at 7 p.m., with some exceptions.
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D’Iberville Rallies In Last At-Bat To Beat Brandon And Advance In Softball Playoffs
SUMMARY: In a dramatic Class 7A softball playoff series, D'Iberville secured a first-round win against Brandon with a 5-4 victory in the final game, thanks to Annah Nicely's seventh-inning single that scored Maddie Porter. Each of the three games ended with walk-off wins. D'Iberville trailed 4-3 in the seventh inning before rallying back. Emma Franklin, the winning pitcher for D'Iberville, delivered both on the mound with six strikeouts and at the plate by tying the game, setting the stage for Nicely's game-winning hit. The series featured exceptional performances, including two home runs in the series by Brandon's Hannah Jo Sullivan. D'Iberville advances to face the undefeated Northwest Rankin in the next round.
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