SUMMARY: As the high school volleyball regular season nears its end, playoff spots are almost decided in the Southern Six. Ocean Springs has clinched a region title, while Hancock, Vancleave, Poplarville, OLA, and Resurrection are close behind. In Region 4-7A, Gulfport and D’Iberville vie for playoff spots alongside Harrison Central and Biloxi. Hancock leads Region 4-6A, and Pearl River Central is competing in Region 3-6A. East Central and Poplarville maintain strong records in Regions 4-5A and 8-4A, respectively. Meanwhile, Resurrection tops Region 8-1A, with a potential title clinch ahead against Lumberton.

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SUMMARY: The Long Beach Bearcats defeated the Bay High Tigers 36-35 on Friday, earning their first win against them since 2018. The match, held at J.D. McCullough Stadium, showcased a seesaw battle with multiple lead changes. Long Beach running back Junior Brown was a standout, rushing for 177 yards and three touchdowns. Bay High’s Xander Ladner contributed significantly with 229 passing yards and four touchdowns. Long Beach’s defense was led by Jayden Scott, who recorded nine tackles. Both teams demonstrated strong performances, setting the stage for upcoming games, with Long Beach facing Purvis and Bay High visiting West Harrison.

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SUMMARY: In Week Three of high school football, Wick’s Picks faced challenges, correctly selecting only three out of four games, marking the first losses for Pascagoula, D’Iberville, Gulfport, and George County. The picker’s season record stands at 12-9 (57.1%). Vancleave achieved its first victory, defeating Forrest County 17-14, while several teams, including Moss Point and Ocean Springs, are still searching for wins. Upcoming matches forecast close contests among several teams, with notable games featuring Pascagoula at D’Iberville and Gautier against the struggling Moss Point. Overall, competitive dynamics continue as teams gear up for Week Four.

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