SUMMARY: The high school softball playoffs in the South State semifinals feature 12 teams from the Southern Six across Classes 3A to 7A. Highlights include St. Patrick hosting Jefferson Davis County in Class 3A, and Greene County going up against Purvis in Class 4A. In 5A, East Central faces North Pike, while Vancleave, under soon-to-retire coach Donna Bragg, competes against Florence. In Class 6A, Picayune battles Hancock, and in Class 7A, Ocean Springs faces Petal while D'Iberville squares off against undefeated Northwest Rankin. Notable teams include the Lady Greyhounds, who have been on a winning streak, and the nationally ranked Lady Cougars. Games are scheduled for Thursday and Friday, with several teams aiming for state championship spots.

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SUMMARY: The No. 13 Mississippi Gulf Coast women's tennis team is headed to compete in the NJCAA Division I Women's Tennis Championship in Tyler, Texas, with play starting on Saturday and the tournament ending on Wednesday. Coach Sam Blackburn has ambitions for the team to make significant progress in both the main and back draws of the tournament. Gulf Coast secured their spot at nationals as the Region 23 runners-up, after finishing the season 13-5 overall and second in MACCC play with an 8-1 record. The tournament features nine brackets, with teams earning points through match victories to advance. Last year, the Bulldogs tied for 12th place and won the No. 3 doubles consolation bracket. Players also have the opportunity to be scouted by four-year colleges for potential scholarships.

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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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