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St. Patrick Girls Soccer Eyes Championship Repeat after Decisive Victory
SUMMARY: The St. Patrick girls' soccer team is on track to defend their state championship after securing the Region 8-I title with a decisive 4-0 victory against Sacred Heart at Klein Field, boasting an 11-1-1 overall record and undefeated in the region. Junior striker Anna Katherine Thriffeley was the standout performer, netting a hat trick and showcasing her scoring prowess and versatility on the field. Coach Cassandra Terry praised the team's effort and highlighted the creative play of Thriffeley. Meanwhile, the St. Patrick boys' team faced adversity with key players out due to illness and a red-card incident, ultimately losing 3-0 to Sacred Heart. Despite the setbacks, both Irish teams showed determination and a strong will to compete, with the girls especially eager to add another title to their achievements.
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Burnham, Wise, Zielinski named Cobalt All-America Scholars
SUMMARY: Three sophomores from Mississippi Gulf Coast's national championship golf team—Will Burnham, Jackson Wise, and Andrew Zielinski—received Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar awards for their academic and athletic achievements. To qualify, players must participate in at least 50% of competitive rounds, have a stroke average under 77, and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.2. Burnham, ranked No. 1 nationally, graduated with a 3.84 GPA and will play at Southern Miss. Wise, with a 3.65 GPA, will continue at Mississippi State, and Zielinski, ranked No. 2, graduated with a 3.92 GPA and will join Lee University.
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66 Pearl River athletes and three teams recognized by NJCAA for their academic success
SUMMARY: Pearl River Community College announced that 66 student-athletes and eight teams achieved academic excellence, being recognized by the National Junior College Athletic Association. Teams with a GPA of 3.0 or higher included women's soccer (3.81), volleyball (3.45), and softball (3.44); all were honored as 2023-24 NJCAA Academic Teams. Individual student-athletes earned recognition based on their GPAs, with first-team selections achieving a 4.0 GPA. Notable individuals include AJ Hansen (Baseball) and Chloe Ezell (Women's Soccer). For updates on PRCC athletics, follow them on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.
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Dees joins Baseball coaching staff
SUMMARY: New Mississippi Gulf Coast baseball coach Zach Allen has appointed Kade Dees as an assistant coach, completing his staff. Dees, who played for Allen in junior college, will serve as the hitting coach and work with catchers. He brings valuable experience, having recently been part of East Central's successful staff that reached the NJCAA Division II World Series. Dees also played for Delta State, contributing to their championship season. He holds degrees in health and sports performance. Dees expressed enthusiasm for coaching at Gulf Coast and working alongside Allen, citing the excellent facilities and campus.
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