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Thanksgiving Week Planning: Picayune’s Calm Tide Prepare For Unbeaten Hattiesburg
SUMMARY: Picayune’s high school football team is preparing for a Friday night showdown against Hattiesburg in the Class 6A state championship game. Despite a laid-back approach during the week, Coach Cody Stogner believes his team’s tenacity is key to their success. The Maroon Tide, on a nine-game win streak, relies on key players like Darrell Smith, Triston Cooper, and Bam Parker, who play both offense and defense. Picayune’s strong run game, led by Smith, will face Hattiesburg’s undefeated squad, which boasts Mississippi’s Mr. Football, Deuce Vance. Stogner stresses execution, minimizing mistakes, and controlling what they can.
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Pascagoula Girls, Boys Sweep Region Victories At George County
SUMMARY: On Tuesday, the Pascagoula girls and boys basketball teams both won their Region 4-6A games against George County. The Lady Panthers dominated, overcoming a slow start to win 50-20, with Massyah Thomas scoring 13 points and Khyliyah Moore adding 11. The Panthers defeated the Rebels 59-48, led by Tylon Wilson’s 17 points and Tomareo Johnson’s 11. George County’s Jeremiah Bolton scored a game-high 22 points, but the Rebels couldn’t recover from an early deficit. Pascagoula’s girls improved to 4-4, while the boys improved to 8-2. Both teams will face Hancock next.
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Gautier’s Dream Season Ends As West Point Clinches 13th State Title With 28-21 Victory
SUMMARY: The West Point Green Wave triumphed over the Gautier Gators, winning 28-21 to secure their 13th state football title at M.M. Roberts Stadium. Gautier started strong with a touchdown from Latrell Pouge, taking a 7-0 lead, but West Point quickly retaliated, leveraging turnovers to establish a 21-7 halftime advantage. The Green Wave extended their lead to 28-7 in the third quarter. Gautier fought back, scoring a late touchdown and attempting an onside kick in the final seconds, but West Point secured the win and finished the season 11-3, while Gautier concluded at 12-2. Coach Marc High praised his team’s effort.
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Gautier, Poplarville Seek First State Titles. Mississippi Powers Are Their Opponents.
SUMMARY: Two Southern Six high school football teams, Gautier and Poplarville, reached the state championships after winning South State titles. Gautier defeated Brookhaven 37-35 and will face West Point in the 5A state final, while Poplarville triumphed over Forest 24-21 and will meet Louisville in the 4A final. Ocean Springs and Picayune fell short, with Ocean Springs losing to Brandon 31-13 in 7A and Picayune falling to Hattiesburg 39-35 in 6A. Gautier and Poplarville are aiming for their first state championships, while Picayune and Ocean Springs seek future opportunities after strong seasons.
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