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Warren Central freshmen boys dominate Pearl 48-18; other basketball scores
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Warren Central High School’s freshman boys basketball team cruised to a 48-18 victory over Pearl on Thursday night. The Vikings jumped out to a commanding 19-2 lead in the first quarter after Michael Banks Jr. and Jaydon Green each knocked down 3-pointers. Darius O’Neal also contributed several baskets inside the paint to help WC establish an early advantage.
WJTV.com
Battle of the Golden Chicken Comes Down to Final Play
The Battle of the Golden Chicken comes down to the final play. Forest went for the 2-point try for it all Morton got the stop to win, 33-32. The Panthers get the Golden Chicken back and stop Forest from owning it. Most-importantly, Morton now hosts a playoff game next week.
gojsutigers.com
Jackson State Wins a Five-Set Thriller Over Grambling State
JACKSON, Miss. | Jackson State volleyball showcased its resilience Friday night, overcoming a two-set deficit to defeat Grambling State, 3-2 (24-26, 22-25, 25-15, 33-31, 15-10), in a Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) showdown at the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center. The comeback victory improved Jackson State to 10-13 overall...
WJTV 12
Mississippi Sports HOF Class of 2027 Describes Emotions of Being Elected
The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2027 electees say this moment “makes their sports lives.” They say this is one of the greatest honors, especially because it’s the Mississippi Sports HOF, even compared to the other honors they’ve received in their great careers.
Neshoba Democrat
Rockets fall to unbeaten Warren Central
Neshoba Central coach Shannon Ruffin knew the Rockets had their hands full against unbeaten and top-ranked Warren Central on Friday night. But the Rockets took the game deep into the second half before the Vikings pulled away in the fourth to take a 34-17 win. Neshoba falls to 5-3 on...
breezynews.com
Ethel Claims First District Title Since 1995
The Ethel Tigers are Region 5-1A champions for the first time since 1995 after defeating Sebastopol 14-8 on Thursday night in a dramatic defensive battle. Tied 8-8 with just 33 seconds remaining, Ethel executed a 35-yard hook-and-ladder trick play for the game-winning touchdown. Quarterback Taylon May completed a pass to Maddox Renfrow, who pitched it to Caden Merritt for the decisive score.
jacksonadvocateonline.com
Tigers Suffer Second RoadLoss of the Season at Bethune-Cookman
Jackson Advocate Sportswriter Jackson State has been demonstrated to be a proven winner at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium. For , but for whatever reason, going on the road has not been kind in recent weeks of the 2026 Football Season. After bouncing back from a loss at Grambling two weeks...
theclintoncourier.net
Eagle Ridge Golf Course faces closure after nearly 70 years — but important questions remain unanswered
After nearly seven decades of serving golfers throughout Central Mississippi, Eagle Ridge Golf Course is scheduled to close January 1, 2027, following a decision by Hinds Community College officials that has left longtime members, community residents and former college golfers questioning the financial justification and timing of the closure. The...
vicksburgnews.com
Warren Central boys shut out Terry 7-0
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Warren Central High School’s boys soccer team picked up a dominant 7-0 win over Terry on Thursday night. The Vikings quickly took control of the game, bouncing back from Tuesday’s loss to Brandon with a confidence-boosting victory. Altuwaiti Ward led the Vikings with...
vicksburgnews.com
Vicksburg falls to Holmes County Central
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Vicksburg High School’s football team suffered a 26-14 loss to Holmes County Central on Friday night as the Gators continued their fight for a postseason opportunity. In need of a victory, Vicksburg came up short against the Jaguars despite a strong start on both...
kicks96news.com
Leake Academy Defeats Wayne Academy 62-58
The Leake Academy Rebels concluded the 2026 regular season tonight with a road game to play the Jaguars of Wayne Academy in Waynesboro. The Rebels had a slim 1point lead after the opening quarter, 14-13, but by halftime the Jaguars were leading the Rebels by 10 points, 31-21. In the second half, both teams added points in the 3rd quarter with the Rebels cutting the Jaguars lead to 3 points, 38-35. Both teams continued adding touchdowns in the final quarter with the lead bouncing between the teams then with less than two minutes remaining and the Rebels leading by 4 points a pick 6 by the Rebels extended their lead to 11 points, 62-51. The Jaguars refusing to give up scored again with less than a minute remaining but that would conclude the scoring and give the Rebels a 4 point victory, 62-58. Majure Chandler was named tonight’s IN SPORTS player of the game.
WLBT
Seminary beats Magee 35-7 for first region title since 2018
SEMINARY, Miss. (WLBT) - The Seminary Bulldogs beat the Magee Trojans 35-7 on Thursday night to win the 3A Region 6 title, their first region championship since 2018. The teams met with the top spot in the district at stake. Both were undefeated in district play, had one loss each on the season and entered the game on six-game winning streaks. Seminary extended its streak to seven straight wins going into the playoffs.
vicksburgnews.com
Porter’s Chapel ends season with loss to Humphreys Academy
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Porter’s Chapel Academy’s football season came to an end Friday night after the Eagles suffered a 76-32 loss to Humphreys Academy. PCA finished the season with a 2-10 record after battling numerous injuries that sidelined several starters throughout much of the second half of the season.
vicksburgnews.com
Ny’Keria Watson named Miss Vicksburg High School 2026-2027
VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Vicksburg High School senior Ny’Keria Watson has been named Miss Vicksburg High School for the 2026-2027 school year, earning the opportunity to represent her school while continuing to excel in academics, athletics and leadership. Watson, the daughter of Katrina Wilson and Nino Watson, is...
breezynews.com
Whippets Finish Season with a Decisive Win, Finish Season 9-1
The Kosciusko Whippets football team hosted the Amanda Elzy Panthers to close out the regular season. Kosciusko led 21-6 at the end of the first quarter and 42-6 at the half. The second half went quickly with a running clock. The Whippets finished with a score of 56-6. Terrell Toliver...
Neshoba Democrat
Yellowjackets rack up 503 yards in 48-6 victory
The Union Yellowjackets played their best game of the season as they had their way with St. Andrew’s. Union rolled up 503 yards of total offense as they rolled to a 48-6 win over St. Andrew’s in district play on Friday night. Union improves to 4-5 on the...