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Martin stepping down as Columbus soccer coach

Richard Martin had the Columbus High School boys soccer program on the verge of making the Class 5A playoffs this season. In his three seasons as coach, the Falcons improved from three, to nine to 11 victories. Now someone else will have to take the team to the next level. Martin recently announced he was stepping down as boys soccer coach at Columbus High to spend more time with his family.

Brand to become East Webster principal again

MABEN — East Webster High School is losing three coaches and gaining a principal in one man. Bill Brand, who coached girls basketball and slow- and fast-pitch softball at the school this year, recently accepted a job offer to return to work as East Webster High School’s principal. Brand will take over for Phil Ferguson effective July 1.

East Webster's Allen, Halterman sign with MCC

MABEN — Wanda McPhail admitted Friday morning she was the lucky one. It was easy to see why McPhail used that word after listening to her read the resumes of Kaley Allen and Jessica Halterman. After reading an impressive set of accomplishments, McPhail watched as the East Webster High School academic and athletic standouts signed national letters of intent to play tennis at Meridian Community College.

Louisville holds on to beat West Point

WEST POINT — Big plays usually are few and far between in spring football games. Like many sports, defenses typically get the better of offenses in preseason or games early in the season. That wasn’t the case Thursday night at McCallister Field at Hamblin Stadium. Tajh Ford had three touchdowns, including a 92-yard kickoff return for a score, to help Louisville High School defeat West Point 32-24 in the spring finale for both teams.

Noxubee County looks to silence critics again

MACON — Vincent Sanders and Gussie Lane already can hear the haters. They likely are some of the same people who said the Noxubee County football team got lucky in 2007 when it advanced to the Class 4A state title game. Those doubters rejoiced when Laurel edged Noxubee County 19-16 to win the 2007 championship. The chatter kicked up again last year as the Tigers set out on a mission to finish the drill and win a Class 4A state title. Their hard work and team unity silenced the critics and D’Iberville in a 12-10 victory that gave the Tigers their elusive crown.

Harris leaves Noxubee County for first head coaching job

MACON — Reggie Harris couldn’t pass up this opportunity. As much as the former Noxubee County High School football player and coach wanted to remain at his alma mater, he felt he was ready to take a chance on becoming a head coach. It didn’t take long for someone to agree. Sunflower County School Superintendent Peirce McIntosh hired Harris last month to become the new football coach at Ruleville Central High School.

Loss fuels Central's run to winning state championship

MACON — One loss can change a season. It can also test the resolve of a team that believes it is destined to win a state championship. The Central Academy slow-pitch softball team faced that challenge after it saw a double-digit lead vanish against Russell Christian en route to a 27-24 loss in the regular season. The players called the result “amazing.” Coaches Sammy Lindsey and Pres Dawkins called the defeat “mind boggling” and wondered if it would rattle their players and ruin the title dreams in an otherwise promising start to the season. There was no need to be concerned.

West Oktibbeha's Bedford signs with EMCC

MABEN — West Oktibbeha High School boys basketball coach Joseph Landfair said a strong work ethic turned Deon Bedford into one of the better players in this area. East Mississippi men’s coach Mark White hopes to get more of that from Bedford in the future. Landfair talked about the past, while White looked ahead Thursday as Bedford signed a national letter of intent to play basketball at EMCC.

Starkville High quarterback continues to develop

STARKVILLE — Spring is a time for growth, especially for quarterbacks. Jaquez Johnson showed signs of being a promising quarterback last season as a sophomore at Starkville High School. After securing the starting job early in the schedule, Johnson had his ups and downs. In his first year leading the Yellow Jackets, he threw 15 interceptions and nine touchdowns, but he has committed to improving in the offseason.

Starkville High's Tate closes career in style

STARKVILLE — There was a gasp in the crowd at Pearl High School last Saturday afternoon when Starkville High School senior sprinter Tavaris Tate took the baton for the final leg in the 4x400 relay, rallied from third place and ran away from the pack in the final race of the Class 5A state track meet.

New Hope can't solve West Lauderdale's McWilliams

COLLINSVILLE — The New Hope High School baseball team always seemed to have the answer. Whether it was timely hitting, clutch pitching, or sparkling defense, the Trojans put everything together in the past month to sweep their first three playoff series. But one solution eluded them all season: How to solve Dustin McWilliams.

Tate, Rogers bid for seven gold medals

STARKVILLE — It seems improbable that one team would have two runners with a chance to combine to win seven state championship gold medals? But that’s what can happen Saturday for Starkville High School’s Tavaris Tate and Quartez Rogers at the Class 5A State Meet at Pearl High School.

McWilliams hurls West Lauderdale past New Hope

COLLINSVILLE — Dustin McWilliams wiped out all of the New Hope High School baseball team’s momentum Thursday night. Wes Stokes will try to finish the job tonight. McWilliams pitched a complete-game five-hitter and West Lauderdale scored six unearned runs in an 11-4 victory in game one of the best-of-three Mississippi High School Activities Class 4A North Half state title series at Jerry Boatner Field. Game two will be at 4 p.m. today in Columbus.

South Lamar softball wins first area tournament

The South Lamar High School softball team established a new standard Tuesday by winning the Alabama High School Athletic Association Class A, Area 10 Tournament.

West Point's Portera will get chance at EMCC

WEST POINT — East Mississippi Community College baseball coach Tony Montgomery first saw Oak Hill Academy’s Lance Portera as someone who could help the Lions as a outfielder. Montgomery likes Portera’s arm so much he chose to recruit him as a pitcher.

New Hope will try to keep run going against West Lauderdale

The New Hope High School baseball team has found new life in the postseason. Whether it has been solid pitching, timely hitting, or sparkling defense, coach Stacy Hester’s Trojans (24-9) are playing their best baseball of the season entering game one of today’s (6 p.m.) best-of-three series against West Lauderdale for the North Half state title.

MSMS' Powers, Patterson defend state title

Zachary Patterson and Adam Powers thought everything was going just fine. Up a set and leading 3-0 in the second set, Patterson and Powers felt confident about their chances to repeat as Class 3A No. 1 doubles champions. But an old kick serve called momentum turned against them. Corinth’s Austin McElwain and Charlie Curtis rallied to win the second set and forced Patterson and Powers to regroup. The Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science duo used the 10-minute break between sets to analyze their mistakes and to formulate a game plan that would help them rally.

Caledonia golf team makes state tournament

CALEDONIA — The Caledonia High School boys golf team is ahead of schedule. That’s fine with coach Bradley Tate and his players because their success this season has extended their season to the State Tournament. Zac Taylor will lead district champion Caledonia next week when it plays at the Class 4A state tournament May 12-13 at River Birch Country Club in Amory. The team will use Monday as a practice round to familiarize itself with the course. Play in the 16-team event begins at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday.

Starkville's Bonner motivated to get back on track

STARKVILLE –– There is a special motivation for Shay Bonner, of Starkville High School, to get back on the track for the Class 5A state meet. After injuring her knee during hurdles competition at North State, Bonner missed practice early this week in preparation for the state that takes place Saturday in Pearl. Bonner, who qualified for state in the 100 and 300 hurdles, is also a leg in Starkville’s 4x200 relay team that has a chance to break a state record.

Starksville High's Keel signs with Holmes C.C.

STARKVILLE — Jayson Keel has accomplished quite a bit as a four-year starter on the Starkville High School baseball team. After signing Monday to play baseball at Holmes Community College, Keel knows there is plenty more ahead for him.

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