No. 3 EMCC beats No. 5 Northwest

SCOOBA — When facing adversity for the first time this season, the No. 3 East Mississippi Community College football team played like a champion.

West Point’s Hogan makes most of his chance to help lift EMCC

SCOOBA — East Mississippi Community College sophomore running back Xavier Hogan knew this was his chance to help the team.

West Point out to stay perfect in region

The West Point High School football team has dominated play in the Mississippi High School Activities Association Class 5A, Region 1. However, West Point saw its region title slip away last season with a stunning loss at Center Hill.

CODE ORANGE FOR VOLS: Starkville Academy plays for district title

STARKVILLE — The dark days for Starkville Academy seem so long ago.

When coach Jeff Terrill took over the Volunteers program, Starkville Academy was coming off a winless season.

Former Ole Miss star Brassell finds home at EMCC

SCOOBA — Of all the football stadiums Nick Brassell thought he would one day play in, Sullivan-Windham Field was not on the list.

Former Columbus High star Baker shines for Northwest CC

When he quarterbacked the Columbus High School team, Damian Baker knew the offense was reliant on his making big plays.

Corinth outlasts Caledonia volleyball

CALEDONIA — Saturday’s North State semifinal match in the Mississippi High School Activities Association Class I volleyball playoffs hung in the balance when Corinth High School senior Annalee Hendrick stepped to the service line.

Starkville Academy beats Winston Academy to gear up for next week

STARKVILLE — The Winston Academy football team fell on a very bad place on Starkville Academy’s schedule this season.

Latest victory helps EMCC set up showdown

BOONEVILLE — The dream matchup is set.

Fourth-ranked East Mississippi Community College and sixth-ranked Northwest Mississippi C.C. will meet next Thursday night in Scooba for the MACJC North Division championship. The winner also will remain alive for the junior college football national championship.

EMCC’s defense delivers again

BOONEVILLE — After fourth-ranked East Mississippi Community College ran its win streak to 19 games with a 49-0 rout of outmanned Northeast Mississippi Community College on Thursday, fifth-year EMCC coach Buddy Stephens offered an observation.

West Oktibbeha faces region test; Starkville Academy back home

As the weeks pass, the stakes get higher and higher for the West Oktibbeha County High School football team.

Hebron Christian ready for showdown with Calhoun Academy

Competing as an independent member of the Mississippi Association of Independent Schools, Hebron Christian will not be eligible for postseason play in football this year.

Jordan key contributor for EMCC’s defense

SCOOBA — When the East Mississippi Community College football team won its first national championship last season, linebacker D.J. Jordan knew he would play a critical role in the title defense.

Columbus loses close one to South Panola

BATESVILLE — Most football teams can point to a big victory as a turning point in a playoff season.

If Columbus High can work its way into the Mississippi High School Activities Association Class 6A playoffs this season, the turning point may be traced back to a tough loss.

Defense delivers for EMCC

SCOOBA — When East Mississippi Community College really needed a play Saturday afternoon, sophomore defensive back Shaquille Fluker made one.

Sophomore defensive backs Jason Yarbor and Justin Cox followed suit.

Stokes inducted to EMCC’s Hall of Fame

SCOOBA — East Mississippi Community College Vice President and Director of Athletics Mickey Stokes stood on the 25-yard line at Sullivan-Windham Field on Saturday afternoon.

West Point looks to build on fast start in region play

While most teams set goals of region and state championships, West Point High School coach Chris Chambless is more modest.

Aliceville, Lamar County battle in critical region showdown

When neighboring rivals Aliceville High School and Lamar County get together on the football gridiron, the contest will be well-attended and action-packed.

Championship fishing more than a family affair for the Ropers

Jarad Roper held his first fishing pole when he was 2-years-old.

LIONS WANTING MOORE: EMCC sophomore back brings balance to offense

SCOOBA — While the casual observer may not notice this, East Mississippi Community College does not pass the football on every offensive play.