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Darrel Barnett of West Jones scores on a pass from Ben Stevens in the Mustangs 17-7 win over Brookhaven. Photo by Zach Buckley. It’s time for the Wayne County sequel in Soso; Northeast to face powerful D’Iberville
Three weeks ago Wayne County entertained West Jones in the regular season finale. The home-standing War Eagles prevailed, 24-7, in a hard-hitting contest.
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The Taylorsville defense surrounds Justin Gaines of Bay Springs. Bay Springs - 0 vs. Taylorsville - 31
Thursday, October 30, 2008 Photos by Zach Buckley
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The Wayne County defense attempts to block the kick after Quitman’s first of only two touch downs. Wayne County - 55 vs. Quitman - 13
October 23, 2008 Photos by Bethany Gilbert
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Devontay Barnett (1) slips through the Tiger defense. West Jones - 16 vs. Northeast Jones - 35
Thursday, October 9, 2008 Photos by Bethany Gilbert and Kevin Williamson
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The Saints offensive line is getting better each week. Sylva Bay - 35 vs. Alpha Christian - 27
October 2, 2008 Photos by Susan Alexander
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WJ’s Corey Cooley (28) fails to avoid Laurel’s Drexter Dotson (23). West Jones - 21 vs. Laurel - 14
September 25, 2008 Photos by Bethany Gilbert and Kevin Williamson
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War Eagle TE Andre Rankin (2). Wayne County - 41 vs. Meridian - 13
September 18, 2008 Photos by Bethany Gilbert and Linda Cranford
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Mount Olives Ruben Duckworth (15) attempts to break away from Stringer during the 3rd quarter. Stringer - 13 vs. Mount Olive - 32
September 4, 2008 Photos by Bethany Gilbert
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Hattiesburg kicker Collin Crowson (28). HATTIESBURG – 42 vs. LAUREL – 28
September 11, 2008
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New classification structure will change face of local football in 2009
If the preliminary numbers coming from the Mississippi High School Activities Association survives, local football match-ups in our area could look quite different starting next season.
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Oak Grove, West Jones prepare for big Friday night challenges
Oak Grove at Meridian: The Warriors earned another trip to the 5A South State championship with a 35-15 win over Natchez. James McMahon completed 22 of 35 passes for 395 yards and three touchdowns...
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Mustangs down Panthers to earn second shot at War Eagles
The West Jones Mustangs used a hard-hitting defense and an early turnover which was converted into a touchdown to oust Brookhaven from the postseason.
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NEJ Tigers lose and get accused of playing dirty
D’Iberville bused their high-octane offense and undefeated record from the Gulf Coast into Tiger Stadium Friday night and left with both still intact.
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West Jones senior kicker Adam Herrington provided the winning points against Wayne County. Photo by Linda Cranford. Are the Mustangs just a bump in the road for D’Iberville?
What are the chances of West Jones beating Wayne County?
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Sharon quarterback Antonio Curry (1) tries to outrun Larry Ducksworth (30) to the corner in the Pee Wee Super Bowl. Photo by Kevin Williamson. Soso Colts sweep football titles
The Jones County Youth Sports League concluded its’ football season Saturday afternoon at Northeast Jones’ stadium.
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Football Picks: "Red Devils shock Weir to earn second shot at Puckett"
NEJ plays undefeated D’Iberville with a trip to South State on the line.
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Gridiron Picks: Hattiesburg, Northeast Jones to exit playoffs
There are some big-time games on tap this weekend. The 5A and 1A teams from our coverage area will jump into the postseason fray this weekend, joining their 2A, 3A and 4A brethren. Of the 5A team...
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Can Meridian be beaten by a south 5A team
There are 16 teams in the 5A playoffs. Three of those teams are from the Pine Belt: Oak Grove, Petal and Hattiesburg, and each of them hope to represent south Mississippi at the state championship...
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Is 5-4A the toughest football region in Mississippi
War Eagles, Mustangs, Tigers and Panthers all move to second round of playoffs.
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Undefeated Bobcats get votes in national poll
by Shawn Wansley
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The undefeated Jones County Junior College basketball team is starting to attract some national interest. Head coach Don “Bubba” Skelton’s 6-0 Bobcats have received votes in this week’s NJCAA Men’...
Bobcats sweep Itawamba
by Shawn Wansley
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Marshall pumps in 40 in win over 12th-ranked Indians
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Turnovers stop Bobcats against Bulldogs
by Shawn Wansley
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The Jones County Junior College Bobcats have made a living off of turnovers in the 2008 football season. But, they had the tables turned on them here Thursday night at A.L. May Stadium. The Missi...
JCJC ready to battle Bulldogs
by Shawn Wansley
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Darrion Wilson believes the Jones County Junior College Bobcats have yet to play their best game in 2008.
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Marcus Watson of NEJ at the charity stripe.
Northeast Jones sweeps Heidelberg Oilers
by Linda Cranford
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