The Laurel Knighthawks and Jackson Victors matchup scheduled for Friday night in Ridgeland, MS has been cancelled according to sources. This marks the fourth straight game that has been cancelled for the Victors, as they have struggled with injuries and illness in the last few weeks. Significant injuries came in back-to-back games when Gideon Peacock fractured his wrist against
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Meridian Flyers Avenge Last Week’s Tough Loss With 68-43 Road Win Over Forerunners
The Meridian Flyers (5-3)[3-2] knock off the Hattiesburg Forerunners (4-3)[3-3] in Hattiesburg by a score of 68-43, avenging the heartbreaking loss at the buzzer last week. The night began with the undefeated Forerunners 16u Boys team (9-0)[6-0] cruising to a 44-16 win, as they continue their quest to repeat as champions. In the varsity game though, the Flyers came
Coach Willis Williams of the Muddy River Counselors Sits Down for an Exclusive Interview
The head coach of the Muddy River Counselors, Coach Willis Williams, sat down for an exclusive interview with the Counselors’ very own Trellis Williams to discuss the founding of the Counselors, his experience as a head coach, and the team’s performance thus far. Coach Willis began speaking about how the organization began, defining the organization as a ministry. He
Forerunners Knock Off Flyers Behind Harrison Cook Buzzer Beater
The Hattiesburg Forerunners defeated the Meridian Flyers Tuesday night in Hickory in a wild ending. The Hattiesburg Forerunners and Meridian Flyers were both 2-2 in conference play heading into this game, where there was a three way tie in the standings including the Jackson Victors. This was a big game for both teams with big implications. At the end,
Jackson Academy Routs Short-Handed Victors
The Jackson Academy Raiders (11-0) remain undefeated after breezing past the Jackson Victors who are reeling from injuries. The undefeated Raiders began leading 7-0, but were unable to get complete separation from the Victors. In the second quarter, the Raiders had a slim 23-16 lead. At this point, the Raiders shut down the Victors, finishing the game on a
Muddy River Counselors-Mt. Zion Lions Game Cancelled Due to COVID Concerns
The Muddy River Counselors-Mt. Zion Lions game scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 8 has been cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns. The game was to be hosted by Mt. Zion in Mendenhall, MS. Due to a spike in cases in the church where the Lions play their home games, the game was cancelled with plans to reschedule. The 2020-21 basketball season
Victors Avenge Opening Night Loss, Defeat Forerunners
The Jackson Victors defeated the Hattiesburg Forerunners 62-43 on Thursday night to avenge their stunning loss in their opening night game to the Forerunners. The Forerunners struggled early, leaving points on the board due to missing shots at the rim. The Victors used this start to get the separation that they never gave up. The Victors then cruised to
Victors Keep It Tight Early, Hartfield Pulls Away
The Hartfield Academy Hawks defeated the Jackson Victors Friday night in Ridgeland, MS. The Hartfield Hawks struggled early as the Jackson Victors jumped to a 6-0 lead initially. Ethan Hendry jumpstarted the game with a three pointer and free throw, followed by a Gideon Peacock layup that got this lead for the Victors. The Hawks stormed back, going on
Forerunners Control the Pace, Stave Off Young Counselors
The Hattiesburg Forerunners defeated the Muddy River Counselors Tuesday night in Hattiesburg. The Forerunners were able to hold off the Counselors in the 16u game with both teams dealing with the limitations of the six quarter rule, which means that a player cannot play in more than six quarters in a night of varsity and junior varsity basketball. There
Counselors Fall to Flyers in Hickory
The Meridian Flyers used tough interior defense and hot first half shooting to keep the Muddy River Counselors from ever taking off. After the Counselors won the JV game 34-21 on a strong team effort by turning the Flyers’ youngsters over for layups, the Meridian Varsity team was ready to show the goods. Nate Sherman vehemently blocked Chris Purnell’s
