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Mississippi High School Activities Association
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High School Baseball Bats to Get Lighter in 2028 Under New Rule
A new regulation approved by USA Baseball and the National Federation of High School State Associations will allow high school players to use bats with drop‑four, drop‑five and drop‑six weights starting in 2028, while keeping existing drop‑three bats available indefinitely.
Jul 9, 2026
Jeremy Lawrence Leads Warren Central Girls Soccer to New Heights
Coach Jeremy Lawrence’s five‑year tenure at Warren Central has produced a 62‑28‑2 record, three straight Region 2‑6A crowns and a first-ever state semifinal, while a returning core and rising youth interest point to a future where the program can finally surpass its “great white whale.”
May 30, 2026
Arlo Henderson appointed head coach of Mississippi Valley State women’s flag football program
Mississippi Valley State University has named Arlo Henderson as its first head coach for women's flag football, bringing a blend of playing experience and extensive coaching credentials to a program poised for rapid growth.
May 29, 2026
Saltillo Baseball Secures MHSAA 6A Crown with Dominant No‑Hitter
Saltillo’s baseball team clinched the Class 6A title after a historic no‑hitter, highlighted by William Goodson’s 6⅔ innings of flawless pitching and a strikeout from Lanston Kent.
May 21, 2026
Rain Delays Threaten Completion of Mississippi High School Baseball Championship
A second rain delay halted Game 3 of the Mississippi 6A baseball championship at Trustmark Park, with officials hoping to resume play as the series remains tied.
May 21, 2026
Rain Delay Stalls Mississippi High School Baseball Championships at Trustmark Park
A sudden storm halted Game 2 of the MHSAA 6A title series between Pearl River Central and Salitllo at Trustmark Park, leaving the championship schedule in flux.
May 20, 2026