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High school football season kicks off this weekend

Former WWE superstar James Ellsworth has a slogan that fits North Mississippi perfectly this week. “Any man with two hands has a fighting chance,” Ellsworth says. So does any team with 22 players. High school football officially begins this week all across North Mississippi. We have new coaches, new stars, new turf and new title hopes. Most teams play Friday, but there are a handful of ...

High school football season kicks off this weekend across North Mississippi, with new coaches, stars, turf, and title hopes. All teams play Friday, except a few Thursday games. Tupelo, after a recent 6-point loss to Gulfport, aims to regain its footing. Coach Ty Hardin says the defeat made the team a better program and instilled a chip on their shoulders.

Caledonia AHS, facing former assistants at Tupelo, prepares to face Michael Campbell. Saltillo, with a new coach and turf, focuses on execution and rhythm. Louisville and West Point, both powerhouses, face each other for the first time since last season's championship. Four teams in the area will face Tennessee opponents.

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