Postseason high school football has arrived across Central Mississippi, with several local programs in Attala, Choctaw, Montgomery, and Holmes counties punching their tickets to the state playoffs across both MHSAA and MAIS divisions.
MHSAA Class 4A: Kosciusko Whippets (9-1)
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Matchup: Itawamba AHS Indians (6-2) at Kosciusko Whippets (9-1)
The Kosciusko Whippets claim top billing on the local gridiron after rolling through a dominant 9-1 regular season. Kosciusko earns home-field advantage for the opening round of the Class 4A playoffs as they prepare to host the 6-2 Itawamba Agricultural High School Indians. Landrum Field will be rocking as the Whippets look to set the tone early and advance into the second round.
MHSAA Class 1A: Ethel Tigers (6-3)
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Matchup: West Lincoln Bears (0-10) at Ethel Tigers (6-3)
In Class 1A action, the Ethel Tigers earn priority home-field hosting duties following a strong 6-3 regular campaign. Ethel plays host to the West Lincoln Bears (0-10), coming in heavily favored to protect their home turf and secure a decisive opening-round victory.
MHSAA Class 3A: Winona Tigers (10-0)
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Matchup: Holly Springs Hawks (3-5) at Winona Tigers (10-0)
The Winona Tigers put a flawless 10-0 regular season on the line as they enter the Class 3A bracket. Winona locks down home-field advantage to host the Holly Springs Hawks (3-5).
MHSAA Class 3A: Choctaw County Chargers (3-6)
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Matchup: Choctaw County Chargers (3-6) at Independence Wildcats (6-3)
The Choctaw County Chargers gear up for road trip action in Class 3A playoff competition, traveling north to take on a tough Independence Wildcats squad (6-3).
MHSAA Class 1A: French Camp Academy Panthers (3-7)
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Matchup: French Camp Academy Panthers (3-7) at Falkner Eagles (5-4)
The French Camp Academy Panthers hit the road in Class 1A bracket play, traveling north to confront the 5-4 Falkner Eagles.
MAIS Class 1A (Div. I – Second Round): Central Holmes Academy Trojans
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Matchup: Delta Academy Raiders at Central Holmes Academy Trojans
On the MAIS side, Central Holmes Academy moves into second-round action in Class 1A, Division I. The Trojans defend their home turf in Lexington as they battle Delta Academy.
MAIS Class 2A (Second Round): Winona Christian Stars
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Matchup: Winona Christian Stars at Canton Academy Panthers
Rounding out the regional coverage, the Winona Christian Stars hit the road for a tough second-round MAIS Class 2A matchup, traveling to face the Canton Academy Panthers.
