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Southern Mississippi junior quarterback Kwadra Griggs of Greenwood throws Saturday against Kentucky. The former Greenwood High School standout replaced starter Keon Howard on the final play of the first half against Kentucky and finished the game at quarterback. In the 24-17 loss, he completed 15-of-26 passes for 222 yards and two touchdowns — both to his former GHS teammate Korey Robertson.

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Griggs earns starting nod after strong USM debut
By BILL BURRRUS - Sports Editor
Tue,09/05/17-1:00PM , 192 Reads
After a strong performance coming off the bench last Saturday, Greenwood’s Kwadra Griggs will get the starting nod under center this week against Southern University.
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Pillow Academy senior offensive lineman Hunter Upchurch (58) blocks for senior running back A.J. Woodard during Friday night’s game against Bayou Academy at Bill Davis Field.

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Mustangs pick up needed win
By BILL BURRRUS - Sports Editor
Sun,09/03/17-2:17AM , 186 Reads
It was by far not a thing of beauty, but in the end, it was just what Pillow Academy needed.

The young Mustangs held off the pesky Bayou Academy Colts for a 27-13 victory Friday night at PA’s Bill Davis Field.
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Burrus: Here’s hoping 1-vs.-3 matchup lives up to hype
By BILL BURRRUS - Sports Editor
Fri,09/01/17-1:28PM , 162 Reads
There are plenty of snoozers for SEC teams on the full opening weekend of college football, but there are several crucial games to keep an eye on.
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Valley journeys to North Dakota
By BILL BURRRUS - Sports Editor
Fri,09/01/17-1:27PM , 169 Reads
Mississippi Valley State finds itself in a tough spot in its 2017 season opener.

The Delta Devils are on the road against North Dakota State, the most dominant FCS program in recent years. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. at the Fargodome in Fargo, North Dakota.
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