Week 3 of the MHSAA football season was highlighted by a pair of statement wins for Marion County football teams. The Columbia Wildcats avenged their only loss from 2021 with a 20-16 victory over Petal, and East Marion drubbed North Forrest 41-0 on homecoming night while West Marion fell to 6A St. Martin 48-20.
COLUMBIA 20, PETAL 16