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Michael James, a transfer from Meridian Community College, had the game-winner for Mississippi Valley State on Saturday against Texas Southern at home.

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Valley teams sweep Texas Southern on Senior Day

By CALVIN STEVENS CALVIN STEVENS
Sun,02/22/26-7:34PM, 245 Reads 6,801 Statewide
Michael James, a transfer from Meridian Community College and product of H.W. Byers High School in Byhalia, has emerged as the leader of the Mississippi Valley State University men’s basketball team this season.
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Columbia Academy once again dominated the Waldo Cleland Cougar Classic, placing first out of 60 schools last week at the Expo Center.

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CA archers defend home turf at 11th annual Cougar Classic

By NICHLOS CUTRELL NICHLOS CUTRELL - Reporter
Fri,02/20/26-2:00PM, 409 Reads
Local Archers from Columbia Academy outshot a field of 60 schools, securing the top overall score at the 11th Annual Waldo Cleland Cougar Classic held Feb. 10-13.
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James Stampley battles through defensive pressure while trying to get past Tylertown defenders during the Jan. 13 game against West Marion.

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West Marion sets sights on 3A Playoffs

By NICHLOS CUTRELL NICHLOS CUTRELL - Reporter
Wed,02/18/26-4:00PM, 470 Reads
It was a grueling week for the West Marion Trojans and Lady Trojans as they battled through the district tournament hosted at St. Patrick.
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The Lady Wildcats hoist the Region 7-4A Tournament trophy after a gritty 26-22 defensive masterclass against Lawrence County on Friday.

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Columbia sets sights on Jackson

By NICHLOS CUTRELL NICHLOS CUTRELL - Reporter
Wed,02/18/26-2:00PM, 667 Reads
The road to the Class 4A state playoffs officially ran through Columbia last week as the Wildcats and Lady Wildcats hosted the Region 7-4A Tournament.
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