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Akers to wear number three again

Clinton native and Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers will be wearing number three again. The Rams’ official Twitter account announced the change.       By Datti Jinkiri   The NFL recently approved of a rule change which will allow running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, defensive backs, and linebackers to wear single-digit…

Brilla to Host Opening USL League Two Playoff Rounds

CLINTON, Miss. – Mississippi Brilla FC is pleased to be announced as one of the hosts for the first two rounds of the USL League Two playoffs. The USL League Two is the top semi-professional developmental soccer league in the country, and it is a privilege for the club to be hosting these matches. The USL…

Brilla Secures Playoff Berth With Win in Texas

BRYAN, Texas – Playoff bound! Mississippi Brilla FC clinched a postseason berth with a 5-0 road win over the Brazos Valley Cavalry tonight. Five second-half goals provided the difference for the team. Ciro Damine opened the scoring in the 59th minute. Defender Luke Bryant delivered a cross that the defense deflected into the path of…

Astorga’s Late Goal Inches Brilla Closer to Playoff Spot

HOUSTON, Texas. – Better late than never! Mississippi Brilla FC picked up a massive three points tonight with a 1-0 win over Houston FC. Arturo Astorga’s strike in second-half stoppage time provided the difference for Brilla, moving the team three points closer to a playoff spot. The first half had few clear cut chances. Remi Emeriau,…

Brilla Avenges Earlier Loss; Defeats Texas United

CLINTON, Miss. – A couple of weeks ago, Mississippi Brilla FC lost its first game of the season to Texas United. Due to that defeat, the team came into tonight’s rematch with a sense of retribution. They would not leave the match disappointed. After falling behind in the first-half, Brilla was able to fight back and defeat Texas…

Clinton Athletes in College: Taelor “Rae Rae” York

By Datti Jinkiri Taelor York finished her Clinton Christian Academy career as one of the school’s top athletes ever. She was an All-District selection in fast pitch softball, basketball, and track and field. Though she showed much promise in those three sports, York ultimately chose softball as the sport to pursue at the next level.…

Three Brilla Soccer Players Among Top Prospects

By Datti Jinkiri Through eight matches played, one would say that Mississippi Brilla FC’s USL League Two season has been a successful one. The team has a 5-1-2 record and sits in second place in the Mid South Division. On top of this, the team has now seen three of its players earn individual recognition.…

Mississippi Brilla FC Hosts Pathway to Pro Soccer Camp

By Datti Jinkiri Summertime is a prime time for various kids’ camps, and in our community it is no different. Mississippi Brilla FC held its annual Pathway to Pro soccer camp this week at Traceway Park. Nearly 60 youngsters between the ages of six and 12 spent their mornings increasing their knowledge of the game…

Hinds Football Releases 2021 Football Schedule

Date – Opponent – Location 9/2/2021 – Coahoma CC – Clarksdale 9/9/2021 – Holmes CC – Raymond 9/16/2021 – Northeast Mississippi CC – Booneville 9/23/2021 – Mississippi Gulf Coast CC – Raymond 9/30/2021 – Jones College – Ellisville 10/7/2021 – Copiah Lincoln CC – Raymond 10/14/2021 – Southwest Mississippi CC – Summit 10/21/2021 – East…

Clinton Christian Academy Announces New Head Baseball Coach

  Clinton, Miss. – Clinton Christian Academy is proud to introduce the new head baseball coach, Jonathan Hardy. Coach Hardy is originally from Philadelphia, MS and has lived in Madison, MS for the last six years. His wife Mitzi Reed Hardy of Magee, is a teacher at Meadowbrook Pre-School in Jackson, MS. Hardy has been…