Anthony Carlyle and Phillip Morris formed a lasting friendship in just one season of coaching together.
This year, both led their teams to state championships after previously falling short—showing how their bond helped bring title victories back to Starkville and Columbus:
This is for the coach who’s struggling right now.
We went 0–22 at Pacelli. Every night was heavy. Every doubt was loud.
A few years later—we won a State Championship.
Failure isn’t a death sentence. It’s a prerequisite.
Stay in it. You’re closer than you think.
Coaches will ghost you. Job offers will disappear. Schools will pick someone else.
Don’t take it personal.
Build more connections , hit coaching clinics to get better, call five more coaches.
Every “no” is one step closer to the right “yes.”
MHSAA Basketball Playoffs (First Round)
GIRLS
CLASS 2A
South
Puckett at West Lincoln
Lake at Richton
Amite County at Pisgah
Mize at Newton
North Forrest at Bay Springs
Loyd Star at St. Andrew's
Scott Central at Heidelberg
Pelahatchie at Bogue Chitto
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The 8 Realities of a HS Coach
1. It will consume you
2. There will be critics
3. You are not in it for the $
4. There is no overnight success
5. You need a supportive spouse
6. You will not make everyone happy
7. You can’t want it more than the kids
8. It is still WORTH it!
It's GAME DAY.
Big time game. We're not only playing for pride, but we're playing for a trophy. And it's time to bring that trophy home where it belongs. Some might think we'll lose, but why not us?
LETS WIN THE ARIZONA TIP-OFF CHAMPIONSHIP 🏀🏀
BEAT BUTLER.
This is the only game today btw. I'm glad nothing else can ruin my day.
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Congratulations to these coaches who were selected to coach in the 2025 All-Star Basketball Games!
DATES:
📅 MS/AL Games: March 8 in Mobile, AL
📅 @MissSportsMed N/S Games: March 15 in Clinton, MS
👉 Player nomination deadline: December 18
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