How Sumrall's Cooper McCoy used fastballs to beat Pontotoc for MHSAA title
Sumrall baseball secured its third state title in five years, defeating Pontotoc in the MHSAA 5A championship series. Pitcher Cooper McCoy played a crucial role, throwing 90 fastballs out of 97 pitches in a decisive 3-0 victory. This championship marks Sumrall's first in Class 5A following MHSAA's reclassification.
- ▪Cooper McCoy's pitching strategy was instrumental in Sumrall's win over Pontotoc.
- ▪The final game of the series took place on May 22 at Trustmark Park.
- ▪Sumrall's victory in the championship series was a 2-0 sweep.
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