The Gazebo Gazette
PASS CHRISTIAN (GG) — The Pass Christian Middle School Pirates football team are officially Division 3 Champions, finishing their season in dominant fashion with a 19–0 victory over the Magnolia Tigers. The win was especially sweet, as Magnolia had handed the Pirates one of their toughest losses earlier in the season — but this time, Pass Christian came ready to make history.
This marks the first Division 3 championship for PCMS since 2020, a testament to the team’s hard work, determination, and growth throughout the season. The players’ resilience and unity shone through as they battled back from adversity to claim the title. CJ Shoulders, the starting running back for the Pass, said “This couldn’t be done without the whole team. The defense, the offense, the special teams, the coaches everything comes together to make us who we are are. And we are Pirates!”
The victory also holds deep meaning for the program and community, serving as a moment that would make the late Coach Kevin Woods incredibly proud. His influence, leadership, and passion for the game continue to inspire the players and coaches who carry on his legacy each time they take the field.
Congratulations to the PCMS Pirates — your hard work, heart, and championship spirit have made Pass Christian proud!
(Photo submitted by Pass Christian Middle School. The Division 3 Middle School Champions)
