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Area teams set for Mississippi Legion state tournament this weekend

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 1:01 AM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

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Summary

The Mississippi American Senior Legion State Tournament features local representation from the Tupelo 49ers, Baldwyn Blue Aces, and Pontotoc Red Sox. The tournament is set to begin Friday at The Plex on the Northeast Mississippi Community College campus, with Pontotoc facing Baldwyn and Tupelo taking on Brandon Black Sox. Pontotoc, the defending champion, seeks to retain its title despite missing key pitchers. The Tupelo 49ers are determined to avenge last year’s loss, as they aim to perform at their best. Coach Russell Bunch believes his team is ready for the challenge after a strong finish to the season. A champion will be crowned Sunday, with the winner advancing to the Mid-South Regional tournament.

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By the Numbers

•The tournament starts Friday at The Plex in Booneville.
•Pontotoc faces Baldwyn at 4:30 p.m. and Tupelo plays Brandon at 7 p.m.
•Pontotoc is missing key pitchers from last year's championship team.
•Tupelo aims to bounce back after losing in the finals last season.
•The champion will advance to the Mid-South Regional tournament.

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1:01 AMYahoo Sports — Area trio ready to compete at Legion state tournament

What they're saying

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This year’s Mississippi American Senior Legion State Tournament will have heavy area representation. Three of the four teams involved – the Tupelo 49ers, Baldwyn Blue Aces and Pontotoc Red Sox – hail from the northeast and have played one another nine times in the regular season. The Brandon Black Sox round out the four-team field. Pontotoc beat Tupelo in the finals last season, but the Red ...
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