Petal and Hattiesburg start season in rivalry matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 4:20 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Petal and Hattiesburg are scheduled to open their seasons against each other in this week's WJTV Game of the Week. Both teams are playoff contenders and share a long-standing rivalry that adds intensity to the matchup. Sports Reporter David Gibson previews the game, highlighting the significance of this traditional contest. As MHSAA schools kick off their seasons, this game draws attention to the competitive of high school football in Mississippi.
- •Petal vs. Hattiesburg in WJTV Game of the Week.
- •Both teams are playoff contenders.
- •The matchup features a historic rivalry.
- •Season opener for MHSAA schools.
- 4:20 AMYahoo Sports — WJTV Game of the Week Preview: Petal vs. Hattiesburg
"All teams are in action now as MHSAA schools start their seasons. This week’s WJTV Game of the Week is Petal at Hattiesburg. Playoff teams in an old-school rivalry. Sports Reporter David Gibson previews the matchup.
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