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Vikings Shutout Columbus 35-0 in their Regular Season Finale

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November 7, 2024

Keith Phillips

Red Winter catches a 54 yard touchdown: Photo by Evan Farrell

Columbus, Ms-Warren Central High School football team ended the regular season undefeated in district play as they shutout Columbus 35-0 on Thursday. The Vikings finished the year as district champions with an overall 7-3 record under Head Coach Josh Morgan.

Ronnie Blossom chasing down Columbus football player: Photo by Evan Farrell

Aden Greer got the Vikings on the board first after a 3-yard touchdown run which was followed by a successful extra point from Jonah Artman to go up 7-0. By halftime, WC had a 28-0 lead after Eric Collins Jr. scored two rushing touchdowns from 3 and 14 yards. Nash Morgan also hit Jaylon “Red” Winters on a 54-yard touchdown pass.

Coming out of halftime, WC got on the board once more after Greer scored on a 12-yard run. That last score forced a running clock as the Vikings quickly put the game away. Artman went 5 for 5 in extra points.

Due to their successful season, WC has earned home-field advantage for next week’s playoff game.

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Keith Phillips

Keith Phillips is the Vicksburg Daily News Sports Editor. He has been on staff since October 2019 where he was part-time until becoming full-time in 2020. Keith is a Vicksburg native and graduate of Vicksburg High School and the University of Southern Mississippi. In his years with VDN, he has covered multiple stories including sports, human interest and crime(courtroom).

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Vikings Shutout Columbus 35-0 in their Regular Season Finale

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