Biloxi Indians score 38 points to end West Harrison playoff hopes

West Harrison played in a high-stakes Friday night game in Gulfport, Mississippi, where the outcome determined if the Hurricanes would make their first ever playoff appearance. Biloxi held on for a 38-22 victory over the visitors.

The first two quarters were tight, with both teams trading points to reach a 7-7 tie late in the second quarter. Marquez Metcalfe broke the deadlock for Biloxi when he ran the ball untouched into the end zone. The extra point kick put the Indians ahead 14-7.

West Harrison attempted to answer with a drive led by Austin McInnis, but the offense stalled and had to punt. Biloxi took over at its own 13-yard line and quickly moved into scoring position. Jalen Ramsey connected with Davie Griffin on a pass play. A penalty on West Harrison added 15 extra yards to the gain.

Ramsey bought time in the pocket and threw a touchdown pass to Griffin in the back of the end zone. The score extended the Biloxi lead to 21-7 at halftime.

The Indians maintained their advantage through the second half. West Harrison scored 15 points in the final two quarters to cut the deficit, but Biloxi added 17 more points to secure the win. The loss ended the Hurricanes' historical playoff bid.