Slow-Pitch softball begins the first of four rounds Saturday leading up to the 30th annual MHSAA C Spire State Championships Oct. 21 at Ridgeland.
Three state champions will be crowned at Freedom Ridge Park: Class III (6A/5A), Class II (4A/3A) and Class I (2A/1A).
Playoff and championship rounds are scheduled for a one-day, best-of-three series.
Last year’s champions were: (6A/5A) Neshoba Central; (4A) Newton County; (3A) Choctaw Central; (2A) East Webster; (1A) Hamilton.
All games will be streamed live on the NFHS Network at www.misshsaa.tv