Ocean Springs’ fast‑pitch softball team concluded its deepest advance into Mississippi history with a narrow state final defeat in Hattiesburg. In a winner‑take‑all game on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Southern Miss Softball Complex, Hernando edged out Ocean Springs 9‑7, overcoming a five‑run rally by the Greyhounds in the sixth inning. Despite tying the game, Ocean Springs could not contain Hernando’s late push, which featured two home runs and five runs in the bottom of the frame. The Greyhounds’ season ended at 31‑6, capping their most successful campaign to date ([sunherald.com](https://www.sunherald.com/sports/high-school/article315773766.html?utm_source=openai)).