Vicksburg’s first day at the Mel Kiper 7-on-7 National Championships in Washington, D.C., was a big success, as the Gators won two out of their first three games.

But the Gators fell, 34-26, in the playoffs today to Calvert Hall, Md.

The Gators beat a pair of state champions, taking down Urbana (Md.) 39-29 and Plant City (Fla.) 34-27 in Red Conference pool play on Thursday.

Vicksburg’s only loss was to Robert E. Lee (Va.), 44-27.

The Gators will depart for home on Saturday at 3 p.m. and are scheduled to arrive back in Vicksburg Sunday at 7:30 a.m.

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