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Football: Whatever happened to the prep class of 2006
Four years ago, another solid group of high school recruits went through National Signing Day with the same hopes and expectations that this year’s Georgia high school class carried. PrepCountry takes a look at what became of the top recruits from the class of 2006. DB D’Vontrey Richardson, Lee County: The talented two-sport star signed... »
National Signing Day: Top steals of the day
Maybe they were under the radar of most BCS schools. Maybe they were late bloomers. Maybe they passed up bigger conferences. Whatever the reason, here’s a look at a few Georgia players who may be considered steals that  have a chance to make huge impacts at their schools  (in no particular order). OL Tim Wynn,... »
National Signing Day: DeKalb County sets record
National Signing Day in DeKalb County is always a day of pride with the football coaches, players and fans and today’s (Feb. 3, 2010) marked one of the greatest in the history of the DeKalb County School as 119 athletes signed scholarships to continue their education and football careers. Â The 119 signees sets a new mark for DeKalb... »
Football: Three big names still uncommitted
With college football national signing day less than a week away (Feb. 3), three of the top high school football players in the state are still undecided. Here’s a look at some of the top players in the state who still have a decision to make. Jeffrey Whitaker, DE Warner Robins (6-4, 295): Top choices are... »
Football: Central Gwinnett, Troup make hires
Central Gwinnett and Troup are the latest schools to fill head coaching vacancies this off season. Central Gwinnett has hired Todd Wofford, who spent the last five seasons as an assistant coach at Gainesville. He was offensive coordinator and this is his first head coaching job. Troup hired Charles Flowers, who retired in December after three... »
Football: Southwest DeKalb’s McCarthy kicks game-winner
The DeKalb Titans got a pair of Preston McCarthy field goals in the third quarter to rally for a 20-16 victory over the DeKalb Giants to win the DeKalb County Senior All-Star Bowl cup on Saturday at Hallford Stadium. Â A furious first quarter had the Titans holding a 14-10 lead before the two defenses picked... »
Football: Championship previews
Class AAAAA Northside, Warner Robins (13-1) vs. Camden County (12-2), Dec. 12, 8 p.m. Two of the most successful coaches this decade square off for the first time in a championship game. Northside’s Conrad Nix has won at least 10 games in each of the past 12 seasons. This is Northside’s fourth title game in... »
Football semifinals: Best of the best
Here’s a look back at the Georgia high school football state semifinals, with PrepCountry’s take on the best of the best. Best Quarterback Duel: Blake Sims, Gainesville vs. Connor Shaw, Flowery Branch — Sims overcame three early interceptions to pile up 290 yards passing and rushing, including a 10-yard touchdown pass that proved to be... »
Football: Class A semifinal previews
Wilcox County (11-2) at Clinch County (10-3): The two teams are no strangers, having played 20 times including at least once a year from 2984-97. Clinch leads the series 11-8-1 and has won the past four in a row. Wilcox, led by quarterback Nick Marshall, has survived two close calls in the playoffs, beating... »
Football: Class AA semifinal previews
Class AA Buford is the only defending state champion still remaining in any class. Only Fitzgerald has not played in the AA championship game in the past two years. Buford beat Calhoun last season and Lovett in 2008. Here is a look at the AA semifinal matchups. Buford (12-1) at Fitzgerald (13-0): This one is a... »