The conclusion of the regular season is finally here.
All four area teams have a chance to make statements tonight in key matchups.
It doesn’t get bigger for the Thomasville Bulldogs as they travel north to play Region 1-AA rival Fitzgerald for the region championship. Both have been on cruise control in region play. The key to the game: Thomasville’s ability to slow down Fitzgerald’s wing-T offense. The Purple Hurricanes are as explosive as ever, scoring at least 21 points in every game. Of Fitzgerald’s nine wins this year, on seven occasions, the Purple Hurricanes reached the 48-point plateau.
They should come back down to earth tonight, however. Thomasville is fast, quick and aggressive and should slow down Fitzgerald’s rushing attack.
Having a healthy Charles Hayes at quarterback and defensive back is also a key for the Bulldogs who are primed for a playoff run.
It begins tonight.
Thomasville 24, Fitzgerald 20
Thomas County Central at Bainbridge
Central meets its former coach for the second straight year. This time, however, the finish won’t be close. Ed Pilcher’s Bearcats have been inconsistent this year and are on the brink of not making the playoffs. His former team is clicking on all cylinders. The Region 1-AAAA champion Yellow Jackets have been stingy on defense and are progressing on offense.
The only way Central could be in trouble is if it hasn’t come down from its emotional victory against Westside-Macon. Playing against Pilcher will be motivation enough for the Yellow Jackets.
Central 27, Bainbridge 10
Westover at Cairo
Cairo has already secured a No. 2 seed and home playoff game for the upcoming Class AAA playoffs. Still, the Syrupmakers have yet to play a complete game. It starts tonight against Westover, a team Cairo has had great success against in recent years.
The defending champs play like it tonight.
Cairo 42, Westover 10
Brookwood at Pinecrest
The GISA Class AAA playoffs begin tonight and Brookwood looks for a huge upset on the road. Unfortunately, it’s playing a Pinecrest team that’s won nine straight. Make it ten in a row after tonight.
Pinecrest 34, Brookwood 10
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'Statement' games await area teams
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THS set to hold Bulldog Brawl
No rest for the weary.
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English qualifies for British Open
Thomasville’s Harris English has qualified for his first major.
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Central's Henley honored again
Jodi Henley is a model of excellence and consistency. The Thomas County Central junior was recently named to the all-state golf team for the third time.
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Spring showcase
Two weeks of spring practice culminated in an annual scrimmage for Thomas County Central on Tuesday.
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Warriors honored with postseason awards
Whether it be all-state or all-region, the Brookwood Warriors were honored for their 27-6 season.
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Warriors' season done
Youth and inexperience in the GISA playoffs came back to haunt the Brookwood Warriors on Monday.
With a chance to play for the Class AA championship on the line, the Warriors allowed three unearned runs in the first inning and left the bases loaded in the fourth, leading to Windsor Academy defeating Brookwood 5-3. -
Central set for annual scrimmage
Two weeks, 10 days of practice, culminates in today’s spring game for the Thomas County Central Yellow Jackets.
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Brookwood sports top scholars on football team
Brookwood athletic director and head football coach Robert East had a stunning revelation during the senior class Honors Assembly.
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Semifinal split
Brookwood will have to wait until Monday to possibly claim its spot in the GISA Class AA championship game.
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Heart for helping others
A heart to help others led Bryant Harden into the Peace Corps.
A love for baseball has the Thomas County Central graduate’s sights set on teaching America’s pastime to people in Mongolia. - More Local Sports Headlines
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