Exciting State Championship Week in Georgia High School Football
As playoff football comes to a thrilling conclusion in Georgia, state championship week has arrived. The matchups look promising and are set to showcase some of the best high school football talent in the nation. Notably, two teams, Milton and Carrollton, find themselves ranked in the Top 10 nationally in their respective classifications out of Class 5A and Class 6A. Additionally, the Class 4A title will feature two undefeated teams, Marist and North Oconee, going head-to-head.
The Class AAAAAA title game presents a highly anticipated clash between Carrollton and Grayson. Carrollton, who has proudly held the number one spot in 6A all season, had a tough route to the finals, defeating another favorite, Buford, in the semifinals. Their star quarterback, JuJu Lewis, is expected to shine, supported by a talented roster. Grayson, too, has potent weapons, including quarterback Travis Burgess and various standout receivers, which makes this matchup one of the biggest highlights of the week. The prediction leans towards Carrollton winning 30-20.
As for the Class AAAAA championship, Milton is favored against Langston Hughes. Milton has been dominant, showing their strength by defeating Lee County in the semifinals. The Eagles’ reputation for being able to accelerate when needed could pose a tough challenge for the Panthers, despite their impressive record this season. Milton is predicted to win that contest 38-24.
Fans should also mark their calendars for the Class AAAA duel between Marist and North Oconee, both entering with spotless 14-0 records. With both teams well-coached and known for their tough play, this matchup has all the markings of a close game that might end in a thrilling finish. North Oconee is slightly favored, with a projected score of 31-28.
Looking into the Class AAA championship, Jefferson will take on Calhoun, aiming for their first title since 2012. While Jefferson looks to lean on their star quarterback, Gavin Markey, Calhoun is formidable and has made it this far against strong competition. The predicted outcome sees Jefferson narrowly winning 28-24.
In the Class AA finals, the Carver-Columbus Tigers carry the expectations as they go against Burke County. Carver enters the game with a solid 14-1 record and hopes to secure their first title since 2007. The predicted score suggests a Tigers victory, 35-21.
Soon enough, the action will also shift to Class A Division I, where Toombs County faces Northeast, highlighted by star quarterback TJ Stanley. With Toombs expected to win that battle 48-40, it’s certainly a matchup to look out for.
Lastly, the Class A Division II showdown promises a rematch as Bowdon takes on Brooks County. Held as the favorites, Bowdon is aiming for a three-peat in state championships, predicted to come out on top 28-21.
This week brings an exciting culmination to an intense season, with numerous athletes hoping to make their mark in history and their schools proud. The games will take place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, creating an electric atmosphere for fans and players alike.
