Jefferson vs Clarke Central ? Game of the Week
David Perno led Georgia to a couple of College World Series berths but six years ago he decided to come back to his alma mater Clarke Central and coach football. Seemed strange then, but now six years later and 50 wins later, college baseball is a distant memory. Perno led his Gladiators into battle against the Jefferson Dragons, which is also the High 5 Sports Game of the Week.
David Perno led Georgia to a couple of College World Series berths but six years ago he decided to come back to his alma mater Clarke Central and coach football. Seemed strange then, but now six years later and 50 wins later, college baseball is a distant memory. Perno led his Gladiators into battle against the Jefferson Dragons, which is also the High 5 Sports Game of the Week.
Jefferson warms up ahead of game against Clarke Central
The High 5 Sports Game of the Week features two traditional Class AAAAA Region 8 powerhouses clashing for their first regional game. The Jefferson Dragons head down to Clarke Central to battle the Gladiators.
The High 5 Sports Game of the Week features two traditional Class AAAAA Region 8 powerhouses clashing for their first regional game. The Jefferson Dragons head down to Clarke Central to battle the Gladiators.
Clarke Central warms up ahead of their game against Jefferson
Class AAAAA Region 8 is a host of powerhouse teams and two of those teams are meeting on the gridiron Friday. This is the first region game for the Jefferson Dragons (2-2) and Clarke Central Gladiators (1-3), so despite their season records, both teams are starting fresh this week in the hunt for the playoffs.
Class AAAAA Region 8 is a host of powerhouse teams and two of those teams are meeting on the gridiron Friday. This is the first region game for the Jefferson Dragons (2-2) and Clarke Central Gladiators (1-3), so despite their season records, both teams are starting fresh this week in the hunt for the playoffs.
Clarke Central ready to host Jefferson for Game of the Week
Athens might be a town more associated with its Saturday games, but High 5 Sports is in town Friday for the Game of the Week. The Clarke Central Gladiators are hosting the Jefferson Dragons in a battle of two powerhouse AAAAA Region 8 teams. School spirit and sports run deeps at Clarke Central.
Athens might be a town more associated with its Saturday games, but High 5 Sports is in town Friday for the Game of the Week. The Clarke Central Gladiators are hosting the Jefferson Dragons in a battle of two powerhouse AAAAA Region 8 teams. School spirit and sports run deeps at Clarke Central.
Harrison vs Kennesaw Mountain ? Game of the Week
Kennesaw Mountain and Harrison are just three miles apart, but have a history that stretches for miles. The two teams paused their rivalry for a few years, but it?s back and heating up. Could the Mustangs stay unbeaten against their renewed rivals?
Kennesaw Mountain and Harrison are just three miles apart, but have a history that stretches for miles. The two teams paused their rivalry for a few years, but it?s back and heating up. Could the Mustangs stay unbeaten against their renewed rivals?
Harrison Football Head Coach Josh Cassidy
Harrison Football Head Coach Josh Cassidy says the High 5 Sports Game of the Week against Kennesaw Mountain is a rivalry that was once very heated and likely will be again.
Harrison Football Head Coach Josh Cassidy says the High 5 Sports Game of the Week against Kennesaw Mountain is a rivalry that was once very heated and likely will be again.
Kennesaw Mountain Football Coach Caleb Carmean
Kennesaw Mountain Football Coach Caleb Carmean says the High 5 Sports Game of the Week is a big deal because Harrison is just three miles down the road. He says he looks forward to renewing this rivalry as he, himself, played Harrison when he was a Mustang.
Kennesaw Mountain Football Coach Caleb Carmean says the High 5 Sports Game of the Week is a big deal because Harrison is just three miles down the road. He says he looks forward to renewing this rivalry as he, himself, played Harrison when he was a Mustang.
Kennesaw Mountain is pumped up for the Game of the Week
The High 5 Sports Game of the Week heads to Kennesaw Mountain as they host Harrison. The Mustangs are 3-0 on the gridiron, but it's not the only thing they have to be pumped up about. Alissa Wilbur, who coaches the cheer team, is also the Teacher of the Week. The Mustang softball team is also undefeated in region play. It even has the Atlanta Falcons coming out to celebrate.
The High 5 Sports Game of the Week heads to Kennesaw Mountain as they host Harrison. The Mustangs are 3-0 on the gridiron, but it's not the only thing they have to be pumped up about. Alissa Wilbur, who coaches the cheer team, is also the Teacher of the Week. The Mustang softball team is also undefeated in region play. It even has the Atlanta Falcons coming out to celebrate.
Marist vs Woodward ? Game of the Week
It's the War Eagle Bowl! Both Marist and Woodward Academy are in the top 10 in Class AAAAAA and they know each other well. This is 55th time the two school have played. The first time happened 100 years ago this month.
It's the War Eagle Bowl! Both Marist and Woodward Academy are in the top 10 in Class AAAAAA and they know each other well. This is 55th time the two school have played. The first time happened 100 years ago this month.
Marist head coach Alan Chadwick
Marist head coach Alan Chadwick talks about renewing the rivalry with Woodward Academy in the War Eagle Bowl.
Marist head coach Alan Chadwick talks about renewing the rivalry with Woodward Academy in the War Eagle Bowl.
Woodward Academy head coach John Hunt
Woodward Academy head coach John Hunt says the history between his War Eagles and the Marist War Eagles is long and the competition is great.
Woodward Academy head coach John Hunt says the history between his War Eagles and the Marist War Eagles is long and the competition is great.
Woodward Academy has more than enough cheer ahead of Game of the Week
One hundred years ago in September 1922, over in College Park, the Georgia Military Academy faces off against the Marist School for the first time. The Georgia Military Academy would later be renamed to the Woodward Academy. A century later, they will be playing Marist for the 55th time. The two War Eagle teams will battle it out on the gridiron, but first they show their spirit.
One hundred years ago in September 1922, over in College Park, the Georgia Military Academy faces off against the Marist School for the first time. The Georgia Military Academy would later be renamed to the Woodward Academy. A century later, they will be playing Marist for the 55th time. The two War Eagle teams will battle it out on the gridiron, but first they show their spirit.
Game of the Week: Cedar Grove vs Westlake
Clash of the titans in this state. Cedar Grove, defending champs in 3A currently ranked top in Georgia. Then you have Westlake, number 9 in 7A. Justin Felder takes us into Game of the Week for Week 3.
Clash of the titans in this state. Cedar Grove, defending champs in 3A currently ranked top in Georgia. Then you have Westlake, number 9 in 7A. Justin Felder takes us into Game of the Week for Week 3.
Newnan vs East Coweta - Game of the Week
It was 30 years ago, 1992, East Coweta and Newnan first met on the gridiron and they've done it every year since. Since 2013, the Brantley-Knott Jug has been on the line. It's the High 5 Sports Game of the Week and Kelly Price was there.
It was 30 years ago, 1992, East Coweta and Newnan first met on the gridiron and they've done it every year since. Since 2013, the Brantley-Knott Jug has been on the line. It's the High 5 Sports Game of the Week and Kelly Price was there.
Newnan High School Coach Chip Walker
Newnan High School Coach Chip Walker says his team is ready despite a quicker than normal turnaround, having played a Saturday game during Week One. He say his team has learned a lot from their miscues in that short time. Coach Walker says they have a bevy of tough teams at the start of their season and their rivalry against East Coweta is as big as it gets.
Newnan High School Coach Chip Walker says his team is ready despite a quicker than normal turnaround, having played a Saturday game during Week One. He say his team has learned a lot from their miscues in that short time. Coach Walker says they have a bevy of tough teams at the start of their season and their rivalry against East Coweta is as big as it gets.
East Coweta High School Coach John Small
East Coweta High School Coach John Small says he doesn't remember a time when his team played Newnan both 0-1. Coach Small says she is proud of his team's ownership over their loss and feels they will grow from it. He looks forward to battling Newnan once again for the Brantley-Knott Jug.
East Coweta High School Coach John Small says he doesn't remember a time when his team played Newnan both 0-1. Coach Small says she is proud of his team's ownership over their loss and feels they will grow from it. He looks forward to battling Newnan once again for the Brantley-Knott Jug.
Game of the Week: Newnan vs. East Coweta preview
East Coweta goes up against Newnan not just for the Brantley-Knott Jug in football, but the Coweta Cup in swimming. Kelly Price previews more from the Game of the Week.
East Coweta goes up against Newnan not just for the Brantley-Knott Jug in football, but the Coweta Cup in swimming. Kelly Price previews more from the Game of the Week.
Battle for the Brantley-Knott Jug
It might not be the oldest rivalry in Georgia, but it might have one of the most unique traditions. Newnan and East Coweta have been meeting on the gridiron since 1992 and since 2013 each have battled for the Brantley-Knott Jug. East Coweta has won it the past four years, but Newnan is looking to end that streak.
It might not be the oldest rivalry in Georgia, but it might have one of the most unique traditions. Newnan and East Coweta have been meeting on the gridiron since 1992 and since 2013 each have battled for the Brantley-Knott Jug. East Coweta has won it the past four years, but Newnan is looking to end that streak.
Peachtree Ridge vs Seckinger - Game of the Week
The brand new Seckinger High School is beautiful. They're calling it a next generation high school and glad to hear the next generation still includes the greatest part about high school: Friday night lights. The Jaguars opened their season in the High 5 Sports Game of the Week against Peachtree Ridge.
The brand new Seckinger High School is beautiful. They're calling it a next generation high school and glad to hear the next generation still includes the greatest part about high school: Friday night lights. The Jaguars opened their season in the High 5 Sports Game of the Week against Peachtree Ridge.
Peachtree Ridge head coach
Peachtree Ridge head coach Matt Helmerich discusses facing a new opponent at the start of the season.
Peachtree Ridge head coach Matt Helmerich discusses facing a new opponent at the start of the season.