Football Preview: Long County Blue Tide vs. Johnson Atomsmashers
After each having a week off, the Long County Blue Tide and the Johnson Atomsmashers will dust off their jerseys to challenge one another at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Long County will be strutting in after a win while Johnson will be coming in after a defeat.
Long County is looking to give their home crowd another W after opening their season at home last Friday. They walked away with a 20-10 victory over Vidalia.
Long County found their leader in underclassman Jason Familia, who rushed for 147 yards and two touchdowns on only 11 carries. Familia's longest rush was for an incredible 87 yards.
Long County didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Christopher Hatfield and Chase Bentley.
Meanwhile, Johnson had to start their season on the road last Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell 20-12 to Bryan County.
Johnson wouldn't let Bryan County keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. It was truly a group effort as Darius Black, Isaiah Scott, and Brynin Collins picked up one apiece.
Long County took their win against Johnson in their previous matchup back in November of 2023 by a conclusive 38-14. Does Long County have another victory up their sleeve, or will Johnson turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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