Football Recap: Bainbridge Takes a Loss + How To Watch

By Team Reports Aug 25, 2025, 8:14am

Football Recap: Bainbridge Bearcats vs. Cook Hornets

HOW TO WATCH: This game will be replayed on the NFHS Network, the official streaming partner of the GA High School Assn. (GHSA) & Cook High School. Watch Full Replay

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Bainbridge had lost six straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 0-2 to make it seven. They took a 22-6 bruising from the Cook Hornets. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Bearcats of the 13-10 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in August of 2024.

Brooks Hines threw for 63 yards on seven of 25 attempts. Vontrey Willingham was his top target, picking up 33 receiving yards. On the ground, Xzabion Jackson rushed for 28 yards.

As for Cook, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it. The wins came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 12 points this season.

Cook found their leader in freshman Dawson Davis, who rushed for 110 yards and two touchdowns.

Looking ahead, Bainbridge will square off against Ware County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Cook, they will face off against Brooks County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.

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