Dawson County had lost four straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 1-3 to make it five. They took a 34-23 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Pickens Dragons. Despite 77 more yards than the Dragons, the Tigers couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Gunnar Weaver threw for 317 yards and one touchdown. Paxton Phillips was his top target, picking up 135 receiving yards. On the ground, Aden Bannister rushed for 68 yards.
As for Pickens, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 5-0. Those wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 33.6 points this season.
Ike Wyngaard produced another solid performance rushing for 130 yards and a pair of scores on only nine carries. The team also got some help courtesy of McCord Purdy, who picked up 167 receiving yards and one TD.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Dawson County will challenge rival Greater Atlanta Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Pickens is set to square off against their familiar foe North Hall at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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