On Friday, the George Walton Academy Bulldogs were within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 20-14 to the Tattnall Square Academy Trojans. The Bulldogs gained 104 more yards on the day, but it was the Trojans that made the best use of them.
George Walton Academy lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Aj Dillard, who rushed for 115 yards while picking up 7.2 yards per carry, and also threw for 83 yards and a touchdown.
Even if they lost, George Walton Academy's defense still kept up the pressure with three sacks. Aidan Townsend was especially locked on to Tattnall Square Academy's QB and sacked him twice. Townsend's also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, picking up two sacks and making four total tackles.
Caden Faulk was the offensive standout of the contest as he threw for 124 yards and three touchdowns while completing 81% of his passes.
George Walton Academy's loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-2. As for Tattnall Square Academy, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. George Walton Academy will challenge The King's Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Tattnall Square Academy, they will host Calvary Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Tattnall Square Academy is facing Calvary Christian at the right time seeing as Calvary Christian is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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