Brooks County extended their postseason success on Friday against Miller County. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 12-10 victory over the Miller County Pirates. Given the Trojans' advantage in MaxPreps' Georgia football rankings (they are ranked 99th, while the Pirates are ranked 202nd), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Leading Brooks County to victory were Chris Cole and George Lamons Jr.. Cole rushed for 113 yards and a touchdown, while Lamons Jr. picked up 108 receiving yards. Cole's rushing production has been exceptional as that marked his fifth straight game with at least 100 rushing yards.
Brooks County wouldn't let Miller County keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Brooks County can thank Demarius Turner and Demarrion Washington for forcing both of them. Washington also set a new season high mark in total tackles with six. Another thorn in Miller County's side was Anton Graham, who picked up 0.5 sacks and made seven total tackles (4.0 for loss).
Brooks County pushed their record up to 8-4 with the win, which was their fourth straight at home. Those victories were due in large part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 7.5 points per game. As for Miller County, their defeat dropped their record down to 8-4.
Brooks County will square off against Jenkins County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The two teams have allowed few points on average, (Brooks County: 13.6, Jenkins County: 14) so any points scored will be well earned. Miller County does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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