Tattnall County made up a huge gap compared to their last game against Metter, but they still couldn't quite topple them. The Warriors fell just short of the Tigers by a score of 21-19 on Friday. While losing is never fun, the Warriors can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Georgia football rankings (they are ranked 338th, while the Tigers are ranked 131st).
Metter can attribute much of their success to Michael Ricks, who rushed for 97 yards and three TDs, and also threw for 101 yards on eight of 17 attempts. Those three rushing touchdowns gave Ricks a new career-high.
Tattnall County dropped their record down to 1-1 with the loss, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Tattnall County will host Vidalia at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Metter, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Swainsboro at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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