On this penultimate Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, you join the crew as they preview a packed week of GHSA high school football, from the Gainesville vs. Rome 5A semifinal at Barron Stadium to the Buford vs. Carrollton clash for the 6A state title. Gainesville head coach Josh Niblett and Rome head coach John Reid share how their teams handled an unusual playoff delay, how they build program culture from second grade through varsity, and what it takes to survive a schedule full of state contenders.
Join Niki and Jon for a look at one of the most unsettling weeks in Georgia high school football. They revisit the Brunswick vs. Gainesville playoff fight and the court ruling that has placed Class 5A in legal limbo. GHSA executive director Dr. Tim Scott explains the incident, the suspensions, and how the association reads its bylaws. The crew also previews semifinal matchups across every classification, including Carrollton vs. North Gwinnett and Buford vs. Valdosta. It is a clear and detailed look at the place where player safety, due process, and the pursuit of a state title all meet on Football Fridays in Georgia.
It was a rough week for No. 1-ranked teams throughout Georgia. Three of the seven top-ranked teams were beaten, and 23 ranked teams lost their opening game.
On this week's podcast Hannah and Jon are joined by Todd Holcomb, founder and editor of the Georgia High School Football Daily, to talk about players to watch, teams to look out for, underdogs, and season predictions.
GPB Sports is looking for Georgia high school football players who are having a great season and career but who may need a little help getting noticed by recruiters.
GPB Sports is looking for Georgia high school football players who are having a great season and career but who may need a little help getting noticed by recruiters.
During the offseason, the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) considered implementing new regulations aimed at discouraging student athletes from transferring to other schools – but that idea was tabled until next year.
If it's March, GPB Sports and the GHSA Basketball world are heading to Macon for a three day hoop-a-palooza known as the GHSA girls and boys basketball championships.
In less than two months, stadiums will fill, jumbotrons will fire up and communities will rally together around the South's staple sport as the 2014 high school football season kicks off across the state.
