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Robbie Roper
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GPB Sports Blog

Starting My 10th Season by Remembering Robbie Roper

GPB's Matt Stewart has seen a lot of things during his 10 years as the voice of Football Friday in Georgia. The unforgettable performance of Robbie Roper, followed by his unspeakable death, left their mark on the veteran play-by-play man. 

August 24, 2023
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  • Matt Stewart
GPB Sports Football Top 10
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Fitzgerald is New No. 1 Team in Class 2A

There's a new No. 1 team in Class 2A. Fitzgerald, which finished second 2022, climbed into the top spot of the GPB Rankings this week. 

August 22, 2023
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  • GPB Sports Staff
The Atlanta Falcons hosted the third-annual High School Girls Flag Football Showcase at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Falcons Host Girls High School Flag Football Showcase for College Coaches

The Atlanta Falcons are being praised for hosting one of the most successful High School Girls Flag Football Showcases in the country. The third-annual event, presented by Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, and was held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in May. Current and formerFalcons players, and nearly 20 Georgia high school girls flag football coaches were in attendance.

May 30, 2023
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  • Hannah Goodin
The Warner Robins football team brings the energy in warmups for new head coach Shane Sams.
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

High School Football Coaching Carousel Brings Folks Home

High School football always has something going on and we’re keeping a collective eye on the teams, coaches and players as they get ready for the summer swelter and practices that will lead us into the 2023 season. But, before the camps and the workouts, there’s still some other kinds of work to be done. 

April 13, 2023
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  • Jon Nelson
Make That Kid An Offer
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Football Fridays in Georgia: 'Make That Kid An Offer' Special

Many student-athletes across the state get overlooked regarding recruitment offers from colleges and universities. On this Football Fridays in Georgia podcast episode, Hannah and Jon discuss the recruitment process and the "Make That Kid an Offer" segment that spotlights these students. Plus, we hear from Rob Vaka and his son, Kyle Vaka from Kell High School who received a Division I offer after being featured on the segment. 

April 5, 2023
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  • Jon Nelson and
  • Hannah Goodin
RR
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Recruiting 2022: Mill Creek at Buford

Two of the top prospects in the country lead two nationally ranked teams in this week's talent-laden game between Mill Creek and Buford. 

October 14, 2022
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  • Matt Stewart
RR
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Recruiting 2022: North Cobb at Walton

There will be plenty of college talent on the field for this week's Class 7A contest between No. 9 North Cobb and No. 5 Walton.

October 7, 2022
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  • Matt Stewart
Lowndes-EC
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Football Fridays in Georgia: Lowndes at East Coweta

The Football Fridays in Georgia crew heads to the southside of town this week when Lowndes pays a visit to East Coweta. It is one of three games that will be shown this week by GPB.

September 10, 2022
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  • GPB Sports Staff
Blair Harrison pictured with Al Pellegrino (right) at the 2019 Masters in Augusta, GA.
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Blair Harrison To Carry On Al Pellegrino's Legacy at Shaw

It’s been a whirlwind of a summer for Shaw High School football coach Blair Harrison. He began Memorial Day weekend as the Raiders offensive coordinator, but things quickly changed after news broke that former coach Al Pellegrino had passed away from a heart attack while on vacation with his family.

July 6, 2022
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  • Hannah Goodin
Thomas County Central Football Coach Justin Rogers
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Justin Rogers Has A Plan To Return Thomas County Central To Its Glory Days

Justin Rogers brings his winning ways from Colquitt County over to Thomas County Central in hopes of returning the Yellow Jackets to their glory days of the 1990's when they won 5 state titles.

April 14, 2022
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  • Hannah Goodin
Lowndes Head Coach Jamey Dubose
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Lowndes Head Football Coach Dubose Steps Down

Lowndes Head football Coach Jamey Dubose announces he is stepping down after two season with the powerhouse Vikings program. 

April 1, 2022
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  • Jon Nelson
TP
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Top Football Performers From The Semifinals

Here are some of the top high school football performances that took place around Georgia in the GHSA state semifinal games. 

December 6, 2021
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  • GPB Sports Staff
FFIG
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

GPB Football Fridays in Georgia: Grayson at Collins Hill

A rematch between last season’s Class 7A championship game between Grayson and Collins Hill is on the docket for this week’s broadcast of GPB’s Football Fridays in Georgia.

November 27, 2021
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  • GPB Sports Staff
RGN
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Rabun Gap-Nacoochee Takes Different Route To Title Game

Imported European newbies live and learn football at Rabun Gap-Nacoochee -- and end up playing for a state championship but not the one you would expect. 

November 24, 2021
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  • Jon Nelson
FFIG
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Football Fridays In Georgia: Walton at Brookwood

The road warriors from Walton will try to continue their journey through the Class 7A playoffs on Friday with a visit to Brookwood on GPB’s Football Fridays in Georgia.

November 20, 2021
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  • GPB Sports Staff
RR
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Recruiting 2021: Coffee at Creekside

Here's a look at the top players in tonight's Football Friday's in Georgia Class 5A contest between No. 6 Creekside and No. 8 Coffee.

November 12, 2021
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  • Matt Stewart
FFIGR1
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Football Fridays In Georgia: Coffee at Creekside

The postseason on GPB’s Football Fridays in Georgia begins with the broadcast of the Class 5A first-round showdown between state-ranked Coffee and Creekside.

November 6, 2021
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  • GPB Sports Staff
RR
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Recruiting 2021: Buford at Dacula

Four-star athletes will flood the field when No. 1 Buford takes on rival Dacula to determine the Region 8-6A championship in our final regular season Football Fridays In Georgia game of the year. . 

November 5, 2021
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  • Matt Stewart
Lowndes Football Team breaks through banner
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Football Friday In Georgia: What's the savory secret to Lowndes' success?

On this week's Football Fridays In Georgia podcast, GPB Sports' Hannah Goodin and Jon Nelson are joined by Lowndes' Head Coach Jamey DuBose. The Coach talks about playing in one of the toughest regions, not only in the state but the entire Southeast. He also dishes out the scoop on the team's daily breakfast routine that just may be one of the secrets to their success. 

October 13, 2021
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  • Jon Nelson and
  • Hannah Goodin
Rabun County Head Coach Jaybo Shaw and Quarterback Gunner Stockton
Blog
GPB Sports Blog

Football Fridays in Georgia: The deep bond between Rabun County's Coach and Star QB

On this week's Football Fridays in Georgia podcast GPB Sports Hannah Goodin and Jon Nelson catch up with Rabun County Head Coach Jaybo Shaw who talks about the deep, family connection between his family and that of star quarterback Gunner Stockton. He also discusses the challenges of finding non-region opponents for his traditional powerhouse squad. 

October 6, 2021
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  • Hannah Goodin and
  • Jon Nelson

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