Georgia High School Football Daily Spotlight: Class AAAAA Playoff Preview
Peachtree Ridge at Northside, W. Robins
When, where: 7:30 p.m. Friday, McConnell-Talbert Stadium, Warner Robins
Records, rankings: Peachtree Ridge is 10-2, the No. 2 seed from Region 7-AAAAA and unranked; Northside is 11-1, the No. 1 seed from Region 1-AAAAA and ranked No. 7.
Last meeting: This is the teams’ first meeting.
Three things to know:
1. Both teams were state champions in 2006, Peachtree Ridge in Class AAAAA, Northside in AAAA. Northside repeated as AAAA champion in 2007.
2. The teams have a common opponent in Lowndes, which defeated Peachtree Ridge 51-17 and lost to Northside 10-7.
3. Northside has won 44 consecutive games at McConnell-Talbert Stadium except when playing Warner Robins, a school with which it shares the stadium.
Winner plays: Newnan-Grayson winner
Newnan at Grayson
When, where: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Grayson Community Stadium, Grayson
Records, rankings: Newnan is 12-0, the No. 1 seed from Region 4-AAAAA and ranked No. 3; Grayson is 12-0, the No. 1 seed from Region 8-AAAAA and ranked No. 1.
Last meeting: This is the teams’ first meeting.
Three things to know:
1. These teams ranked 1-2 in scoring defense in Class AAAAA. Newnan allows 6.3 points per game. Grayson allows 8.0.
2. These two teams have the best records in AAAAA over the past two seasons. Newnan is 24-1. Grayson is 25-1.
3. Newnan is led by safety Alec Ogletree, a two-way player best known as a safety. He has committed to Georgia. Grayson’s top defensive player is probably Shawn Green, a defensive tackle who is committed to Georgia Tech.
Winner plays: Peachtree Ridge-Northside winner
Camden County at North Gwinnett
When, where: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Tom Robinson Memorial Stadium, Suwanee
Records, rankings: Camden County is 10-2, the No. 1 seed from Region 3-AAAAA and ranked No. 8; North Gwinnett is 12-0, the No. 1 seed from Region 7-AAAAA and ranked No. 2.
Last meeting: This is the teams’ first meeting.
Three things to know:
1. Camden County has the biggest scoring differential of the eight teams remaining. The Wildcats have outscored their opponents by 31.7 points per game.
2. Camden County’s run-based offense is led by Ean Days, who rushed for 945 yards and 13 touchdowns out of the Wing-T during the regular season.
3. North Gwinnett quarterback C.J. Uzomah has more than 2,000 yards of total offense this season.
Winner plays: Colquitt County-Lassiter winner
Colquitt County at Lassiter
When, where: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Frank Fillman Stadium, Marietta
Records, rankings: Colquitt County is 10-2, the No. 3 seed from Region 1-AAAAA and unranked; Lassiter is 12-0, the No. 1 seed from Region 6-AAAAA and ranked No. 9.
Last meeting: This is the teams’ first meeting.
Three things to know:
1. In 2007, Lassiter coach Chip Lindsey was the offensive coordinator at Alabama’s Hoover High and was the assistant to head coach Rush Propst, the current Colquitt County coach.
2. In the 70-49 victory against South Gwinnett in the second round, Lassiter quarterback Hutson Mason threw for a state-record 552 yards and eight touchdowns and became the first QB in Georgia history to surpass 4,000 yards in a season. He has 4,266 yards and 54 touchdowns, also a state record.
3. Colquitt County and Peachtree Ridge are the only teams remaining in AAAAA that are not No. 1 seeds, and Colquitt is the only No. 3 seed left in the field.
Winner plays: Camden County-North Gwinnett winner
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421 comments Add your comment
SportsFan31313
November 24th, 2009
10:39 am
Let me be the first to tell you that Camden County wins it all for the 2nd year in a row. The Class AAAAA once again comes to South Georgia.
SportsFan31313
November 24th, 2009
10:42 am
The Class AAAAA State Title again comes to South Georgia
BlackandGold24
November 24th, 2009
10:43 am
The Packers will be arriving a day early this week. Expect the Packers to be ready for this offense. They see it everyday in practice. Go Pack!
#88 RAM pops
November 24th, 2009
10:48 am
” Most teams have been forced to test the Rams through the air, though much of those efforts haven’t gone well against a secondary that is led by Kori Gaines’ nine interceptions”. GDP. Kori is due…but I’d rather see the Cougars try to run against us!!!
cchswildcat86
November 24th, 2009
10:51 am
Enter your comments here
LHS
November 24th, 2009
10:58 am
I know the Packers will be prepared as they do see almost the same offense in practice daily. However, they’ve never seen it run by such an impressive QB. Propst’s offense does not produce anywhere near the production Lassiter’s does. It is said, we have not seen a strong D before, however, I read on an AJC blog where Grayson students and fans were saying Roswell’s D was the best they’ve played against all season. Frankly, I wasn’t that impressed with them. I, again, think this game could go either way. Although, I would not get too excited about shutting Lassiter’s offense down. That won’t happen.
GOPACKGO
November 24th, 2009
11:04 am
LHS that is true. BUT region 1AAAAA has some of the best defenses in the state. We see defense week in and week out.
GOPACKGO
November 24th, 2009
11:12 am
Just hoping your offense can run some too. We might see some guys go both ways this week. Like our beloved #4 Quinn. Don’t be surprised.
LHS
November 24th, 2009
11:13 am
GOPACKGO That is also true. However, our defense practices against arguably the best offense in the state day in, day out. I think standard Wing T offenses cause us more problems than the spread. Good luck to all of the players and coaches still playing this week.
Fred
November 24th, 2009
11:33 am
LHS, I don’t think Roswell’s defense was the best we have played against. They were very good especially as the last severl weeks of the regular season we were up against teams that were having a down year. We played some tough teams early in the year as well and I think some people might have forgotten the earlier teams. I’m sure the coaching staff and players know what is coming.
GOPACKGO
November 24th, 2009
11:50 am
LHS I can say this. If we don’t win I will be pulling for Lassiter to win state. It’s boring to watch these running offenses play. I love watching high scoring games with spread offenses.
LHS
November 24th, 2009
11:55 am
Fred, I’m just referencing other posts on here…GOPACKGO, I hope all of your best athletes go both ways this week. We’ll wear them out! No one at Lassiter plays both ways.
LHS
November 24th, 2009
11:58 am
GOPACKGO, thank you. I too will be pulling for CC if we lose. Enjoy the game; it should be a fun one. Maybe we’ll meet up and have a cup of coffee while you are here.
White Trash
November 24th, 2009
12:09 pm
dakotah- Just looked at Rivals 100 and by the way, Camden was ranked and as well with number of Georgia teams.
PROSKILLpat
November 24th, 2009
12:13 pm
Marktwain. You have lost your mind……You have not seen defensive speed like your going to see friday night. Just make sure your here, Sat. morning……………I will bring the tissue! GO NSWR!~
james adamar
November 24th, 2009
12:22 pm
Northside eagle pride,
We are in a rebuilding year. This team has surprised us all. The Coaches
are very good. I look forward to a close Game against PTR
hsfootball fan
November 24th, 2009
12:23 pm
when was the last time Newnan won a game in round four of the playoffs?
cchswildcat86
November 24th, 2009
12:30 pm
hsfootball fan…….exactly
hsfootball fan
November 24th, 2009
12:30 pm
Newnan only made it to the 4 round once, rest of the time they lost in round 3 except for 2003 where they lost again and that was ronud four of the playoffs
hsfootball fan
November 24th, 2009
12:31 pm
any most of those round 3 losses were at home.
NSWR Eagle 98
November 24th, 2009
12:44 pm
Everybody please believe NSWR will be ready to play Friday night! Peachtree Ridge has a great team but NSWR is Hungry to Shut peoples Mouth. People say NSWR has not played a complete Game, i disagree, every team that strives for protection has a lapse, and if you are referring to there loss to cross town rival Warner Robins, Coach Nix took full blame for that for sitting on the Lead, But that is the past and they are the only team i feel who is not looking to who they play next!,NSWR is focused on one thing and one thing only and it is not next week’s game, they are focused on Peachtree Ridge who most feel will eliminate the Eagles, but the Eagles think and play otherwise. Peachtree Ridge if you’re smart you’ll lay off the turkey and dressing this week because in the MAC we play Hard!, Hit You Hard, and Win Hard!!!
GHS#22
November 24th, 2009
12:49 pm
Roswell was no where near the toughest D Grayson has faced………..
I think who ever say that was trying to make Roswell fill better
NSWR Eagle 98
November 24th, 2009
12:50 pm
i meant to say every team that strives for “Perfection” not protection.
LHS
November 24th, 2009
1:03 pm
Alright. Either way, Lassiter is still in the hunt and I’m not sure, but they are one of only a few UNDEFEATED contenders. I don’t care who you played in the regular season…this is the third round of the playoffs and Lassiter has put around 130 points on the board vs. playoff teams thus far in only two games! Has any other team accomplished that?
cchswildcat86
November 24th, 2009
1:12 pm
Hmmmm….NSWR at home,Hall of fame coach,rich storied tradition of winning(young teams feed off this) vs talented ptr team thats a contender every year….. nswr 17 ptr 10
NEWNAN POP
November 24th, 2009
1:27 pm
Fred … thanks for the directions to Grayson. Like the comments you’ve been making except the one about…well you know Newnan losing. I’ve watched four films on Grayson and grinding out a score is what they do best. Roswell lost the game for themselves last week, the only reason Grayson won. Grayson will not explode against Newnan’s top of the state defense. Newnan will be passing all night long on the slow Grayson defense. It will be a tight game. However, whoever makes the FIRST mistake will lose. Can’t wait for the game….
dakotah
November 24th, 2009
1:29 pm
White Trash-i was pointing out camden is finaly gettuing more respect
Overrated1AAAAA
November 24th, 2009
1:40 pm
Whatever, EAGLE 1, and the rest – Your creampuff overrated region was gonna send four teams to the finals last year, in reality none made it into the semis, two of the four were slaughtered and Lowndes was so humiliated they started a fight. That Wienie Robbins 10-0 loss to Grayson doesn’t mean you’re competitive with anyone, Grayson plays to win by ten. If they’re two scores ahead they’ll run three times and punt so their D can get some playing time. Obviously you couldn’t score so they didn’t need to score more than 10. Bottom line you’re only great in your own minds and when you play each other. You know what kind of regions have all these tough competitive games? The kind where no one is great, they’re all mediocre so they have a lot of close games, like Wienie Robbins – Northside Wienie Robbins earlier this year.
justinfh88
November 24th, 2009
1:53 pm
leslie22h-
I am not sure why south teams..or Any Team not in the ATLANTA area cries about getting news coverage. I hate to tell you but it is a ATLANTA based paper..not a Georgia Paper..
justinfh88
November 24th, 2009
1:56 pm
GHS#22- Grayaon only scored two offenseive touchdowns on Roswell. Everything else was either a feild goal or a run back. your Offence is not has great as you think it is. and if it wasnt for the 4-7 non calls of holding that score would not be what is was.
White Trash
November 24th, 2009
2:03 pm
dakotah- Ok, just making sure.
LHS – Has your team played any good defenses like a Newnan, Camden, NSWR Grayson. Don’t think so, They wont be able to do that against a team with all around speed on ‘D’.
LHS
November 24th, 2009
2:20 pm
“White Trash” – your name says it all…that’s all you talk is “Trash”. We are faster and much stronger than you might think. Best of luck to everyone in the next round Friday night!
White Trash
November 24th, 2009
2:34 pm
LHS- Great comeback, haha. You might be right about your team, this friday will be a true test for yall. But this is my opinion, I just don’t think you have played anyone, no direpect to the other teams you played, but the real powerhouses are now playing and will see how you and the rest of the teams fair out. Good luck to all.
Quinn of the Ridge
November 24th, 2009
3:10 pm
SouthGArules- I wasn’t trying to attack you, I’ve just been puzzled by the wide range of statements you’ve made on us. About Cameron Heyward, yeah, he was a freak. I’ve never seen such a dominant player and he will probably end up being a 1-2 round draft pick when he leaves Ohio St.
The Term “Peachtree Ridged”. I’d like to point out last year in the playoffs, Coffee County came to Suwanee and went home 38-0 (Who woulda thought that the backups, JV players, and even some Freshmen would play in the third round of the playoffs), we don’t have a term “Coffee County’d”, It can happen to any team on a long busride.
The NSWR-PRHS game. I am shocked by the 35-17 and 28-10 predictions. I’m pretty sure it will be a very low scoring game, as both teams have stronger defenses than offenses. I think Peachtree Ridge will come closer than 18 points of winning
, but I could be wrong if we shoot ourselves in the foot multiple times like we did at Lowndes. I think it will be a good game, I give NSWR the edge since they are at home, but I think the Lions will bring their A game and could definitely win if we we play our best.
I personally think Camden is the best team in the state right now. If they get through North Gwinnett this week, I predict they will win it all, and certainly make the Finals. (Sorry Colquitt/Lassiter).
GriffinMBABulldawg
November 24th, 2009
3:18 pm
Warhawk’s employer may want to submit his name for drug testing if he really thinks Apalachee will win the AAAA state championship. Apalachee’s Cinderella season comes to a violent and abrupt halt on Friday night when the superior speed, talent and tradition of the Griffin Bears come to Barrow County.
Friday night will be a bad night for Gwinnett and Cobb teams. Camden beats North Gwinnett. Newnan whips Grayson. Colquitt County takes down Lassiter. Northside downs Peachtree Ridge.
I didn’t understand how Lassiter, a team with a dismal football history, suddenly become a force. Then I saw that Coach Lindsey came in from Hoover. Not sure playing a region schedule with perpetually weak Cobb County schools has prepared the Trojans to go up against a South Georgia school that plays serious smash mouth football. He deserves many accolades for what he has accomplished, but I think the curtain is going to fall on Lassiter’s season.
SportsFan31313
November 24th, 2009
3:24 pm
Hoya Chuck,
I like some of your picks:
But Northside Warner Robins is too much for the Ridge. Take NSWR Eagles.
Camden County will run the table on North Gwinette.
Colquitt County Defense will show Lassiter what it’s like to get hit by that defense. Lassiter will not score the points that they have been scoring when they were playing against those Metro Atlanta teams. Ask Stephenson.Take the Colquitt County Packers.
Now Grayson is a different story. I believe that this will be a show down battle between the two. But Grayson will prevail.
Colquitt County Underdog
November 24th, 2009
3:28 pm
LHS- none of the Packers play both ways. conditioning will not be a problem. im not reading that much into the scrimmage but from what other fans have been telling me, we matchup very favorably to Lassiter in terms of team speed and athleticism. i doubt the Lassiter players have gotten much faster and stronger in 3 months.
I just think Coach Propst has the edge over Coach Lindsey. plain and simple. im not really sure if i will be able to make the trip to Marietta since my family from North Carolina is visiting for Thanksgiving but good luck and i intend to watch the game on GPB if i cant go.
on a side note, i think this is North Gwinnett’s year. Hutson Mason is a great QB but CJ Uzomah is a monster with his arm strength and running threat.
LHS
November 24th, 2009
3:38 pm
Colquitt County Underdog: You may be right. In regards to players going both ways…one of your fellow fans posted a note saying they did. May the best team win…it will be fun, win or lose. Good luck to all
Colquitt County Underdog
November 24th, 2009
3:52 pm
the only time any CC players play both ways is when the offense is in the Wildcat package. we then use a couple of d-linemen as tight ends but 90% of the time they strictly play defense.
inthatrenches
November 24th, 2009
4:30 pm
white trash, I was simply pointing out it is not Newnan defense that let them down in 08 and obviously he did not watch the first half?? cchswildcat is trying to cite history, when it does not apply….03 or 05?… I refuse to bring up old Cougar teams when addressing this team….
the history for this defense has resumed from last year they have returned the whole defense ,they are 25-1; that is current history….. the offense has 11 new starters that is Newnan’s weak point but for some reason the ghosts of 03 or 05 will haunt… in someone’s brilliant mind ??? LOL
Observer
November 24th, 2009
4:47 pm
I hate that some of yall think P ridge will get Murdered by NSWR
hsfootball fan
November 24th, 2009
4:51 pm
what about in 07?newnan lost to NG at home, the offenses wasnt there problem they scored 35 and lost. Newnan has a great team but show us in round 3.
inthatrenches
November 24th, 2009
4:54 pm
hsfootball fan Name one member of this team(Newnan) that was on the 03 or 05 team… even the coaches are not the same… Let me ask you a question. How would these 17-18 year olds have ANYTHING to do with the 03 or 05 team? History is just that…… history…. look at any teams history…according to idiot logic… no one but Valdosta should win the state championship …….after all their history is greater than anyone else’s……..Oh wait Valdosta lost? (not their proud history) but a high school game on a friday night in “November 2009″ GET A CLUE….
Fred
November 24th, 2009
5:05 pm
justinfh88,
Sometimes its the offense and sometimes its the defense but at the end of the game its the total points that count. For what its worth, Roswell didn’t generate near the offense Grayson did. It happens. Some accept it and some don’t. I help coach some youth sports and have learned that the game is the sum of ALL of the plays. For every call you feel went against Roswell, there was another that went against Grayson – either an active call or a call that was missed. I felt the refs tried to let the boys play even though I didn’t like what they did or did not call.
I’m not sure what team you are for but if it is Newnan and you truly believe Grayson does not have a powerful offense, Friday night is probably going to be a long night for you.
inthatrenches
November 24th, 2009
5:06 pm
hsfootball fan the 07 defensive squad had I believe 5 or 6 sophomores starting on defense the offense of 07 was the same (group) of seniors that graduated last year…. North Gwinnett had a great game and they were better on both sides of the ball…in 07….I acknowledge that… in 08 they met a tremendous defense….lets talk current…..Round 3’s opponent is strong as a matter of fact in 09 they have beaten Camden and Warner Robbins… It will be a great team Newnan will play and they have Newnan’s respect…
GO PACK GO
November 24th, 2009
5:24 pm
LHS: I didn’t say we did. I stated we may see that this weekend. I don’t think Rush Propst has shown us everything yet. Nothing will surprise me from either side Friday night.
Fred
November 24th, 2009
5:40 pm
NEWNAN POP,
I left off one direction. When coming I285N from I20, do not take the Memorial Drive exit even though maps/GPS will direct you to. Go two exits north to the Stone Mountain Freeway exit and go east. It will be quicker and Memorial Drive has had its challenges in recent years. St Mtn Fwy will turn back into US78 and take you to Snellville and on to the stadium.
I think both teams are great teams. It is easy to say Roswell beat themselves but a good defense creates opportunities for itself and its offense as you well know. It is no secret that our middle pass defense has been less than stellar all year but they looked much better last week. I have watched our safety run people down when I did not think it was going to be possible. There were some size mismatches on the corners for us last week (where DOES Roswell get those big guys from?
) and our guys did really well. Yep, they got beat a few times but more often than not they made the play. I have said all along that I expect it to be a very hard and close game.
Talk about can’t wait for the game….. With vacation and holidays, today was my Friday and I’m ready for the game TONIGHT!
SanityRules
November 24th, 2009
5:47 pm
Newnan did not lose the ‘07 playoff game at home, it was at Tara stadium.GHSA stole it from us (stadium was not big enough) BULL…. We have an excellent football team.If Grayson feel like its going be a walk in the park, then they will get a rude awakening. We are a hard hitting football team . We have pride and tradition and yes hsfootball,we have played in the championship game against Warner Robins in’81.
cane fan
November 24th, 2009
6:02 pm
FITZGERALD WILL DISMANTLE CALLAWAY BY 3-5 TD’s
Fred
November 24th, 2009
6:03 pm
SanityRules,
I don’t know anyone other than perhaps a few overly enthusiatic students that think Newnan will be a walk in the park. I have a lot of respect for your program. I do believe in our program and I do think we have a good chance of coming out ahead. I have to believe Newnan’s supporters feel the same way. I expect to see a hard hitting close game. If it is a run away by either team, I will shocked. I won’t predict the final score but I am on record as saying Grayson by 3. I can’t wait for the game. Like Newnan Pop said, the team with mistakes loses. See you at the game!