The G.A.S. Pump (Sept 30)
October 1st, 2007 Posted in College Volleyball, College Football, Georgia, High School Volleyball, High School FootballTime to fill ‘er up at The Georgia Amateur Sports (G.A.S.) Pump, brought to you by LocalReplay.com. Enjoy our daily look at amateur sports headlines from around the State of Georgia. Click on the following links to find:
High School Football
Retrospective:The Weekend in Review| ajc.com
Remember the team that won Class AAAAA in 2004 and 2005? That’s what Lowndes, the team in question, is forcing fans across the state to do. Its 42-13 rout of No. 2-ranked Coffee, coupled with No. 1 Norcross’ 26-14 loss to Peachtree Ridge, shows that the classification is wide-open.
Laney’s Extra Work Pays Off| augustachronicle.com
Laney beat Swainsboro for the first time ever. The school’s 4-0 start is the best since 2002, when it made it to the Class AAA semifinals. The Wildcats shut out the Tigers who were averaging 42 points per game. Laney’s 3-0 victory on Friday was a testament to defense.
Jackson steps up in second half to key TCS win | The Courier Herald Online
For the third time in the last twelve months, Trinity Christian (4-1) knocked off the Valwood Valiants (4-1) from Valdosta. Ben Snipes’ defense took charge early, and Colby Jackson broke loose in the third quarter leading the Crusaders to a 35-0 win, Friday night at Cleve Warnock Field.
Oconee County finding identity | onlineathens.com
Oconee County coach Nick Saltaformaggio will celebrate a birthday later this week. Instead of turning a year older, after last night’s game, he feels as though he’s aged 15 years. The Warriors (2-3, 1-0 Region 8-AAA) scored a fourth-quarter touchdown to secure a 7-0 victory over Franklin County (2-3, 0-1 Region 8-AAA). Last year, the Lions shut out Oconee County 31-0 for the first victory in seven meetings, dating back to 1984.
Effingham County Falls in Overtime | savannahnow.com
Effingham County was on the cusp of breaking the losing streak it was enduring halfway through the season.The Rebels had fought back from a 14-point deficit late in the fourth quarter and forced overtime at home against GHSA Region 3-AAAA foe Evans, but luck ran out on Effingham County as the Rebels were unable to repeat the fourth quarter heroics.
Jackets Let One Slip Away | statesboroherald.com
Tharon Davis had 22 carries for 219 yards and three touchdowns, and the Southeast Bulloch Yellow Jackets (1-4, 0-2 Region 3-AA) got the ball back down 21-20 with 1:57 to go in the game after stopping the Westside (Augusta) Patriots on fourth down, but couldn’t capitalize as they dropped their second-straight region game in front of a capacity homecoming crowd Friday.
College Football
Wildcats Muscle Up on Tigers | macontelegraph.com
Eddie Young smiled as though the answer to the question about facing a freshman quarterback was obvious.”I was smelling blood before the kickoff,” Fort Valley State’s junior cornerback said.
Eagles Come Alive | macontelegraph.com
Looking nothing like the team that lost to Chattanooga last week, Georgia Southern got the breakout game it has been looking for Saturday afternoon as it handled Western Carolina 50-21. The last time the Eagles (3-1, 1-1 Southern Conference) topped the half century mark was in 2005 when they beat Morehead State 63-17, and Saturday’s rout sent the Paulson Stadium crowd of 15,486 home in a good mood.
Eagles Rebound, Dominate Cats in Win | statesboroherald.com
Under a crystal blue sky, Georgia Southern washed away any lingering disappointment from last week’s loss with an effort Eagle players and coaches considered their best yet. A balanced offensive attack and an improved defense fueled GSU to its third win of the season as the Eagles rolled to a 50-21 Southern Conference victory over Western Carolina Saturday in front of 15,486 fans at Paulson Stadium.
Homecoming Hurts: Wolves fall apart late | times-georgian.com
For three quarters Saturday, the University of West Georgia football team played the best defense it had all season long during its Homecoming contest with Henderson State. Unfortunately for the Wolves, that would all unravel in the final 15 minutes of the Gulf South Conference affair at Grisham Stadium, as the game - not to mention their 17-10 lead - spiraled out of control and turned into a 37-17 final marred by missed opportunities and frustration.
Homecoming Win for VSU | valdostadailytimes.com
For the second straight week, the Valdosta State Blazers had a less than stellar first half, causing concern for coaches heading into the locker room. Fortunately for the Blazers, the Valdosta State football team was able to overcome the slow start, and picked up a 31-3 victory against Ouachita Baptist at Bazemore-Hyder Stadium Saturday afternoon.
Terry turns in big performance for the Blazers | valdostadailytimes.com
The Valdosta State Blazers have been known for years for their fun-and-gun offense, throwing the ball hundreds of times per game. Now say hello to the running game and it’s new star attraction, Michael Terry.
High School Softball
Region softball showdown set for Monday | macontelegraph.com
It may not get any bigger in this area than the Houston County-Warner Robins rivalry in softball. The two schools are not only city rivals but GHSA Region 1-AAAAA foes. And after last year, there’s no confusion on why.
High School Volleyball
Ferrell sisters have been fixtures at Newnan High School for 8 years | times-herald.com
For the past eight years there has been a Ferrell, or two, on the Newnan High School sidelines, in dugouts or on the volleyball courts. Sisters Kati, Cassie and Claire have not only been student trainers, scorekeepers and players, but their friendliness has made them amazingly good ambassadors for Newnan High School in the process.
College Volleyball
VSU Volleyball Falls | valdostadailytimes.com
On Homecoming Saturday, Valdosta State’s volleyball team fell to Alabama-Huntsville in four sets at The Complex. Each game was close, but the Chargers were able to pull out the 3-1 win. UAH lost the first game 30-25, but won the next three 30-26, 30-26, 31-29.
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