On Friday, Toombs County traveled four hours north to Rockmart High School in Polk County to face the Rockmart Yellow Jackets in the third round of the Class AA State Playoffs.
The Dogs took the opening kickoff and started moving the ball through the air. After Junior TJ Stanley completed back-to-back passes to Junior LaGonza Heyward and Senior Keshon Deloach, the Toombs drive stalled, and the Dogs punted the ball away. Rockmart took the ball and ground out a drive to the Bulldog 8-yard line. The Dogs held the Yellow Jackets, who then settled for a 25-yard field goal to take an early 3-0 lead with 5:28 to play in the opening quarter.
On the Dogs’ next drive, the Yellow Jackets picked off a Toombs County pass and returned it for another Yellow Jackets score, going up 10-0. Toombs answered back on their next drive. Stanley hit Deloach on a screen pass that Deloach raced 76 yards for a Bulldog touchdown. Senior Braylen Dietrich connected on his point after to pull within 10-7 with 2:56 to go in the first. On the Yellow Jackets’ next drive, they benefited from two penalties that converted third downs into first downs. Rockmart later scored on a 15-yard touchdown pass, taking a 17-7 lead in the second quarter.
Rockmart added another touchdown on an 8-yard run with six minutes to play in the half, increasing their lead to 24-7. The Dogs drove the field on big plays by Mike Polke, who ran for a 48-yard gain and caught a 25-yard fourth-down pass to the Yellow Jacket 8. Stanley appeared to score a touchdown on a third and fourth down goal-line surge up the middle, but the officials ruled that Stanley did not break the goal line. Rockmart took over, and the halftime score stood at 24-7 Rockmart.
The Dogs tried to mount a comeback late in the game, with Stanley throwing touchdown passes to Hayden Roy and an 80-yard pass to Heyward. In the end, Rockmart held the lead, and the Dogs’ season came to an end with an amazing 11-2 record. Stanley had a career day, completing 20/33 passes for 333 yards and 3 scores. Deloach also had a career-high 10 receptions for 128 yards and a touchdown. The Dogs were projected to finish the season at 5-6 in the preseason by various news sites.
A complete rundown of Toombs County’s dominant season will be out later this week. Congratulations to Head Coach Buddy Martin, his staff, and the players who made this season magical for all of us in Lyons, Georgia.(Courtesy of Toombs County Athletics)
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November 27-- Here are the latest sports schedules and scores for the week.
Monday, November 27
Tuesday, November 28
Basketball: Montgomery County 53, Citizens Christian Academy 37 Girls
Montgomery County 59, Citizens Christian Academy 48 Boys
Bacon County 53, Toombs County 31 Girls
Toombs County 76, Bacon County 48 Boys
Treutlen 56, ECI 53 F/OT Girls
Treutlen 92, ECI 41 Boys
Wednesday, November 29
Thursday, November 30
Football: Bulldogs Live 7:06pm (WTCQ-FM, 97.7, Classic Hits, 98Q)
Friday, December 1
Football: RTCA vs Flint River Academy 2:00pm (GIAA Class A State Championship at Mercer University-Macon) (News Talk WVOP-AM 970 & FM 105.3)
Swainsboro at Brooks County 7:30pm (GHSA Class A Division I State Semi-Finals) (WXRS 93.5 FM, The Rocket)
Basketball: Jenkins County at Treutlen Girls 6:00pm & Boys 7:30pm
Wrestling: Yellow Jacket Duals- Jeff Davis 4:00pm
Saturday, December 2
Football: Georgia vs Alabama 4:00pm (SEC Championship-Atlanta) (WTCQ-FM, 97.7, Classic Hits, 98Q)
Basketball: Dooly County at Treutlen Girls 6:00pm & Boys 7:30pm
Wrestling: Yellow Jacket Duals- Jeff Davis 9:00am
Sunday, December 3
Football: Falcons at Jets 1:00pm (News Talk WVOP-AM 970 & FM 105.3)
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The Vidalia Indians dropped a hard fought game on Tuesday night by the score of 68-65 to wrap up the STC-Tip-Off Classic. Veterans HS took advantage of a tough shooting night by the Indians. Jayon Coleman had a spectacular night leading the way with 30 points on his way to a breakout performance.The Indians defense was stifling at times and the group played with tremednous energy. The Indians will be back in action at 7:30pm Tuesday December 5th at home.(Courtesy of Vidalia Athletics)
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The Toombs County MatDawgs were put to the test in their first outing of the season last Friday as they traveled to Walnut Grove High School (4A). As the smallest school represented there, the MatDawgs brought the fight, going 2-2 on the night.
The first match was against Hillgrove (7A). A hard fought battle, but the MatDawgs fell 8 points from the victory. The MatDawgs had decisive dual victories in their next two duals (Madison County-4A and Dacula-7A). In the final dual of the evening the MatDawgs went toe to toe with the host team, Walnut Grove (4A). In the end, the MatDawgs dropped another dual, going 2-2 on the night.
“I knew this event would be a test early on for us. We have some holes because of our football team performing well in the playoffs and most of our guys are not at the correct weights yet. We need this type of competition if we are planning to see the success we want this season. Failure is only going to make us more hungry!”, Coach Allen said about the event.
The shining star of the night was the MatDawgs 120 lb. freshman, Wyatt Bunch. Wyatt was undefeated on the night and showed maturity well above his age. “Wyatt is a special wrestler. He has wrestled for a long time at a very high level and doesn’t wrestle like a freshman. We already expect Wyatt to be a leader on this team and continue to get better each and every time he competes.”, says Coach Allen of the young wrestler.
Toombs Co. (34) vs. Hillgrove (42)
106 – Double forfeit
113 – Lopez, Jahir win by pin
120 – Bunch, Wyatt win by pin
126 – Brannen, Clark loss by major dec.
132 – Smith, Nick loss by pin
138 – Agzigian, Bruce win by pin
144 – Vetter, Dylan loss by pin
150 – Brantley win by pin
157 – Crow, Sebastian win by dec.
165 – Wilds, Gailan win by dec.
175 – Benton, Camrin loss by pin
190 – Worth, Levi loss by pin
215 – Whittaker, Ryan loss by pin
285 – Toombs Forfeit
Toombs Co. (60) vs Dacula (11)
106 – Double forfeit
113 – Lopez, Jahir win by forfeit
120 – Bunch, Wyatt win by major dec.
126 – Brannen, Clark win by dec.
132 – Smith, Nick win by forfeit
138 – Agzigian, Bruce win by pin
144 – Vetter, Dylan win by pin
150 – Brantley, Tyson loss by tech fall
157 – Crow, Sebastian win by forfeit
165 – Wilds, Gailan win by pin
175 – Benton, Camrin win by pin
190 – Worth, Levi win by pin
215 – Whittaker, Ryan win by forfeit
285 – Toombs Forfeit
Toombs Co. (50) vs. Madison Co. (16)
106 – Double forfeit
113 – Lopez, Jahir loss by pin
120 – Bunch, Wyatt win by forfeit
126 – Brannen, Clark win by forfeit
132 – Smith, Nick win by forfeit
138 – Agzigian, Bruce win by forfeit
144 – Brantley, Tyson loss by dec.
150 – Double forfeit
157 – Crow, Sebastian win by dec.
165 – Wilds, Gailan win by dec.
175 – Benton, Camrin win by pin
190 – Worth, Levi win by forfeit
215 – Whittaker, Ryan win by forfeit
285 – Toombs Forfeit
Toombs Co. (24) vs. Walnut Grove (51)
106 – Double forfeit
113 – Lopez, Jahir win by forfeit
120 – Bunch, Wyatt win by forfeit
126 – Brannen, Clark loss by dec.
132 – Smith, Nick loss by pin
138 – Vetter, Dylan win by pin
144 – Agzigian, Bruce win by pin
150 – Brantley, Tyson loss by pin
157 – Crow, Sebastian loss by pin
165 – Wilds, Gailan loss by dec.
175 – Benton, Camrin loss by pin
190 – Worth, Levi loss by pin
215 – Whittaker, Ryan loss by pin
285 – Toombs Forfeit
(Courtesy of Toombs County Athletics)
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Toombs County Bulldogs Esports Teams Secure Spots in GHSA State Playoffs for Fall 2023!
Splatoon 3 Team Aims for Greater Heights
In an exciting development, the powerhouse Toombs County Bulldogs Varsity Splatoon 3 Team has clinched their place in the upcoming PlayVS State Playoffs for the Fall 2023 season. This achievement adds to their consistent track record, having qualified since the team's inception.
After a remarkable State Runner-Up finish in Fall 2022 and a 3rd Place ranking at the GHSA State Championships in Spring 2023, the team is setting its sights even higher for the playoffs. Unrestricted by classifications or regions, the Splatoon 3 Team enters the playoffs as the formidable 2nd ranked team in the entire state of Georgia, proving that their skill transcends school size.
An intriguing note for esports enthusiasts: Only the top two teams survive to reach the PlayVS State Championships. Save the date for the first round of the Fall 2023 Splatoon 3 playoffs on Monday, November 27th, and witness the thrilling journey on the team's Twitch channel: ToombsEsports Twitch Channel.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Team Ready for GHSA State Playoffs
The Toombs County Bulldogs Esports Mario Kart 8 Deluxe team is gearing up for the GHSA State Playoffs in the Fall 2023 season. With a consistent presence over four seasons, the team has showcased their skills, reaching the quarter-finals in Fall 2022 and the second round in Spring 2023.
In the fiercely competitive GHSA, where there are no classifications and regions, the team proudly secures the 4th ranked position, the only AA school in the top five. Facing off against three AAAAAAA teams ahead, the Bulldogs are poised for an intense battle for a coveted spot in the GHSA state championships on December 15th, which only the top four teams will qualify for.
Follow their playoff journey by tuning in to live matches on the team's Twitch channel: ToombsEsports Twitch Channel and stay updated on results through their Facebook page: Toombs Esports Facebook Page. Your support is invaluable as they strive for victory in the upcoming playoffs!
(Courtesy of Toombs County Athletics)
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