Georgia High School Football Season Kicks Off with Thrilling Matches and Notable Upsets

Georgia kicked off the 2024 high school football season last week, showing that despite some tough weather, excitement was in the air. A host of programs in the Peach State took to the field, with many high-stakes games leading to some notable outcomes.

In one of the standout matches, Milton managed to edge past Buford with a narrow 13-10 victory. This win has boosted the Eagles’ ranking, as they moved up six spots and they’re now eyeing the top position in the state. But, they have a tough challenge ahead as they gear up to face American Heritage from Florida this Friday, a team that is nationally recognized.

Langston Hughes and Colquitt County also marked strong starts to their seasons. Colquitt County, currently ranked No. 25 nationally, opened with a convincing 45-28 win over Salt Lake City West from Utah, and will host Monroe, which is coming off a heavy loss. Mill Creek joined the ranks of the winning teams as well, defeating Lambert 56-26 on the road. They will now visit Norcross, a matchup that many are looking forward to, given that both teams are highly ranked.

Meanwhile, the Trojans from Carrollton secured a 24-14 win over Woodward Academy despite challenging weather conditions. They are set to play their home opener against Columbia out of Decatur this Friday. Coffee High School stunned Bainbridge in one of the week’s biggest blowouts, winning 59-6.

This season is shaping up to be an exciting one, with many teams showing their strength early on. Schools such as Rome, Douglas County, and Buford are all looking to build momentum as they continue their quest towards a state title.

As the games keep rolling in, keep an eye on the top 25 teams in Georgia as ranked by the On3 Massey Ratings. These ratings take into account game outcomes, strength of schedule, and margin of victory. With many matchups planned this week, fans will certainly be treated to some thrilling high school football.