Back to pads for MCHS Red Raiders

The real test comes Aug. 13, as the Red Raiders take on Hart County on the road. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m.

The Hart County scrimmage will also test the Madison County change in offense to a short game approach. Without relying as much on option offense as last season, the team will rely heavily on the quarterback for control.

Hart County will provide a benchmark for where the team is at and how far is left to go before the Red Raiders face what will be one of the toughest games of the season.

Newcomer to class AAAA, Flowery Branch, makes its debut in the region against Madison County on Aug. 27.

With several days still ahead before the first region game, Owens and the Red Raiders have plenty of time left to practice. Owens said they players have a strong work ethic and get along well.

Also still ahead is the Red vs. Gray inner-squad scrimmage. The scrimmage has been rescheduled for Thursday, Aug. 19 at Red Raider stadium.

Played as a double header, the first game with the Madison County Middle School team taking on the ninth grade team kicks off at 5 p.m. Following, the junior varsity takes on the varsity at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $4 at the gate.