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Jefferson loses to Lovett in second playoff round

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Brandon Reed
Wednesday, November 26. 2008
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The Dragon Nation saw their hopes for a trip to the Georgia Dome dashed Friday night, as the Dragons fell for the first time all year, losing 34-24 to the Lovett Lions in freezing temperatures.

The Dragons ended their season with an 11-1 overall record, and went undefeated in nine games in region play. Jefferson picked up their first region title since 1977 in their first season of 8-AA play. [Full Story »] 

The Party's Over - Dragons fall to Lovett 34-24

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Brandon Reed
Friday, November 21. 2008
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The 2008 football season came to an end Friday night for the Jefferson Dragons, as they fell to the Lovett Lions 34-24 in the second round of playoff action.

Despite the loss, it was a dream season for the Dragon Nation, as Jefferson went 11-1, winning their first region title since 1977.

The game was tight from the beginning, with Jefferson striking first with a field goal, then moving out to a ten point advantage. [Full Story »] 

Live Updates From Jefferson Begin at 7:30

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Brandon Reed
Friday, November 21. 2008
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MainStreet News Sports.com live update coverage of football playoff round two from Jefferson, as the Dragons take on the Lovett Lions, will begin at 7:30.

Check back for updates on plays, scores and all the action as the Dragons look to push pass Lovett, and move one step closer to a trip to the Georgia Dome.

Updates will be listed below.

NOTE THERE IS A SLIGHT DELAY FROM THE FIELD TO UPLOAD TO THE WEB.

Please excuse any spelling errors as it is very hard to type with gloves on and it is very cold. Thank you. [note from the editor.]

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7:20 P.M. - Live coverage is set to begin momentarily.


7:30 the Dragons win the coin flip and elect to receive in the second half.

[Full Story »] 

Blue Out - Live Updates From Jefferson Tonight

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Brandon Reed
Friday, November 21. 2008
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Supporters are calling for everyone to wear blue tonight, as they hope to make it a Blue Friday for Lovett at Memorial Stadium in Jefferson.

The Dragons hope to take another step towards the Georgia Dome tonight by defeating the Lions in second round football playoff action.

Kick-off in Jefferson is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

MainStreet Sports will be carrying live updates from the game all evening, beginning with kick-off. Check back throughout the game for big plays, scores and photos from the sidelines in Jefferson.

Jefferson hosts Lovett in playoff round two Friday

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Brandon Reed
Wednesday, November 19. 2008
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For the first half of last Friday’s round one playoff contest between the Jefferson Dragons and the Coosa Eagles, it looked like Coosa could still find a way to rain on Jefferson’s parade, as they held the region 8-AA champs to a ten-point lead going into the third quarter.

But the Dragons turned up the heat, and came away with a whopping 31-13 victory to advance to the second round of playoff action.

The win means Jefferson extends its win streak to 11 in a row, the longest in school history. [Full Story »] 

Friday Night Lights for November 14

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Staff Writer
Friday, November 14. 2008
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Banks Co.		@ Calhoun
Banks County -0
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Calhoun -63
The Leopards dreams are dashed after a first round loss to Yellow Jackets.

Commerce		@ Wilkinson Co.
Commerce -7
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Wilkinson County - 21
Wilkinson County strikes for touchdowns of 60 and 75 yards in first-round victory over TIgers.

Apalachee		@ Rome
Apalachee - 8
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Rome - 16
The season ends for the Wildcats with a loss in Rome.

Jefferson		vs. Coosa
Jefferson - 31
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Coosa -13
Dragons prove themselves to all doubters by thrashing Eagles in round one. Jefferson will host Lovett on Friday.

Pigskins Pickers for games starting November 14, 2008

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Staff Writer
Thursday, November 13. 2008
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Sports writers for MainStreet Newspapers make their picks for this week. The Pigskin Pickers will be posted online each week. High school, college and NFL games will be forecast.

SportswriterBen Munro
The Madison County Journal		Justin Poole
The Banks County News		Zach Mitcham
The Madison County Journal		Chris Bridges
Barrow Journal		Brandon Reed
The Jackson Herald		Kristi Reed
The Braselton News
Banks Co.
vs.
@ Calhoun		CalhounBanksCalhounBanksCalhounBanks
Commerce
vs.
@ Wilkinson Co.
Wilkinson CountyCommerceWilkinson CountyCommerceWilkinson CountyCommerce
Apalachee
vs.
@ Rome		RomeRomeRomeApalacheeRomeApalachee
Jefferson
vs.
Coosa		JeffersonJeffersonJeffersonJeffersonJeffersonJefferson
UGA
vs.
@ Auburn		UGAUGAUGAUGAUGAUGA
South Carolina
vs.
@ Florida
FloridaFloridaFloridaFloridaFloridaFlorida
Vanderbilt
vs.
@ Kentucky		KentuckyKentuckyKentuckyVanderbiltKentuckyVanderbilt
Duke
vs.
@ Clemson		ClemsonClemsonClemsonDukeClemsonDuke
Boston College
vs.
@ Wake Forest		Wake ForestWake ForestWake ForestWake ForestWake ForestWake Forest
Atlanta
vs.
Denver		DenverDenverAtlantaAtlantaDenverAtlanta




Dragons Playoff Tickets Now On Sale

Posted by
Brandon Reed
Wednesday, November 12. 2008
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Tickets for Friday night's round one playoff game in Jefferson against the Coosa Eagles are being pre-sold, according to JHS officials.

The reason, the school says, is that some passes may not be honored in the post season.

Officials want everyone to have the opportunity to take in Friday night's game.

Tickets will be on sale on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 2-4 p.m. at the front office at Jefferson High School.

Game time Friday night is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

Friday Night Lights for November 7

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Staff Writer
Friday, November 7. 2008
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Banks Co.		@ Union Co.

Banks County -34
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Union County -13
The Leopards defeat Union County, while a Fannin loss sends Banks County to the playoffs.

Commerce		@ Prince Avenue
Commerce -22
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Prince Avenue - 12
Tigers now prepare for the post season after rounding regular season out with a win.

East Jackson		vs. Jefferson
East Jackson -0
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Jefferson -48
Dragons enter post season play with a perfect season record.

Jackson Co.		vs. Stephens Co.
Jackson County -0
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Stephens County -35
Indians win ending a long season for the Panthers.

Madison Co.		vs. Clarke Central
Madison County -7
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Clarke Central -19
Raiders fall to Clarke Central in regular season finale.

Winder-Barrow		vs. Loganville
Winder-Barrow -7
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Loganville -19
Bulldoggs end season with loss to Loganville.

Apalachee		@ Salem
Apalachee -23
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Salem -7
The Wildcats ride a win into the postseason.

Friday Night Lights for October 31

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Staff Writer
Friday, October 31. 2008
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Banks Co.		@ Oglethorpe

Banks County -42
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Oglethorpe County -20
The Leopards are almost tricked on Halloween, but a 4th quarter rally gives Banks County the victory.

Commerce		vs. Social Circle
Commerce - 21
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Social Circle - 7
Commerce scores 21 unanswered points to grab Senior night victory.

East Jackson		vs. Dawson Co.
East Jackson -28
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Dawson County -21
East Jackson grabs third win of the season with Halloween victory.

Jackson Co.		vs. Oconee Co.
Jackson County -17
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Oconee County -44
Jackson County falls to Oconee County at home.

Jefferson		vs. North Oconee.
Jefferson -17
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North Oconee -16
North Oconee almost pulled out a last second trick, but a botched PAT treated Jefferson to a lock on the region title.

Madison Co.		vs.
Apalachee
Madison County -35
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Apalachee -55
Wildcats win offensive shootout, wrapup playoff spot.

Winder-Barrow		@ Clarke Central.
Winder-Barrow -13
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Clarke Central -52
Bulldoggs unable to keep track with Region 8-AAAA co-leader on the road in Athens.














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