Class A Upper State Final Preview
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The 1A Upper State championship will pit a traditional power against the hottest team in the classification, and offers one of the most intriguing matchups left in the playoffs. Lamar (9-3) will host Southside Christian (12-0) in what, on paper,…
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Continue ReadingThe 1A Upper State championship will pit a traditional power against the hottest team in the classification, and offers one of the most intriguing matchups left in the playoffs.
Lamar (9-3) will host Southside Christian (12-0) in what, on paper, seems destined to be a slugfest. The Silver Foxes’ stout defense allows just 16 points per game on the year, led by Jamiek Dukes’ 110 tackles, with Gabriel McCallister adding 105 stops. Southside Christian’s defense, though, allows a near-unbelievable 4.5 points per contest. Talented DT Michael Kennedy Michael Kennedy 6'2" | 280 lbs | DL Southside Christian | 2022 State SC leads the way up front for the Sabres.
Offensively, Patrick Anderson has handled much of the load for Lamar, including in the third round victory over Ridge Spring-Monetta, rushing for 219 yards and a pair of touchdowns. QB Tyler McManus has also looked good for the Foxes.
Ja’Corey Martin Ja’Corey Martin 6'1" | 170 lbs | QB Southside Christian | 2023 State SC makes it go for Southside Christian, as the dual-threat QB has led the Sabres all season, including in last week’s 28-6 win over Calhoun County. Martin rushed for a pair of TDs in the game, with Jayvion Sherman and Kylar Zimmerman adding touchdown runs for Southside Christian.