The ninth grade Ware County Gators football team lost to tough game today to the Brunswick Pirates by a score of 26-15.
Offensively, the Gators started hit with two straight scoring drives, each capped off with with TD passes from Isaiah White to Ja’Londi O’Hara. M’khi Perry, Semaj Turner and Brandon Young all had catches as well. Turnovers hurt the Gators throughout the rest of the game as we had three costly fumbles.
Defensively, the Gators played hard but struggled to keep contain most of the game. With 4 minutes left in the game, a big interception by Brandon Young gave the Gators life, but they were unable to convert on the ensuing possession. After that, the Pirates were able to run the clock out and win the game.
The Gators next game will be next Thursday, in the swamp, against Glynn Academy.
Next up for 9th Grade Football: 9/28/2023 - Vs. Glynn @ Memorial Stadium in Waycross. Kickoff is is for 5:00 PM. Tickets will be $7.00 at the gate.
Go Gators!