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DEL.ICIO.USDon’t crown AAAAA champs yet
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
To borrow from ESPN football analyst Lee Corso: “Not so fast, my friend.” Many are ready to anoint the Collins Hill girls and Norcross boys Class AAAAA champions.
I must admit they both have been impressive and have handled the preseason hype quite well.
Much of that has to do with a group of determined and experienced players; and a lot of credit must go to coaches Tracey Tipton (Collins Hill) and Eddie Martin (Norcross).
While most fans already have Collins Hill’s and Norcross’ names engraved on the championship trophies, there is still a lot of basketball to be played between now and March 9.
Remember, the Wheeler boys were an overwhelming favorite last season, but Beach emerged.
Speaking of both those teams, they also should be considered serious contenders along with Peachtree Ridge and Meadowcreek.
On the girls’ side, Collins Hill has showed a never-say-die attitude, especially during its trip to Washington over the holidays.
Contenders to throw into the mix include a talented Stephenson team and South Gwinnett, which is also a capable opponent. Mill Creek played the Eagles tough last week.
For sure, the AAAAA tournament will be another good one.
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By DSGB
January 15, 2007 12:56 AM | Link to this
Hey- I know its AJC for ATLANTA Journal Constitution, but can we look at teams that aren’t so close to Atlanta. Like some Region 3 teams besides beach. I’m thinking about the ones down in the very bottom corner of GA- the Southeast corner that is. Well down there is this little place, much closer to Jacksonville, Fla than Atlanta. But any way, this place… They don’t seem to get any recognition for any sport. It’s CAMDEN COUNTY!!! They just upset beach, they’ve lost two games and they have busted the clock in one game already. Hello folks, Camden County is for real in more than just football. The basketball team is making a name for itself right now, and look at our wrestling team. NO one will be able to compete with us at state duals. Oh yeah, this year we are fielding perhaps the best baseball team to come through our small town ever, Featuring Georgia Southern Signee Vince Smith who is ranked in the top 25 baseball players in the nation. 2007 is Camden County’s break out year, ya’ll wont have a choice but to talk about us.
By Big Man
January 15, 2007 08:54 AM | Link to this
DSGB, you might as well give it up. Its hard enough getting them to write about the other teams here in the city and metro area. They mostly write about Gwinnett teams. Gwinnett Co has its own section online for sports. I have given up on them and I don’t buy the paper anymore. I wish we had another option here as I would surely buy that paper.
By David P.
January 15, 2007 09:53 AM | Link to this
Guys … Since the AJC doesn’t have a bureau down there, don’t you feel that these type of blogs/forums are South Georgia’s opportunity to get the information out there. Instead of wasting the space by complaining about the lack of coverage, why don’t you provide everyone with info about the teams you’d like to see covered. For instance, I had no idea Camden beat Beach. Stuff like that may peak the interest of the paper to follow up. Clearly, it’s not your job, but it just seems like wasted time to whine about things that likely can’t logistically change.
By bveal
January 15, 2007 08:26 PM | Link to this
da creek should be ranked higher beach has lost 2 games in a row wat is yall thinkin and 2 me norcross is highly overated they lost 2 dunwoody and theyre supposed 2 be tha # 2 team in da country please!!
By blue devil fan
January 16, 2007 06:19 AM | Link to this
hey bveal one there is something called a scrimmage and 2 norcross didnt run one play during that scrimmage because of all the scouting that was going on and three we lost 2 games one to oak hill who is the best high school team in the country and that was by 8 points and another to ST. patrick ranked 2nd in nation by 3pts. so tell chris allen to get his game on cuz the devils r going for it again.
By SOUTH
January 16, 2007 08:04 AM | Link to this
south gwinnett is oging to win the state championship because they beat mill creek by like 20 and collins hills beat them by 2 and was down by 18 and it just shows south is the best team in 5AAAAA
By just to p you off
January 16, 2007 08:27 AM | Link to this
Another option for Big Man’s and DSGB comments, Buy the Wall Street Journal, if you can read it. Otherwise put up with the coverage or shut up.