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By Score Atlanta

Class AAA

Calhoun 34, West Hall 7

How the game was won: Trailing 7-6 early, Calhoun woke up and gained a 13-7 lead entering the half. The Yellow Jackets would outscore the Spartans 21-0 in the second half to put away a gutsy West Hall team.

Top Performers: Kaelan Riley completed 18-of-23 passes for 274 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. Riley also added a rushing touchdown. …Olico Dennis carried 21 times for 136 yards and a 4-yard touchdown. …Malik Lawrence caught two passes for 70 yards and a touchdown while Dusty Baker snagged four worth 52 yards and one score. …The Spartans scored from the wildcat formation on a Kwon Williams 39-yard toss to Hykeem Bennett.

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