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By Score Atlanta

Class AAA

Cook 43, Toombs County 14

How the game was won: Brandon Doe's third rushing touchdown in the first half gave Cook a 29-7 lead before they took a 43-7 lead into halftime. A combination of stifling defense and ground and pound offense powered Cook.

Top Performers: Doe had 145 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 11 carries in the first half... With the game out of reach, Cook allowed just one score in the second half and breezed to victory.

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