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By Score Atlanta

Class AAAA

Howard 36, Veterans 27

How the game was won: With :44 seconds remaining, Veterans trimmed the Howard lead to two points (29-27) on a Desjuan Harris touchdown and lined up for an onside kick. Avery Vinings returned the desperation kickoff for a touchdown with :37 left in the game to make it a two-score game.

Top Performers: Alphonso Stephens led Howard with three receiving touchdowns (5,15 and 25-yards). ... Robert Jarrell added a 46 yard rushing touchdown. ... Vining returned an onside kick 44-yards for a score. ... Veterans found scoring from Logan Byrd on runs of one and 81 yards. ... Desjuan Harris added a short rushing touchdown. ... Isaiah Gray scored on a 45-yard interception return.