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By Score Atlanta

Class AAA

Westside-Macon 24, Central-Macon 21 (OT)

How the game was won: Westside-Macon, trailing 14-7 after three quarters, pulled off a comeback win to move past Central-Macon in overtime. Kicker Blaine Halvorson missed a 35-yard field goal attempt with three seconds remaining in regulation sending the game into overtime. Central took first possession but Westside defense held strong forcing a turnover on downs. Halvorson seized the opportunity and punched in the 32-yard field goal to put away the game.

Top performers: Westside's Donta Pate rushed in from one yard out. ... Gerimie Mitchell caught an 18-yard pass for a touchdown. ... Lakelvin Clark added a 21-yard rushing touchdown. ... Halverson was perfect on extra-points on the night. ... Central quarterback Derrick Evans scored on runs of three and 17 yards. ... Ivory Childers added a 10-yard reception for a touchdown.

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