PHOTOS: Milton vs. Gainesville high school football

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PHOTOS: Milton vs. Gainesville high school football

Gainesville defeated Milton 28-16 in a football game at Eagle Stadium in Milton on Friday.

Gainesville linebacker Xavier Griffin (8) and defensive lineman Jamarion Matthews (11) sack Milton quarterback Ben Halevi (6) during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Gainesville Red Elephants celebrate recovering the ball after a fumbled field goal attempt by Milton during the first half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Gainesville quarterback Kharim Hughley (9) runs the ball on a quarterback keeper against Milton during the first half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton head coach Ben Reaves watches his Eagles play during the first half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton running back Bentley Hickman (26) carries the ball for a gain in yardage against Gainesville during the first half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Gainesville linebacker Xavier Griffin (8) looks to his sidelines for a play call during the first half of play against Milton Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton wide receiver Ayden Williams (9) runs the ball against Gainesville during the first half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton’s student section watches the on-field action during the first half of play against Gainesville Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Gainesville wide receiver Philip William (2) and Red Elephant teammates celebrate recovering the ball after a fumbled field goal attempt by Milton during the first half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton cheerleaders are seen during the first half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton quarterback Ben Halevi (6) drops back in the pocket for a pass against Gainesville during the first half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton defensive linebackers Jordin Williams (17) and Tristan Lester (12, right) make a hit on Gainesville wide receiver Philip William (2) during the first half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton linebackers Blaize Battaglia (44, left) and Drew Schmidt (34) make a tackle on Gainesville running back Syr Hunter (23) during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton quarterback Ben Halevi (6) is sacked in the backfield by Gainesville defensive lineman Jamarion Matthews (11) and teammates during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Gainesville running back Nigel Newkirk (1) celebrates his touchdown against Milton during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton defensive players Tristan Lester (12, left) and Jordin Williams (17) sack Gainesville quarterback Kharim Hughley (9) during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Gainesville offensive lineman Krew Moledor (76) sets up for a snap during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Gainesville cheerleaders perform during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton running back Bentley Hickman (26) carries the ball for a short gain in yardage against Gainesville during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Gainesville corner back Elijah Watson (10) attempts a tackle on Milton wide receiver Jordan Carrasquillo (14) during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Gainesville’s Rex Greene (18) reaches out to tackles Milton wide receiver Jordan Carrasquillo (14) as he catches a pass during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton wide receiver Jordan Carrasquillo (14) reacts to his catch and gain in yardage against Gainesville during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton wide receiver Ayden Williams (9) maneuvers the ball against Gainesville’s defense during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Gainesville linebacker Xavier Griffin (8) and defensive lineman Jamarion Matthews (11) signal a turnover and Red Elephant possession during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Gainesville head coach Josh Niblett watched the Red Elephants during the first half of play against Milton Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Gainesville head coach Josh Niblett reacts to a referees call against the Red Elephants during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Milton head coach Ben Reaves (left) and Gainesville head coach Josh Niblett shake hands after their game Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

Gainesville head coach Josh Niblett reacts to this 28-13 win over Milton Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

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Credit: Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Gainesville linebacker Xavier Griffin (8) and defensive lineman Jamarion Matthews (11) sack Milton quarterback Ben Halevi (6) during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

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Gainesville linebacker Xavier Griffin (8) and defensive lineman Jamarion Matthews (11) sack Milton quarterback Ben Halevi (6) during the second half of play Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Milton High School. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

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