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PHOTOS: Apalachee High returns to football field

Apalachee fans applaud the team as they leave the field for half time. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clark Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
Apalachee coach Mike Hancock congratulates #2 Favian Williford on his touchdown in the first quarter of the game. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
The Apalachee team takes the field lead by the cheer squad. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clark Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
Apalachee quarterback Colin Eishen takes the ball in first quarter action. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
The Apalachee marching band warms up the fans before the game. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clark Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
Apalachee #5 Norman Robinson has a moment on the sidelines during the first half as his team falls behind. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
Fans hug in the stands before the game. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
Apalachee #2 Favian Williford on his way to scoring the first touchdown of the game. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clark Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
The Apalachee players say the pledge before the game. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
Players performing the end of their handshake before the game. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
Apalachee #8 Jadon Brown celebrates a significant yardage gain in the first half of the game. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
The team bus from Apalachee is parked outside the stadium with a message. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clark Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
Apalachee coach Mike Hancock greets strength coach Matt Bradley before their game. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
Apalchee players warm up before the game. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
The Clarke Central and Apalachee cheer squads get together for a group photo before the game. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
Apalachee strength coach Matt Bradley runs drills with the team before the game. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
The team huddles hours before their game against Clarke Central. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
The Apalachee drill team observes a moment of silence after the pledge. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clarke Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution
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Apalachee fans applaud the team as they leave the field for half time. Apalachee High School returned to the field against Athens Clark Central Saturday September 28, 2024 in their first game since the school schooting earlier in the month. Nell Carroll for the Journal Constitution