Photos: Grayson pulls away from Carrollton to win Class 6A title

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Photos: Grayson pulls away from Carrollton to win Class 6A title

Gwinnett County program adds another state title with the victory over the Trojans at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

State champs: Grayson head coach Santavious Bryant celebrates with the trophy after his team's 38-24 win against Carrollton in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson linebacker Tyler Atkinson (16) pressures Carrollton quarterback Julian Lewis (10) during the fourth quarter in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. Grayson won 38-24. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson linebacker Tyler Atkinson (16) reacts after a tackle during the fourth quarter against Carrollton in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. Grayson won 38-24. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson running back Elijah Miller (3) celebrates his rushing touchdown with Grayson wide receiver Alexander Sanchez (1) during the fourth quarter against Carrollton in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. Grayson won 38-24. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson running back Elijah Miller (3) scores a rushing touchdown against Carrollton defensive back Zelus Hicks (3) during the third quarter in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. Grayson won 38-24. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson running back Elijah Miller (3) scores a rushing touchdown during the fourth quarter against Carrollton in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. Grayson won 38-24. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson running back Elijah Miller (3) celebrates his rushing touchdown with Grayson offensive lineman Aiden Williams (61) during the fourth quarter against Carrollton in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. Grayson won 38-24. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson players and coaches pose for a team photograph after their 38-24 win against Carrollton in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson players celebrate with the trophy after their 38-24 win against Carrollton in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson defensive end Andre Fuller Jr. (9) celebrates with the trophy after their 38-24 win against Carrollton in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson head coach Santavious Bryant celebrates after their 38-24 win against Carrollton in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson wide receiver Aiden Taylor (13) stiff arms Carrollton defensive back Antonio Cromartie (7) after a reception by Taylor during the first half in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson running back Elijah Miller (3) scores a rushing touchdown as he is tackled by Carrollton defensive back Antonio Cromartie (7) during the first half in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson quarterback Travis Burgess (17) runs for yards against Carrollton defensive back Zelus Hicks (3) during the first half in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson quarterback Travis Burgess (17) attempts a pass during the first half against Carrollton in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson linebacker Tyler Atkinson (16) tackles Carrollton quarterback Julian Lewis (10) during the first half in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Grayson linebacker Tyler Atkinson (16) tackles Carrollton quarterback Julian Lewis (10) during the first half in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Carrollton quarterback Julian Lewis (10) eludes pressure from Grayson defensive lineman Chandler Covington (15) during the first half in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Carrollton quarterback Julian Lewis (10) attempts a pass during the first half against Grayson in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Carrollton tight end Zion Cooley (0) celebrates his receiving touchdown during the first half against Grayson in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Carrollton tight end Zion Cooley (0) scores a receiving touchdown against Grayson defensive back Jaylen Bell (4) during the first half in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Carrollton tight end Zion Cooley (0) runs after a catch as he is tackled by Grayson defensive back Eric Johnson (14) during the first half in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Carrollton quarterback Julian Lewis (10) reacts after throwing a long touchdown pass during the first half against Grayson in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Carrollton quarterback Julian Lewis (10) passes to Carrollton tight end Zion Cooley (0) during the first half against Grayson in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

Carrollton quarterback Julian Lewis (10) rolls out as he looks to pass during the first half against Grayson in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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Credit: Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com

State champs: Grayson head coach Santavious Bryant celebrates with the trophy after his team's 38-24 win against Carrollton in the GHSA Class 6A State Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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