Josey takes No. 1 spot back from region rival Thomson in Class 2A, while Cherokee Bluff (3A), Union County (2A) and Banks County (Class A Division I) enter rankings.

Creekview repeats as 5A champion by rallying from 35-6 down, while Camden County (6A), Jefferson (3A) and Social Circle (A) also defend crowns.

"I mean, it’s not world peace, but it became a pretty big story," boys basketball coach James Gwyn said of the community support he and girls coach Randy McClure received.

Nationally ranked Wheeler drops to 15-5 after two losses in three games in Missouri, but the defending Class 6A champs stay No. 1 in their class.

The Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic is returning to open the Georgia high school football season in 2026, but it’s coming with a twist.

Buford commemorated its 2025 national championships in football and softball.

Buford High School recognized its 2025 state championship team, which was named a consensus national champion, on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026.

Several high schools made coaching changes during the regular season, and several more have already announced openings in the last few days.

Former Lincoln County and Georgia running back Garrison Hearst was selected as an inductee to the College Football Hall of Fame in its 2026 class.

Grayson announced Thursday that defensive coordinator Greg Carswell has been promoted to Rams head coach.