Fan stress was at an all-time high as Buford Lanier did just enough to beat Winder Apalachee 27-20 in a Georgia high school football matchup on October 14.

Buford Lanier moved in front of Winder Apalachee 27-20 to begin the second quarter.

Both teams were shutout in the second, third and fourth quarters.

Recently on September 30, Buford Lanier squared off with Gainesville in a football game. We covered the game. For a full recap, click here.


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