Cairo takes quick lead, doesn’t look back to beat Tallahassee Godby

Cairo stormed to the lead and never relinquished it to score a 31-12 victory over Tallahassee Godby during this Georgia football game.

Cairo thundered in front of Tallahassee Godby 16-0 to begin the second quarter.

The Cougars tried to dig out of the hole by climbing within 19-6 at halftime.

Cairo thundered to a 28-12 lead heading into the final quarter.

There was no room for doubt as the Syrupmakers added to their advantage with a 3-0 margin in the closing period.

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