Marietta Pope escapes close call with Marietta Lassiter

Marietta Pope could finally catch its breath after a close call against Marietta Lassiter in a 26-23 victory at Marietta Pope High on October 21 in Georgia football action.

The start wasn’t the problem for Marietta Lassiter, as it began with a 10-7 edge over Marietta Pope through the end of the first quarter.

The Trojans climbed on top in the first half and stayed there with a 17-13 lead at halftime.

Marietta Pope broke in front at the beginning of the final quarter with a 26-19 lead over Marietta Lassiter.

The Greyhounds maintained the upper hand despite being outscored 4-0 in the final quarter.

In recent action on October 7, Marietta Pope faced off against Roswell Blessed Trinity Catholic and Marietta Lassiter took on Roswell on October 7 at Marietta Lassiter High School. Click here for a recap

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