Martinez Augusta Prep takes the lead, but can’t maintain it in falling to Bethlehem Christian 28-7

Bethlehem Christian shook off a slow start and pulled away for a 28-7 win over Martinez Augusta Prep for a Georgia high school football victory on August 19.

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