Newnan Heritage topped Columbus St. Anne-Pacelli 52-51 in a tough tilt in Georgia boys basketball action on Jan. 25.

Columbus St. Anne-Pacelli showed it was ready to play, using an early thrust to carve out a 15-11 advantage over Newnan Heritage as the first quarter ended.

The Hawks’ shooting jumped in front for a 23-21 lead over the Vikings at halftime.

Columbus St. Anne-Pacelli came from behind to grab the advantage heading to the fourth quarter over Newnan Heritage 39-35.

It took a 17-12 rally, but the Hawks were up to the task, grabbing the lead for good in the final quarter.

Last season, Newnan Heritage and Columbus St. Anne-Pacelli faced off on Feb. 3, 2023 at Newnan Heritage School.

Recently on Jan. 19, Newnan Heritage squared off with Columbus Brookstone in a basketball game.

Check out our complete boys basketball roundup to stay up-to-date on all the action.


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