Powder Springs Hillgrove claims close encounter of the winning kind over Canton Creekview

Powder Springs Hillgrove poked just enough holes in Canton Creekview’s defense to garner a taut, 10-6 victory in Georgia high school football action on August 26.

The start wasn’t the problem for Canton Creekview, as it began with a 6-0 edge over Powder Springs Hillgrove through the end of the first quarter.

The Hawks’ offense moved in front for a 10-6 lead over the Grizzlies at halftime.

Defense ruled the third and fourth quarters as the Hawks and the Grizzlies were both scoreless.

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