Resurgence: Ellijay Gilmer fights back to beat Peachtree Corners Wesleyan

Ellijay Gilmer stepped on the gas in the first quarter of a 35-20 win over Peachtree Corners Wesleyan for a Georgia high school football victory on September 23.

The start wasn’t the problem for Peachtree Corners Wesleyan, as it began with a 14-7 edge over Ellijay Gilmer through the end of the first quarter.

The Bobcats kept a 21-14 intermission margin at the Wolves’ expense.

Ellijay Gilmer jumped to a 28-14 lead heading into the final quarter.

There was no room for doubt as the Bobcats added to their advantage with a 7-6 margin in the closing period.

In recent action on September 9, Ellijay Gilmer faced off against Ringgold and Peachtree Corners Wesleyan took on Mableton Whitefield on September 9 at Mableton Whitefield Academy. For a full recap, click here.

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