Dominating defense was the calling card of Newnan Heritage as it shut out Atlanta Cross Keys 51-0 at Atlanta Cross Keys High on September 16 in Georgia football action.

Newnan Heritage stormed in front of Atlanta Cross Keys 28-0 to begin the second quarter.

The Hawks registered a 42-0 advantage at halftime over the Indians.

Defense put both offenses in a deep slumber in the third quarter, with no one scoring.

The Hawks avoided the brakes and shifted into victory gear via a 9-0 stretch over the fourth quarter.


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