Villa Rica topped Newnan Northgate 24-23 in a tough tilt for a Georgia high school football victory on Sept. 1.

The start wasn’t the problem for Newnan Northgate, as it began with a 3-0 edge over Villa Rica through the end of the first quarter.

The Wildcats’ offense darted in front for a 14-3 lead over the Vikings at the intermission.

Villa Rica darted to a 17-3 lead heading into the fourth quarter.

The Vikings rallied in the fourth quarter, but the Wildcats skirted trouble with just enough offense to thwart all hopes.

Last season, Villa Rica and Newnan Northgate faced off on Sept. 2, 2022 at Villa Rica High School.

In recent action on Aug. 19, Newnan Northgate faced off against Fayetteville Whitewater.

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