Wrightsville Johnson County tacks win on Irwinton Wilkinson County

Wrightsville Johnson County ignored the “slow and steady wins the race” mantra, overpowering Irwinton Wilkinson County 47-6 in a Georgia high school football matchup.

Wrightsville Johnson County opened with a 34-0 advantage over Irwinton Wilkinson County through the first quarter.

Neither squad could muster points in the second and third quarters.

The Trojans put a bow on this victory with a strong final-quarter kick, outpointing the Warriors 13-6 in the last stanza.

Recently on October 7, Wrightsville Johnson County squared off with Alma Bacon County in a football game. For more, click here.

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