Columbia High School, out of Huntsville, Alabama, had lost 101 games in a row. Columbia is coached by former Auburn standout Sammie Coates.

‘Defense bent but didn’t break,’ Stephenson coach Marcus Jelks said of the Jaguars' 29-7 win over Southwest DeKalb.

Buford football defeated Gainesville 39-19 on Aug, 22, 2026.

Toombs County ascends to the top spot in 3A. Newton and Cook enter the 7A and 2A rankings, respectively, after beating highly ranked teams in overtime.

Buford quarterback DJ Hunter wore an appropriate word on the back of his jersey Saturday night against Gainesville....

Jalen Brewster, the No. 1 senior recruit in the country, announced Saturday on his Instagram that he is transferring to Buford.

AJC Varsity asked both coaches and several players to recommend top performers from Friday night.

Live updates from around Georgia high school football Week 1 games.

Cartersville, which was last a preseason No. 1 when Trevor Lawrence was quarterback, shuts out Hiram, 48-0, in season opener on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026.

Former UGA standout Quincy Carter, in his first year as a head coach, lead Heritage to 38-14 win over Cedar Shoals on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026.