Kell, Cambridge could decide Region 6 title
Quarterback Bryce Clavon threw for 1,422 yards and 14 touchdowns and rushed for 493 and nine touchdowns in six games.
“He’s the leader of our offense and he gets us out of bad situations because not only is he a great quarterback, but he’s also a really, really good athlete,” May said. “He makes big plays in big moments for us and that’s the kind of thing an average quarterback or lesser quarterback wouldn’t be able to do.”
Elijah Washington rushed for 318 yards and two touchdowns and Justin Mitchell rushed for 199 yards and a touchdown. Freshman receiver Peyton Zachary had 27 catches and four touchdowns and Davion Hampton had 21 catches and three touchdowns.
Hampton was the quarterback last year, but he played receiver, returned kicks, caught passes and started at safety, where he will likely play in college.
The defense is led by Joshua “Big Bear” Barker, a 5-foot-9, 250-pound defensive lineman. Barker has 59 tackles, 17 tackles for loss and 10 ½ sacks. He caused two fumbles and recovered a fumble.
“He’s just hard to block and if you don’t spend a lot of time preparing for him – and even when you do – it’s hard,” May said. “And we are doing a good job moving it. But he is a monster athlete. He’s a hard worker and he makes games – and we need him.
The defense also includes center linebacker Sawain Simmons, who had never played defense until this season.
“He’s lined up the guys and done a good job of being more physical and being more of a leader as he feels more comfortable,” May said.
Nelson Woghiren hadn’t played since he was a freshman, but returned for his senior season and became a playmaker. May said Woghiren was a Div. I have talent, but I’m only discovering it now because of its inactivity.
Cambridge is led by junior quarterback Preston Clemmer, who threw for 976 yards and 17 touchdowns and rushed for 401 yards and five touchdowns. Christian Isibor rushed for 834 yards and 10 touchdowns behind the veteran Bears offensive line. Will Taylor leads the team with 23 receptions and six touchdowns and Jack Marlow has 19 catches and two touchdowns.
“They’re definitely the best offense we’ve played and they do things that are going to mess you up,” May said. “Overall they’re the best team we’ve played for sure.”
Five other top games to watch this week:
Jones County to Dutchtown: No. 3 Dutchtown (6-0, 2-0) would become the favorite to win Region 2 with a win over Jones County (4-3, 2-1). Dutchtown has already beaten two-time defending state champion and No. 10 Warner Robins. Jones County still has a game to play with Warner Robins. Dutchtown’s offense is led by running back Jamal Bing, who has rushed for 621 yards and breached the 100-yard barrier five times. Jones County has struggled with injuries and last week a 16-game winning streak in the region was snapped by a loss to Ola. Zion Ragins (27 catches, 368 yards) and Geo Wade (26 catches, 315 yards) are the best in a deep receiver body. Quarterback Judd Anderson threw for 912 yards and eight touchdowns.
Cartersville to Hiram: Hiram (4-3, 1-1) tries to bring down a giant for the second week in a row after defeating Calhoun a week ago. The Hornets have a steady hand at senior quarterback Samir Wylie (890 passing yards, 13 TDs) and a prolific running game sparked by Jemarion Whatley (830 yards, 11 TDs) and Kaden Hamilton (614 yards, eight TDs). ). Cartersville is trying to avoid back-to-back losses for the first time since 2011.
Dalton at Cass: Current Region 7 leader Dalton (4-3, 2-0) is coming off a win over Woodland while Cass (3-4, 1-1) tries to bounce back from snapping his two-game winning streak last week with a loss to No. 7 Cartersville. Dalton’s Tyson Greenwade leads the 5A class with 1,338 rushing yards and has rushed for over 100 yards in every game.
Coffee Statesboro: Statesboro’s record — 2-4 overall, 1-0 Region 1 — can be misleading since the Blue Devils have lost to some good teams. Coach Jeff Kaiser’s side broke a three-game losing streak by defeating Greenbrier in the region’s opener, but will get some real gauge against No. 8 Coffee (5-1, 1-0). Coffee’s running offense was hard to slow down behind Antwain McDuffie (605 yards, 10 TDs), Fred Brown (326 yards, nine TDs) and Tyrese Woodgett (292 yards, two TDs). Quarterback Maurice Hansley adds balance and threw for 589 yards and five touchdowns, with just one interception. Statesboro’s heavy offense features Jordan Lovett (732 yards.
Maynard Jackson at Creekside (Thursday): The winner of this one will be virtually guaranteed a spot in the playoffs. The No. 2 Creekside (4-2, 3-0 Region 5) has won four straight. Jackson (5-2, 3-1) has won two straight since losing to Lithia Springs. Jackson quarterback Karleon Bell leads the team in passing and rushing and sophomore receiver R Dorn has been scary defending. Creekside is best known for his fierce defense, but the offense is powerful and well balanced. Quarterback Vinson Berry threw for 720 yards, and Rod McCrary (704 yards) and Tavarre Terrell (377 yards) are the top two backs. Krishon “The Jet” Lett has a team record 16 receptions.
