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Columbia linebacker Bryson Grinstead wraps up Hillsborough running back Tariq Johnson last Friday night. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

Columbia linebacker Bryson Grinstead wraps up Hillsborough running back Tariq Johnson last Friday night. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Stopping Madison County's rushing attack is key to Columbia's plan

JORDAN KROEGER
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Columbia’s path to victory against Madison County is straightforward — stop the run. It’s a simple game plan for the Tigers (2-1) when the Cowboys (2-1) visit Tiger Stadium for Friday’s 7:30 p.m. kickoff, though one that’s easier said than done.
Fort White quarterback Jayden Jackson scrambles against North Marion last Friday night. (MORGAN MCMULLEN/Lake City Reporter)

Fort White quarterback Jayden Jackson scrambles against North Marion last Friday night. (MORGAN MCMULLEN/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Fort White looks to bottle up Simms, Fernandina Beach

MORGAN MCMULLEN
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
FORT WHITE — The Indians have little time to dwell on the biggest win of the young season. Not with a visit to a potent offensive team coming up in Fernandina Beach. Fort White (2-1) travels to take on the Pirates (2-1) Friday night for a 7 p.m.
Suwannee linebacker Jace Moran tackles Madison County’s De’Andre Arnold last Friday night. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

Suwannee linebacker Jace Moran tackles Madison County’s De’Andre Arnold last Friday night. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Suwannee, Godby ready for ‘most important’ game

JAMIE WACHTER
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
LIVE OAK — The message is quite clear at both Suwannee and Godby this week: Friday night is the most important game of the season. When the Bulldogs travel to Tallahassee to face the Cougars in a 7 p.m.
Branford defenders, including Cole Peyton (58) and Jaxon Jones (10) swarm to an Oak Hill runner on Aug. 23. (PAUL BUCHANAN/Lake City Reporter)

Branford defenders, including Cole Peyton (58) and Jaxon Jones (10) swarm to an Oak Hill runner on Aug. 23. (PAUL BUCHANAN/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Branford faces familiar foe with Yancey now at Hilliard

CONCEPCION LEDEZMA
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
BRANFORD — Branford’s matchup Friday at Hilliard will be a reunion of sorts for coach Tim Clark and his Bucs. Hilliard’s first-year head coach, Matt Yancey, was on Clark’s staff for three years, serving as Branford’s defensive coordinator and inaugurated the Bucs’ weightlifting program.
Columbia hitter Sinei Wood attempts returns a shot against Suwannee on Sept. 3. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

Columbia hitter Sinei Wood attempts returns a shot against Suwannee on Sept. 3. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

PREP ROUNDUP: Scores and stats from 9/10/24

NEWS STAFF
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
VOLLEYBALL — Columbia 3, Baker County 0: Sinei Wood had 15 kills and 14 digs, Avery Sandlin had 22 digs, and Mylie Fernandez tallied 35 assists to lead the Tigers (7-2) to a 25-16, 25-15, 25-21 sweep over the Wildcats (5-1) on the road.
Columbia running back TC Smith follows a block from Issac Kimble against Hillsborough on Friday night. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

Columbia running back TC Smith follows a block from Issac Kimble against Hillsborough on Friday night. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Columbia's O-line, production improving heading into Madison County

JORDAN KROEGER
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
There were promising signs from Columbia’s offense in Friday’s 20-0 win against Hillsborough. Zamarion Jones looked more comfortable at quarterback, receiver Bynton Edge finally got involved in the passing game, but perhaps more importantly, the offensive line showed signs of gelling.
Suwannee running back JaDarius Horne is one of the banged-up Bulldogs who could be missing from the secondary Friday. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

Suwannee running back JaDarius Horne is one of the banged-up Bulldogs who could be missing from the secondary Friday. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Godby to test depleted Suwannee secondary

JAMIE WACHTER
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
LIVE OAK — It’s a new week and a totally different challenge for Suwannee’s defense. After getting dominated by Madison County’s rushing attack last Friday, the Bulldogs will face a dangerous passing game Friday in Tallahassee against Godby in the Division 2-3A opener.