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Columbia quarterback Tyler Jefferson (1) takes the snap alongside running back Tony Fulton (2) while fullback Colton Williams (32) heads up the field to block. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

Columbia quarterback Tyler Jefferson (1) takes the snap alongside running back Tony Fulton (2) while fullback Colton Williams (32) heads up the field to block. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Columbia searching for better blocking from O-line in matchup with Union County

JORDAN KROEGER
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
Buchholz gave teams the blueprint for beating Columbia. Rush three and drop eight into coverage. Prove the Tigers can beat it. Columbia’s offensive line couldn’t last week. The unit to block a limited rush — giving up three sacks — and couldn’t generate much of a running game either.
Branford running back Caden Coker rushes up the field against Fort White during the teams' Preseason Classic on Aug. 19. (MORGAN MCMULLEN/Lake City Reporter)

Branford running back Caden Coker rushes up the field against Fort White during the teams' Preseason Classic on Aug. 19. (MORGAN MCMULLEN/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Clark wants Branford to clean up mistakes vs. Bronson

CONCEPCION LEDEZMA
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
BRANFORD — Branford’s next opponent may be a bit of a mystery to the Bucs’ coaching staff and squad. But according to coach Tim Clark, his own team’s shortcomings are certainly not a mystery.
Lafayette quarterback Tywan Williamson scores a touchdown on keeper against Dixie County last Friday. (JACK HOWDESHELL/Special to the Reporter)

Lafayette quarterback Tywan Williamson scores a touchdown on keeper against Dixie County last Friday. (JACK HOWDESHELL/Special to the Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Lafayette aims to keep rolling against Taylor County

CONCEPCION LEDEZMA
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
MAYO — The matchup between the neighboring county schools will finally take place when Lafayette travels 30 miles to Perry to take on Taylor County on Friday. It’s the first meeting ever between the schools.
Columbia running back Tony Fulton tries to escape a tackle from Buchholz defensive end/linebacker Thomas Weinhardt on Thursday. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

Columbia running back Tony Fulton tries to escape a tackle from Buchholz defensive end/linebacker Thomas Weinhardt on Thursday. (BRENT KUYKENDALL/Lake City Reporter)

PREP FOOTBALL: Columbia hopes better effort in practice translates to first win

JORDAN KROEGER
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
Any coach is disappointed after a loss, sure. But losing due to a lack of effort makes it sting a whole lot worse. That stood out when Columbia (0-1) watched film from last Thursday’s 31-14 loss to Buchholz.
Jackson State football coach Deion Sanders calls out a play in the first half of Jackson State's Blue and White spring game on April 24 in Jackson, Miss. (ROGELIO V. SOLIS/Associated Press)

Jackson State football coach Deion Sanders calls out a play in the first half of Jackson State's Blue and White spring game on April 24 in Jackson, Miss. (ROGELIO V. SOLIS/Associated Press)

COMMENTARY: Could Coach Prime jump from SWAC to, say, FSU?

ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
JACKSON, Miss.— Sitting on a metal folding chair just beyond the end zone of Mississippi State’s practice field, Deion Sanders is alone watching the Bulldogs scrimmage on a muggy spring day.