McDONOUGH— The top-ranked Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy Chargers will return to the Georgia Dome to defend their Class-A Private state championship after a 42-21 victory over Tattnall Square Academy Friday night in the state semifinals.
Senior running back Trevor Gear rushed for 138 yards and a touchdown for the Chargers in the win.
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