MACON – Basketball in Macon meant large crowds and a college-level atmosphere where two teams had to play their best if they hoped to capture a coveted state title.
This one featured Class AAAAA’s Dutchtown Bulldogs and Cedar Shoals’ Jaguars. Dutchtown’s journey wasn’t without some adversity. Cameron Bryant missed the Riverwood game and the Bulldogs relied on a Bryant three to reach the Final Four round.
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