MCDONOUGH — A trip to the Georgia Dome could be on the horizon this weekend if local teams survive their Elite Eight tests in the GHSA football playoffs. Here’s a look at their chances.
NO. 1 STOCKBRIDGE (12-0) vs. NO. 10 GLYNN ACADEMY (10-2)
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