Staff reports
November 22, 2008 04:50 am
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QUITMAN — Brooks County earned a spot in the Class AA state quarterfinals with a 27-7 win over Jefferson County Friday night at Veterans Memorial Stadium.
The Trojans trailed 7-6 at halftime, but scored three touchdowns in the second half to pull away.
Brooks’ Keith Christopher ran for 158 yards and two touchdowns on 25 carries in the win. Quarterback Jeramie Cody rushed for 78 yards and completed 5-of-6 passes for 59 yards. Kendrick Christopher ran for 75 yards and a touchdown on just five carries.
Brooks rushed for 341 yards, while holding Jefferson to minus-8 yards on the ground. The Trojans had 400 yards of total offense Friday.
Brooks (11-1) will host Lovett next Friday.
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Photos
Brooks County’s Greg Thomas (17) and Isiah Williams (15) bring down Jefferson County High's B.J. Bostic (7) Friday at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Quitman. The Valdosta Daily Times
Brooks County quarterback Jeramie Cody (18) is slowed by Jefferson County’s Terrence Graham (13) Friday evening at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Quitman. The Valdosta Daily Times
Brooks County defensive end Arlester McKinnon (42) drags down Jefferson County's C.J. Stone (12) Friday evening at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Quitman. The Valdosta Daily Times