Lumpkin County found itself in a defensive battle with North Hall in the first three quarters before a wild finish resulted in a 21-16 win for the Trojans (6-2; 5-0 in 6-AAA). Lumpkin (5-3; 3-2) had a chance to set a 3-way tie atop the region with a win, but North Hall has nearly sealed the region crown with two games left.
The Indians got on the board first courtesy of a Josue Nieto 29-yd field goal with just 1:01 remaining in the first, capping a lengthy drive that stalled inside the 10-yd line. It took til late in the half for the Trojans to respond after marching down the field with several big passing plays…