Week 9 of the high school football season is in the books, and there were some memorable games and stellar performances by individual players.

Beach junior Jordan Newton ran for a career-high 305 yards and five touchdowns as the Bulldogs rolled to a win over Johnson.

Eli Frieson of Savannah High rushed for a pair of scores to help lead the Blue Jackets to a win over Claxton, ending a 40-game losing streak dating back to 2021.

Jenkins senior Ryan Scott rushed for 163 yards and a score to help lead the Warriors to a win over SE Bulloch.

There were also some big-time efforts in other sports, as several area volleyball teams won region titles as they head into the state playoffs on a strong note.

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