Area Athletes Honored at 9th Annual In the Game Football Banquet
On December 13th, 2016, In the Game Sports Network gathered South Georgia’s top football talent into one room in order to recognize and honor the players and teams responsible for an unforgettable 2016 season. Schools from across the region united to remind us what this great sport is all about: the development of young student-athletes into better men and members of society.
Despite the presence of an abundance of talent and trophies, humble gratitude filled the room. The former linebacker for the Brookwood Broncos, Georgia Bulldogs, and Tennessee Titans led the charge and set the tone for the evening. He spoke to a packed house of over 350 players, family members, and coaches about his experience with and the importance of setting goals, perseverance through everything, and balancing the many struggles in life as an athlete.
Following that, each of the twenty-eight schools awarded their Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, noting incredible leadership and performance for their respective teams. Then, taking it one step further, In the Game Sports Network and our sponsorship partners crowned the top players and coaches across all of the schools in eight different categories.
As a night filled with inspiration, laughter, and fellowship, it was a suiting end to yet another remarkable football season. We wish the best of luck to each and every one of these young men (and women, thanks to Lauren Pearson!) as they move forward in their careers and their lives.
In the Game / South Georgia / January 2017
In the Game South Georgia’s 2016 High School Football Awards Banquet
Written by: Cole Parker
Photography by: Micki K Photography
