Two key games, and ultimately the final minutes of those two games, dismantled the 2016 Warriors.
With an otherwise unblemished record for a very talented Brookwood team, the Warriors were unable to close out the two biggest games of the year. In the game that in the end decided the region championship against rival Valwood, a big play in the final minute earned the Valiants a 27-24 victory. Then, after regaining confidence and once again going undefeated through the remainder of region play, Gatewood thwarted the Warriors’ playoff run in the first round. Their second half lead resulted in a 22-19 loss and an early exit from the playoffs.
The 2017 Warriors, however, will look to learn from these mistakes and build upon their strengths.
“I am excited about this team,” said head coach Shane Boggs as he enters his 11th year in that position. “We’ve got a great nucleus returning and have competition at many of the other positions. I look forward to watching this team develop.”
Names like Alfonso Spencer and Bradley Jones will give way to burgeoning stars in Joe Parker (QB), Daniel Atkinson (OG), Carson Allen (OLB), and Hill Turner (LB). These players will be lead not only on the field, but in everything that they do.
“Our mission is to give great effort in class, promote a positive image of the school, and to prepare to win,” Boggs said. “A successful season will be when we maximize our potential in these areas.”
In the Game Magazine / South Georgia / August – September 2017
Brookwood Warriors
Warriors Hope to Excel in 4th Quarters in 2017 Season
Written by Cole Parker
Photos by Brookwood School
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