Friday March 29th, 2024 7:08AM

Jefferson hangs on versus Stephens County, 27-24

By AccessWDUN Staff

TOCCOA — Jefferson did not put up flashy offensive numbers, but the Dragons got things done on Friday night, defeating Stephens County 27-24 in Toccoa.

The victory kept Jefferson in the hunt for the No. 2 seed from Region 8-AAAA.

Sammy Elegreet hauled in five receptions for 70 yards and a touchdown in the win, as the Dragons (7-2, 3-1 Region 8-AAAA) snagged an early lead and held on for the win. Colby Wood finished with 24 rushes for 68 yards and a score, while Justin Cole added nine rushes for 46 yards and a touchdown for Jefferson.

Bryce Moore completed 6 of 16 passes for 101 yardsand a touchdown, while also rushing for a score.

Hayden Kilgore also kicked field goals of 27 and 32 yards in the win.

The Dragons will play host to Oconee County next week, where a win would net the No. 2 seed.

Stephens County (4-5, 1-3) will travel to North Oconee next week.

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