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Gators fall in GISA State Final-4
High School Highlights
Bulloch Academy senior Ryan Swanson walks off the floor as the John Milledge Academy players celebrate their 40-33 win over the Gators in the GISA state Final-4 in Americus. - photo by JOSH AUBREY
Bulloch Academy head coach Chance Cofield knew what to expect from John Milledge Academy in Friday night’s Final-4 matchup in Americus. The Trojan defense had held opponents to 41 points per game, and Friday night was no exception as the Gators struggled with turnovers and shooting the ball. The result of the Trojan’s suffocating defense was a 40-33 loss ending the season for the Gators.“Hats off to JMA as their defense made it so hard for us to set up in an offense,” said Cofield. “They were pressing us into turnovers and forcing us into five second calls.