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Burke blanks Statesboro Blue Devils
SHS topped at Erk Russell Classic
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Burke County's Donqual Young picks off a pass from Statesboro High quarterback Austin Kleinlein intended for receiver Demetriuis Davis during the second quarter Saturday.
A huge venue and a showcase stage created a great atmosphere for Statesboro’s season opener, but a 12-0 loss to Burke County went a long way in dampening the Blue Devils’ moods Saturday night in the 3rd annual Erk Russell Classic at Paulson Stadium. The Bears (1-0) forced four turnovers from Statesboro (0-1), cashing in short fields for points, walking away with a win that looked a bit one-sided at times. “We didn’t play our best, but Burke County had a lot to do with that,” SHS coach Steve Pennington said.