The BLITZ Football Defensive Players of the Month are Rett Hemphill (Jefferson) and Carter Barrett (Habersham Central). Hemphill won the Fan Vote with 12,749 of the 24,243 total votes. Barrett was the BLITZ Pick.
*Feature Photo by Riley Wilson Media
RETT HEMPHILL – JEFFERSON
Rett Hemphill has had a standout season. The junior OLB was one of the top defensive players on an incredible Jefferson defensive unit. Hemphill had 27 tackles across Weeks 9-12, recording 2 TFL and an interception. This is Hemphill’s first BLITZ award.
Framed Print (11×14) – Rett Hemphill
Framed Print (11×14) – Rett Hemphill
$32.99
POM Button (3″) – Rett Hemphill
POM Button (3″) – Rett Hemphill
$12.00
BLITZ POW Certificate
BLITZ POW Certificate
$15.00
CARTER BARRETT – HABERSHAM CENTRAL
Carter Barrett is putting a cap on his stellar career for the Raiders. The senior LB helped get Hab Central into the playoffs with his clutch play. Barrett, from Weeks 9-12, had 36 tackles (2 for loss), a forced fumble, fumble recovery, and a PBU to his credit. This is his first BLITZ award.
Framed Print (11×14) – Carter Barrett
Framed Print (11×14) – Carter Barrett
$32.99
POM Button (3″) – Carter Barrett
POM Button (3″) – Carter Barrett
$12.00
BLITZ POW Certificate
BLITZ POW Certificate
$15.00
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