Seven played in the Sweet 16…only two remain alive as we reach the Quarterfinals…

CLASS 5A

#1 Woodward Academy 70, #2 Habersham Central 52

The Raiders fought hard in a 70-52 loss in the Sweet 16 at Woodward Academy. This marks the end of the season for Habersham Central.

CLASS 3A

#6 East Hall 73, #11 Jefferson 49

Playing each other for the fourth time this year, the Vikings have now won the last two and most meaningful ones. East Hall won the region title game over Jefferson, and now takes a 73-49 win in the Sweet 16. This is the end of the season for the Dragons.

#3 Calhoun 61, #14 Dawson County 52

The Tigers lost a close battle, 61-52 at 3-seed Calhoun, ending Dawson’s season in the Sweet 16.

CLASS 2A

#6 KIPP 93, #11 Franklin County 59

KIPP defeated Franklin County 93-59 in the Sweet 16, ending the Lions’ season.

CLASS 1A DI

#2 Rabun County 84, #15 Heard County 52

The Wildcats didn’t let Heard County stay in the game long. By the second quarter, it was pretty well out of reach. Hayes Free had 29 points, with three deep shots and four dunks. Trace Adcock had 18 points, all coming from his six 3-pointers.

#9 Commerce 53, #8 Swainsboro 39

The Tigers won 53-39 to advance with a great win at Swainsboro. Maki Mitchell had 19 points and six boards, while Essien Lockleer had nine points, eight steals, seven assists, and five rebounds. Bryson Parks added eight points and Ty Sorrells seven.

GIAA CLASS 4A

#4 Bethlehem Christian 55, #5 Tallulah Falls 47

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