News Summary
In a thrilling Battle of Chattanooga, Baylor edged past McCallie with a score of 38-35, marking their first victory at McCallie since 1996. The match featured two top-ranked teams and highlighted standout performances, particularly from Baylor’s David Gabriel-Georges, who rushed for 280 yards and three touchdowns. Baylor remains unbeaten this season with a strong overall record, while McCallie’s recent struggles continue. Both teams look to regroup during their upcoming break.
Chattanooga, TN – In a thrilling Battle of Chattanooga, Baylor edged McCallie 38-35 on Friday night. This victory marks a significant achievement for Baylor as it was their first win at McCallie since 1996. The matchup featured two top-ranked teams, with Baylor holding the No. 20 spot and McCallie ranked No. 25 in the USA TODAY Sports Super 25 football rankings.
Baylor remains undefeated this season, improving its overall record to 6-0 and 3-0 in East Region play. In contrast, McCallie’s record now stands at 5-2, with a disappointing 0-2 in the East Region. The game showcased high-caliber performances from key players, highlighting the competitive nature of high school football in this region.
Key Performances
The standout player for Baylor was David Gabriel-Georges, a 2027 top-50 running back, who rushed for an impressive 280 yards and scored three touchdowns. His touchdowns came from long distances of 51, 53, and 60 yards, showcasing his explosive speed and athleticism. Baylor’s quarterback, Briggs Cherry, had a strong performance as well, completing 16 of 25 passes for 244 yards and two touchdowns. His crucial touchdown pass to Kaiden Dewey with just 1:02 left in the game ultimately secured the victory for Baylor.
McCallie’s offense was equally impressive, with Xavier Fillion rushing for 134 yards and adding a touchdown. In addition, McCallie quarterback Elliott Drapeau rushed for 117 yards and scored two touchdowns himself, bringing a dynamic edge to his team’s offense. Both teams were evenly matched in terms of first downs, each recording 21, but Baylor totaled 513 yards compared to McCallie’s 472 yards.
Defensive Efforts
Baylor’s defense played a pivotal role in the game, with significant contributions from players such as Richard Anderson, Aiden Hall, Hayward Howard Jr., and Maurice Williams. Their efforts were crucial in containing McCallie’s offense and supporting the overall performance of the Baylor team.
Game Context
This game followed a strong performance by McCallie, which had previously bounced back from an earlier loss by defeating Mission Viejo 21-18. Baylor, on the other hand, entered the game with momentum after winning its first five matchups by an average margin of 24 points. Despite the historical rivalry, with Baylor winning last year but losing three of the last four contests against McCallie (including two Division II-AAA championship games), Baylor managed to secure a hard-fought victory this time around.
Both teams are slated to have a week off before their next games, giving them an opportunity to regroup and reassess strategies moving forward in the season.
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Additional Resources
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- Wikipedia: High School Football
- Google Search: Baylor vs McCallie Football
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