Ware County advances to championship

Gators play next Friday night at 8:30 in the Georgia Dome

WAYCROSS, Ga. – Ware County beat Northside Warner Robins 24-17 in overtime in the AAAAA state semifinals in Georgia.

The Gators advance to play Gainesville for the state championship next Friday night in the Georgia Dome. Kickoff is set for 8:30.

Xavier Tobler led the offensive attack with three touchdowns including the game winner in overtime.

Northside scored 10 points in the last 20 seconds to force the extra period.

Ware County got the ball first and Tobler scored on 3rd and goal to give the Gators the lead. The defense held and the Gators stormed the field.

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