Lovett Faces Big Test at Buford

No. 4 travels to No. 1 Buford Friday night to battle the state's dominant team in a key 6-AA matchup.

The Lions' upset bid will be broadcast online on the GPB Sports Webcast. The game begins at 7:30 p.m., and the webcast will be acommpanied by a web chat so those watching can comment on the game.

Lovett is 3-0 on the season after a season-opening win at Thomasville, a home victory against Towers, and a win against Callaway in LaGrange.

A bit of history is on Lovett's side: The Lions are the last team to defeat the Wolves, beating the eventual 2009 State Champions 28-21 at home. That 2009 game also resulted in the most points scored against Buford in a single game over the past seven seasons.

This year, the Wolves are 5-0, having outscored opponents by a combined score of 224-14.

The game will also be carried on Lovett's Internet broadcast, available via the Lovett website, or by linking to www.gaprep.com.

In other action, Warriors, 1-2 for the season, also face a rugged road game, headed to third-ranked St. Pius for a 5-AAA match that begins at 7:30 p.m.

also 1-2 on the year, opens 5-A north region play in a home game against King's Ridge. The kickoff is 7:30 p.m.

, 1-3 for the year, is off this week.

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