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As the high school football season is set to kickoff in Georgia this week, the anticipation is building for players, teams, coaches and fans looking forward to big games under the lights on Friday nights.
In the latest installment of the top returning players by position in the Greater Savannah area, we take a look at the best running backs coming back in 2024.
Here’s a look at some ball carriers to watch in 2024.
Jayaun Albert, Jenkins
The senior rushed for 496 yards and four touchdowns last season for the Warriors.
Assir Best, Bethesda Academy
The senior transferred from Memorial Day. As a junior, he rushed for 854 yards and nine touchdowns and caught 15 passes for 168 yards and two more scores.
Wade Cobb, Bradwell Institute
The junior is coming off a solid sophomore season, in which he ran for 536 yards and four scores for the Tigers.
Hyers Holland, Savannah Country Day
The senior is also a standout soccer player for the Hornets. He rushed for 802 yards and six scores last year and also had a pair of touchdown catches. He was a second-team All-Region 3-3A selection.
Ca’Den Jones, Calvary Day
Jones was impressive as a freshman as he averaged 7.6 yards per carry for the Cavs. He had 327 yards rushing and four touchdowns.
Ryan Scott, Jenkins
The junior is back after rushing for 481 yards and a pair of scores last season for a Warrior squad that reached the Class 5A state quarterfinals.
Zo Smalls, Savannah Christian
Savannah Christian’s Zo Smalls finds some open field against the Cedar Grove defense during the GHSA Class 3A State Championship game on Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
The senior recently announced his commitment to play at Charleston Southern. The 5-foot-9, 195-pounder runs with a combination of power and speed and rushed for 1,903 yards with 34 total touchdowns last season as…
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Author : Savannah Morning News
Publish date : 2024-08-12 08:06:37
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