The Cartersville Purple Hurricanes (11-0) defeated the Jackson Jaguars 53-0 in the opening round of the 4A GHSA Football Playoffs Friday night. Cartersville received the opening kick. On the first play from scrimmage, Braylon Hill explodes through the line, weaving 68 yards untouched for the score. Cartersville converted the 2-point try to take an 8-0 [read more...]
The Cartersville Purple Hurricanes (10-0, 6-0) defeated the Hiram Hornets (5-5, 4-2) 50-7 on Friday night to put the finishing touches on a perfect regular season and the Region 7 crown. Cartersville came out swinging in their matchup against Hiram, dominating from the opening whistle. With 10:08 left in the first quarter, quarterback Nate Russell [read more...]
On a crisp Friday night under the lights, the Cartersville Purple Hurricanes (6-0) showcased their dominance, overpowering the Woodland Wildcats (0-4) in a 44-7 blowout that highlighted their offensive firepower and defensive tenacity. The Canes wasted no time asserting control, striking first with a touchdown to take an early 7-0 lead in the opening minutes [read more...]
In a spirited Friday night showdown under the bright lights, the Cartersville Purple Hurricanes secured a convincing 45-14 victory over the Dalton Catamounts. The game kicked off with Dalton setting the tone early with a long, touchdown march that chewed nearly 10 minutes off the clock. Braylon Hill answered the punch with a blazing 54-yard [read more...]
The Cartersville Purple Hurricanes roared to a 42-7 victory over the Hapeville Charter Hornets at home, showcasing a relentless offense and a stingy defense that left the visitors reeling. After a sluggish start to begin the game, Braylon Hill ignited the crowd early, bursting through for a 6-yard touchdown run to give Cartersville a 7-0 [read more...]
n a thrilling matchup that came down to the wire, the North Oconee Titans edged the Cartersville Purple Hurricanes 28-26 to advance to the Final Four of the GHSA State Playoffs to end a terrific season from the Canes. Cartersville finishes the season as region champions and a 12-1 record. First Half Highlights: North Oconee [read more...]
The Cartersville Purple Hurricanes defeated the Starr's Mill Panthers on Friday night. In a game loaded with offensive fireworks, the Cartersville Hurricanes pulled away late to secure a thrilling 53-35 victory over Starr’s Mill. Behind a balanced attack and key defensive plays, the Hurricanes showcased their resilience, outlasting a determined Panthers squad. First Half: Trading [read more...]
The Cartersville Purple Hurricanes dominated the Westminster Wildcats 37-22 Friday night in the opening round of the AAAA GHSA football playoffs. Cartersville struck first in the opening quarter when Nate Russell hit A'darrian Taylor-Wilson with a 13-yard touchdown pass, giving the Canes an early 6-0 lead with 6:06 remaining. On the ensuing kickoff, Westminster fumbled [read more...]
The Cartersville Purple Hurricanes (5-0) dominated the Dalton Catamounts Friday night with a 43-13 victory. Although Cartersville punted on its first drive, the offense quickly gained momentum on its second possession when Tyon Coe broke free for a 25-yard touchdown run, putting the Hurricanes ahead early. Nate Russell added to the lead before the first [read more...]
The Cartersville Purple Hurricanes (4-0) took down the Calhoun Yellow Jackets 35-13 on Friday night. Both defenses held strong in the first quarter, but it was Calhoun's defense that broke first in the second. A long pass from Nate Russell to A’darrian Taylor-Wilson set up Jacaiden Leonard for a 28-yard touchdown run, giving Cartersville the [read more...]
