For the fifth time in seven years, the John Milledge Academy Trojans brought a state championship home to Milledgeville. JMA defeated Deerfield-Windsor 28-20 in the championship game Nov. 22, at Mercer University’s stadium in Macon. TREY NORRIS/Staff
Senior Bryce McDonel hoists the 2025 GIAA/AAA championship trophy high as he and his JMA teammates celebrate last Friday night in Macon. TREY NORRIS/Staff
JMA sophomore running back Javaris “Duke” Hurt (1) rushed for a career-high 282 yards on 29 carries and three touchdowns in the GIAA/AAA championship game. TREY NORRIS/Staff
JMA’s Asa Wall (4) was named the MaxPreps Overall Player of the Game, with fellow Trojans Javaris Hurt (Offensive POG), Bradyn Harrington (Defensive POG), and kicker Allman Burrell (Special Teams POG) receiving similar honors. TREY NORRIS/Staff
JMA Trojans win 28-20 over Deerfield-WindsorIt was a night of celebration last Friday night in Macon for the John Milledge Academy Trojans, who captured their fifth state title in the past seven seasons.The Trojans brought the victory home to Milledgeville by defeating Deerfield-Windsor 28-20, led by an incredible effort from running back Duke Hurt. Hurt rushed ...