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Sideline Brawl Ends Georgia Playoff Game as Gainesville Awarded 42-0 Win

GHSA rules allow film review to identify participants with ejections carrying automatic suspensions.

Overview

  • The Class AAAAA second-round game between Gainesville and Brunswick was called after a sideline-clearing fight late in the third quarter.
  • Officials declared Gainesville the winner at 42-0, ending Brunswick’s season and sending Gainesville to the next round.
  • Video of the altercation circulated widely on social media, including footage posted by Tyler Harden.
  • GHSA bylaws state that players involved in fights or leaving the bench can be identified by film review, with ejections triggering mandatory sit-outs for the next contest.
  • No official rulings or suspensions had been announced, and Gainesville is slated to face Langston Hughes in the third round.