Three teams played in the Elite 8, and one survived this round. Here’s what happened.
CLASS 1A DI BOYS
#2 Rabun County 76, #7 Fannin County 42
For the first time in program history, the Wildcats are heading to the Final 4 after an absolutely smashing of Fannin County in a 76-42 final at home. A dominant second quarter for the Cats led to the team pulling away in the third. The final quarter had the six-minute clock due to the score.
#1 Vidalia 59, #9 Commerce 49
Vidalia edged out Commerce, 59-49, in the Elite 8. Ty Sorrells led the Tigers with 13 points, while Essien Lockleer and Jeremiah Jarrells each had nine. Bryson Parks had eight, and Maki Mitchell seven. This is the end of the season for Commerce.
CLASS 1A DI GIRLS
#2 Thomasville 46, #7 Rabun County 44
A heartbreaking finish for the Lady Wildcats, who were down one in the final seconds and going for the win before Thomasville secured a 46-44 final. This ends Rabun County’s season.
