Morgan County Football 2024

Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland (5) tries to shrug off a Rutland defender and pick up some positive yardage. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland (5) tries to shrug off a Rutland defender and pick up some positive yardage. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

‘Dogs weather storm, defeat Hurricanes

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 10, 2024
Morgan County again proved why it is ranked No. 2 in Class AA against Rutland last Friday.The Dogs easily defeated the Hurricanes 55-12, improving to 7-0 overall and 2-0 in Region 2-AA play. They never trailed and jumped out to an early lead, thanks to junior running back Christian Monfort.
Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland helped lead the Dogs to victory last week by completing 20 of 29 passes for 300 yards and four touchdowns. JIM TURNER/Contributed

Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland helped lead the Dogs to victory last week by completing 20 of 29 passes for 300 yards and four touchdowns. JIM TURNER/Contributed

‘Dogs overcome adversity to top Westside

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Class AA’s No. 2 Morgan County remained undefeated following a close scare Saturday afternoon on the road against Westside of Macon. Morgan is now 6-0 overall and 1-0 in the region. The Dogs defeated the Seminoles 35-32 in the region opener for both teams.
Morgan County wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) tries to break away from a pair of Greene County defensive backs during a 3513 win over the Tigers on Sept. 6. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) tries to break away from a pair of Greene County defensive backs during a 3513 win over the Tigers on Sept. 6. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

No. 2-ranked Dogs begin region play

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Class AA’s No. 2 ranked Morgan County begins region play this Thursday against Westside in Macon.The Dogs (5-0) enjoyed a bye this past Friday, while the Seminoles (2-3) knocked off Lamar County 20-10, snapping a three-game losing streak. This contest is each team’s Region 4-AA opener.
A trio of Morgan County defenders brings down Cedar Shoals freshman quarterback Keelin McLendon (15). JIM TURNER/Contributed

A trio of Morgan County defenders brings down Cedar Shoals freshman quarterback Keelin McLendon (15). JIM TURNER/Contributed

Morgan County dominates Cedar Shoals on road

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Morgan County cruised to a 41-19 win over Cedar Shoals this past Friday in Athens.The ‘Dogs improved to 5-0 heading into the bye week before region play begins next week.
Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland (5) passed for 185 yards and three touchdowns in the win over Greene County last Friday. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland (5) passed for 185 yards and three touchdowns in the win over Greene County last Friday. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Strong first half propels Morgan to defeat Greene

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Morgan County used a fast offensive start in the first half to defeat rival Greene County 35-13 this past Friday.The ‘Dogs (4-0) played with a sense of urgency to start the game, which was encouraging to their head coach.
Morgan County running back Christian Monfort (23) and wide receiver Ty Tillery (1) celebrate in mid-air following a touchdown against Greene County last week. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Morgan County running back Christian Monfort (23) and wide receiver Ty Tillery (1) celebrate in mid-air following a touchdown against Greene County last week. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Morgan County travels to Athens to face Cedar Shoals

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Morgan County (4-0) hits the road again this Friday for a matchup with Cedar Shoals (0-3) in Athens.The ‘Dogs, who are now ranked No. 2 in Class AA, aim to extend their winning streak to five this week. They’ll be taking on a winless Jaguars team who had a bye last Friday to prepare for this game.
Morgan County wide receiver Ty Tillery (1) hauls in a touchdown pass over Oconee County cornerback TREY NORRIS/Staff

Morgan County wide receiver Ty Tillery (1) hauls in a touchdown pass over Oconee County cornerback TREY NORRIS/Staff

‘Dogs win physical battle over Oconee

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Morgan County improved to 3-0 overall this past Friday with a 24-13 victory over Oconee County. The Dogs (3-0) topped the Warriors (0-3) in a slugfest, led by a physical effort on each side of the ball.
Morgan County leads the all-time series 31-25-1 over Greene County. FILE PHOTO

Morgan County leads the all-time series 31-25-1 over Greene County. FILE PHOTO

Greene, Morgan to face off on Friday

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Greene County and Morgan County, a battle of two ranked and undefeated teams, will meet this Friday in Madison.The Tigers are off to a 3-0 start and are ranked No. 6 in Class A Division II. On the other hand, the Dogs are also 3-0 overall and ranked No. 2 in Class AA.
Morgan County wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) leaves a Putnam County defensive back in the dust on his way to scoring one of two touchdowns in last Friday's 42-28 win over the War Eagles. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Morgan County wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) leaves a Putnam County defensive back in the dust on his way to scoring one of two touchdowns in last Friday's 42-28 win over the War Eagles. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

’Dogs pound Putnam behind solid offensive display

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Morgan County answered the call again on offense in a 42-28 road win over Putnam County this past week.The ‘Dogs racked up 617 yards of total offense and scored 48 points in their first game against Warren County.
Morgan County senior wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) hauls in a pass over Warren County defender Cosa Pender (4). JIM TURNER/Contributed

Morgan County senior wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) hauls in a pass over Warren County defender Cosa Pender (4). JIM TURNER/Contributed

‘Dogs rout Warren with offensive explosion

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Morgan County dominated Warren County in its season opener with a 48-16 victory last Friday at home.The Dogs’ offense didn’t skip a beat, totaling 617 yards across four quarters to power them to a win.“We moved the ball well,” Morgan head coach Cliint Jenkins said.
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