Morgan County Football 2023

(From L to R): Trevon Rhodes, Landen Vickers, Talan Fuller, and Antavious Elder all signed letters of intent last week. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

(From L to R): Trevon Rhodes, Landen Vickers, Talan Fuller, and Antavious Elder all signed letters of intent last week. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Four MCHS football players sign to play at next level

Lance McCurley
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Morgan County football had four seniors sign letters of intent on National Signing Day to play at the next level.
Morgan County senior linebacker Landen Vickers (54) was named the Region 4-AAA Defensive Player of the Year. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County senior linebacker Landen Vickers (54) was named the Region 4-AAA Defensive Player of the Year. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County football racks up All-Region honors

Lance McCurley
Thursday, December 21, 2023
After a successful 2023 season, the Morgan County football team earned many postseason honors. The Bulldogs went 10-2 with a second-round playoff appearance and won the Region 4-AAA championship, so it’s safe to say they earned all of these recognitions after their best season in 10 years.
Morgan County senior running back Jay Dorsey hugs a friend after the loss. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County senior running back Jay Dorsey hugs a friend after the loss. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Savannah Christian tops ‘Dogs in second round

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Savannah Christian was too much for Morgan County last Friday night, defeating the Bulldogs, 33-10. The two teams traded blows throughout the opening two quarters, with the Raiders leading 17-10 at the half.
Morgan County running back Christian Monfort (23) stiff arms a Monroe defender in last weeks win over the Golden Tornadoes. JIM TURNER/Contributed

Morgan County running back Christian Monfort (23) stiff arms a Monroe defender in last weeks win over the Golden Tornadoes. JIM TURNER/Contributed

Bulldogs to host star-studded cast in Savannah Christian

Lance McCurley
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Morgan County (10-1) will face its toughest test on Friday at home against Savannah Christian (9-2). The Raiders are one of the most talented teams in Class AAA, with several Division I prospects on their roster, including five-star Elijah Griffin, the nation’s No.
Morgan County senior tight end Antavious Elder (8) rumbles past Harlem defenders. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County senior tight end Antavious Elder (8) rumbles past Harlem defenders. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County doesn’t plan to overlook Monroe in first round

Lance McCurley
Thursday, November 9, 2023
No. 1 seed Morgan County begins the Class AAA postseason with No. 4 seed Monroe this Friday. The Bulldogs are coming off a win over Harlem to capture their first region title in six years.
Jay Dorsey (1) rushes away from defenders on an 80-yard touchdown in the third quarter of Friday’s win over Cross Creek. JIM TURNER/Contributed

Jay Dorsey (1) rushes away from defenders on an 80-yard touchdown in the third quarter of Friday’s win over Cross Creek. JIM TURNER/Contributed

Dorsey reaches 1,000-yard mark as Bulldogs defeat Cross Creek

Lance McCurley
Thursday, November 2, 2023
It’s unique for a high school running back to surpass the 1,000-yard rushing mark in a season, but Morgan County has had it happen in back-to-back seasons. Last year it was Jacere Cooper, and this past Friday night, Jay Dorsey followed in his footsteps for the Bulldogs.
Morgan County defensive lineman Jamel Cox tries to bat down a pass thrown by Cross Creek quarterback Brandon Wallace (3). JIM TURNER/Contributed

Morgan County defensive lineman Jamel Cox tries to bat down a pass thrown by Cross Creek quarterback Brandon Wallace (3). JIM TURNER/Contributed

Morgan County, Harlem to play for region title Friday

Lance McCurley
Thursday, November 2, 2023
The regular-season finale between Morgan County (8-1, 4-0 Region 4-AAA) and Harlem (7-2, 4-0) this Friday has huge implications, with the winner of the contest being crowned the region champs. • Series History: Morgan County leads, 18-10-1.
The Morgan County Bulldogs take the field on Sept. 29 before facing ARC. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

The Morgan County Bulldogs take the field on Sept. 29 before facing ARC. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Bulldogs set to face Cross Creek off bye week

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Morgan County (7-1, 3-0 Region 4-AAA) hosts region foe Cross Creek (4-3, 1-2) this Friday at home. • Series History: Morgan County leads, 3-0. • Last Meeting: Morgan County defeated Cross Creek 49-6 in 2022. Class AAA’s No.
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