Speedy Gonzales wasn’t as quick to start as Flowery Branch Cherokee Bluff, which shifted into high gear in a hurry to take control of Gainesville Chestatee 42-21 in a Georgia high school football matchup.
Flowery Branch Cherokee Bluff drew first blood by forging a 28-0 margin over Gainesville Chestatee after the first quarter.
The Bears opened a huge 35-0 gap over the War Eagles at halftime.
The roles reversed in the third quarter as Gainesville Chestatee fought to within 42-21.
Neither squad scored in the final quarter.
In recent action on Sept. 2, Gainesville Chestatee faced off against Cleveland White County.
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