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Boaz playoff capsule
Published November 5, 2009
ATHENS AT BOAZ
What: Class 5A state playoffs, first round
When: Friday, 7 p.m., L.F. Corley Jr. Stadium
Admission: All tickets are $8
2009 records: Athens, 7-3; Boaz, 7-2
Last week’s games: Athens 34, Hazel Green 3; Boaz was idle in week 10
Coaches: Allen Creasy, Athens; Drew Noles, Boaz
Athens scouting report: The Pirates beat Athens 34-13 in the opening round in 2008, forcing six turnovers by the Golden Eagles.
Athens’ quarterback is Stephen Rivers, the brother of San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers, a former Athens star.
Rivers, a 6-foot-7, 205-pound junior, is 127-of-203 passing for 1,853 yards and 20 touchdowns.
Riggs Bailey, Chris Cain, Jamie Romero, Jamaal Bess and Hunter Daws are other players to watch for Athens.
Athens is making its 25th playoff appearance. The Golden Eagles are 33-21-1 in the postseason.
AHS won state championships in 1975, 1976 and 2006.
Boaz’s statistical leaders: Rushing, Drew Phillips, 287 attempts, 1,707 yards, 13 touchdowns; passing, Daniel Gaither, 26-of-52, 459 yards, 11 touchdowns; receiving, Ethan Baker, 12 receptions, 136 yards, six touchdowns; tackles, Chase Williams, 120
Boaz’s last playoff appearance: 2008; this is the Pirates’ fourth consecutive postseason appearance, a school record, and their 10th overall
Boaz’s playoff record: 5-9
Boaz’s best playoff finish: The Pirates advanced to the 4A quarterfinals in 2002 and 2003
Second-round matchup: Boaz/Athens winner vs. Albertville/Hartselle winner
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