Johnson football seeks first 2-0 start since 2009
The Johnson football team's journey to make the playoffs for the first time since 2021 started on a positive note with a Week 1 win.
Savannah, Ga. (WSAV) — Johnson football has taken a step towards making the playoffs for the first time since 2021 with a Week 1 win against Savannah High, 20-6. This victory marked the first time Johnson started their season with a win since 2020. Johnson head coach Steven Smith highlighted the importance of the Week-1 win for momentum, as they aim to elevate the program.
Smith stated that after experiencing two 3-7 seasons, this victory sets the stage for moving on in the future and facing tougher opponents. Quarterback Shamari King, who recovered from a season-ending injury last year, acknowledged the physicality of South Effingham, a team that also started the season 1-0. Johnson's game against South Effingham kicks off this Friday at 7:30 p.m. at 7:30 p.m.
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