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Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 7:25 PM

Herons fall in season opener to Charlton County

Herons fall in season opener to Charlton County
Brantley County quarterback Kaden Hendrix (12) hands the ball to fullback Malachi Saunders as the Herons’ offensive line fights to open a hole during Friday’s season opener. Hendrix led the team in rushing finishing 76 yards on six carries. Saunders added 53 yards on 11 carries. Each scored a touchdown. Photo By RICK HEAD

CANEY BAY — Omari Wilson piled up 215 yards and two touchdowns to lead Charlton County to a 32-12 victory here Friday night over Brantley County in the season opener for both teams.

Wilson scored on runs of 69 yards and two yards, both in the second half, as the Indians posted a fourth consecutive win in the 48th meeting between the neighboring schools.

Brantley County was unable to capitalize on good field position with an average start (11 possessions) at midfield. Five times the Herons started inside Charlton County territory scoring just once.

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