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THREADING THE NEEDLE: Brunswick High looks to beat Effingham, win three-way tie

Derrick Davis, The Brunswick News, Ga.
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Nov. 2—In each of the past two years, the Region 2-6A championship has come down to the winner of the matchup between Brunswick High and Effingham County.

Once again, the region title will be decided in a game between the Pirates and Rebels, but it won't be as simple as who wins or loses.

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