CADETS

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Football Varsity

Away

Scrimmage

League
vs.
Camden County High School
Camden County High School
Directions and Details
Away
League
vs.
Colquitt County High School
Loss 24-27
Mack Thorpe Stadium
Directions and Details
Home
vs.
Buford High School
Loss 14-42
Memorial Stadium
Highlights
Away
League
vs.
Burke County High School
Win 41-0
Burke County High School
Directions and Details
Away
League
vs.
Westminster School
Win 56-7
Westminster School
Highlights
Away
League
vs.
Ware County High School
Win 30-27
Ware County High School
Directions and Details
Home

Homecoming

League
vs.
Warner Robins High School
Win 61-0
Memorial Stadium
Highlights
Home

Senior Night

League
vs.
Wayne County High School
Win 75-7
Memorial Stadium
Highlights
Away
League
vs.
Perry High School
Win 4117-17
Perry High School
Directions and Details
Away
League
vs.
New Hampstead High School
Win 49-13
Pooler Stadium
Directions and Details
Home

GHSA 1st Round Class AAAA State Playoffs

League
vs.
East Forsyth High School
Win 42-7
Memorial Stadium
Highlights
Home

Varsity Football GHSA 2nd Round Class AAAA Playoffs

League
vs.
Cass High School
Win 21-7
Memorial Stadium
Directions and Details
TBD

GHSA Class AAAA Quarterfinals

League
vs.
Central High School
Win 80-32
Highlights
Home

GHSA Class AAAA Semifinals

League
vs.
Marist School
Memorial Stadium
Directions and Details
Away

GHSA Class AAAA Championship

League
Merdedes Benz Stadium
Directions and Details

List of 32 news stories.

  • Final Four Next

    The Cadets dominated from the opening whistle and never looked back, rolling past Central 80–32 in the GHSA AAAA Elite Eight! BC unleashed a 561-yard rushing avalanche, putting together its most complete performance of the season.
    💨 Stanley Smart Jr.: 88 yards, TD
    💨 Eron Mallard: 98 yards, 2 TDs
    💨 Josh Washington: 93 yards, TD (opened the night with a 52-yard burst!)
    💨 Stephen Cannon: 85 rushing yards, 3 first-half TDs + 94 yards passing
    💨 Cole Henderson: 73-yard house call
    💨 Chris Stokes: 53 yards, 2 second-half scores
    “The run game was working because everyone was buying in,” Washington said — and the Cadets proved it on every snap.
    It’s on to the Final Four on Friday, December 5, at Memorial Stadium at 7:30 PM vs Marist!
    Cadet Nation — BE THERE and bring the energy. One more step to the Dome!
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  • Football Signing Day

    Please join the following Cadets and their families on the NCAA National Signing Day to continue their athletic and academic careers!
    • Quarterback Stephen Cannon – Texas Tech University
    • Defensive Tackle Kameron Cody – Clemson University
    • Wide Receiver Chris “Bubba” Frazier– Notre Dame University
    • Edge LaDamion Guyton - Texas Tech University
    • Offensive Lineman Caiou Hall - Liberty University
    • Defensive Back Micah Williams – Appalachian State University
    The ceremony will take place in the BC Gym on December 3 at 3:30 PM.
    Celebrate their outstanding football careers at BC and wish them well as they take this exciting next step!

  • The Houston Impact on BC

    When Jayden Houston arrived at Benedictine to join the Cadet football program—where his father, Galen, a BC alum, serves as defensive coordinator—his journey to a starting role was anything but easy. Jayden worked his way up the hard way, earning respect as a scout team player, then as a backup linebacker and special teams contributor, before finally breaking through as a defensive starter his senior year.
    Now, Jayden is adding a new chapter to his family’s Benedictine legacy, playing a key role on a Cadet squad that entered the GHSA playoffs ranked No. 4 in Class 4A by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
    The significance of this season runs deeper than football. Galen Houston—once a standout Benedictine linebacker who went on to play at Shaw University—now has the rare opportunity to coach his own son on a defense filled with talent. Their shared journey has become a powerful example of perseverance, mentorship, and family tradition within the program.
    "I knew Jayden needed development athletically and academically when he came to Benedictine, and that it was going to be a process to achieve his goals," Galen said. "But he has really grinded, and now he's reaping the benefits of his hard work, dedication, and commitment. I'm really proud of him." Jayden wears No. 11, the number his dad wore when he played at Shaw, and is known as "Sticks" to his teammates. On a team full of star power, he has become a leader on the field and in the locker room. He is receiving college recruiting interest from smaller programs in the Southeast. 
    Together, the Houstons embody the strength of a father–son bond built through discipline, growth, and a shared love for Benedictine football, making their impact on the Cadets’ defense even more meaningful.
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  • Houston Student - Athlete of the Week

    Congratulations to Benedictine Military School senior Jayden Houston, this week's BC Student-Athlete of the Week, sponsored by Vaden Chevrolet! Houston had an outstanding performance in BC's 42-7 victory over East Forsyth last Friday night in the first round of the GHSA Class AAAA football playoffs at Memorial Stadium. A team captain and linebacker, Houston made a team-high 12 tackles, including three for losses. His performance at the heart of BC's defense led the Cadets to a second-half shutout. He also contributed on special teams. Go Cadets!!

  • Mallard Honored by Savannah Quarterback Club

    For Football week 11, Benedictine's Eron Mallard was honored as the Offensive Player of the Week. The junior wide receiver had the best game of his young Cadet career against Perry, with 4 receptions for 138 yards and two touchdowns. Mallard flashed his speed and big play ability by racking up over 40 yards on each score. Congratulations!!

  • Five Cadets Nominated for Finocchiaro Award

    Nominations for the 45th Michael Finocchiaro Memorial Outstanding Football Player Award, recognizing the top high school football player in Savannah, as voted on by Savannah head coaches and media, were recently announced by the award's coordinator, Karl DeMasi. The winner will be announced on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27.
    Inspired by the Heisman Trophy, Finocchiaro, a Benedictine alum and avid high school football fan, started the award in 1976 in an effort to recognize local players. He died in 2001. The award continued until a hiatus from 2010 to 2015, before DeMasi brought it back. Cadets nominated this year are Stephen Cannon, Kameron Cody, Bubba Frazier, Ladamion Guyton and Caron Hall. 
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  • One Down, Four to go

    After a sluggish first half in their Class 4A playoff opener against East Forsyth, Benedictine coach Danny Britt rallied his team with an emotional halftime speech inspired by Friday Night Lights, reminding his seniors that “Forever starts right now.” The Cadets responded with a dominant second half, scoring 35 unanswered points to secure a 42–7 win. The victory improved BC to 8–2 and they will host Cass (9–2) on Friday, Nov. 21, at Memorial Stadium at 7:30 PM in the Sweet 16 of the GHSA Class AAAA Playoffs.
     
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  • Sweet 16 Next for Cadets

    Benedictine found itself in an unusual position at halftime of its Class AAAA playoff opener against visiting East Forsyth. The Cadets, typically sharp and energized, looked flat through the first two quarters and went into the locker room in a 7–7 tie. Head Coach Danny Britt knew his team needed more than just adjustments on the whiteboard—they needed an emotional spark!
    A longtime fan of the classic football film Friday Night Lights, Britt reached for inspiration from one of its most memorable moments. Channeling Billy Bob Thornton’s portrayal of Coach Gaines, he reminded his seniors that “Forever starts right now,” urging them to take ownership of the moment and play with the urgency and pride that had defined their season. The message hit home.
    When Benedictine returned to the field, the Cadets looked like a different team. They took control immediately, dominating all phases of the game in a lopsided second half. The offense clicked into rhythm, piling on points, while the defense smothered East Forsyth’s attempts to respond. By the final whistle, Benedictine had turned a tense tie into a commanding 42–7 victory.
    With the win, the Cadets improved to 8–2 on the season and into the second round of the Class AAAA State Playoffs. Their next challenge comes quickly: they’ll host Cass (9–2) on Friday, Nov. 21, at Memorial Stadium. Riding the momentum from their second-half surge, the Cadets head into the matchup with renewed confidence and a reminder of what’s at stake—because, as Britt told them, forever starts now!
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  • All Region 1AAAA

    Congratulations to the following Benedictine Military School Cadets who were selected to the 2025 Region 1-AAAA All-Region Football Team as voted upon by the region's head coaches: REGION 1-AAAA PLAYER OF THE YEAR - Chris "Bubba" Frazier; OFFENSIVE CO-PLAYER OF THE YEAR - Stephen Cannon; DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR - Kameron Cody; CO-SCHOLAR-ATHLETE OF THE YEAR - Larson Little; CO-OFFENSIVE LINEMAN OF THE YEAR - Carlton "Caiou" Hall; FIRST TEAM - Larson Little; LaDamion Guyton; Stanley Smart; Collyn Ward; Eron Mallard; Jayden Houston; Isaac Scott; SECOND TEAM - Joshua Washington; Micah Williams; Reef Leonard; JoJo Sutton; Wyatt Estabrook; Johnathan Black; Noah Brainard; HONORABLE MENTION - Omari Burse; Bennett Conaway; Gavin Smith; Cole Schuman; Cole Henderson; Parker Lewis; Turner Walker.

  • Savannah Quarterback Club Honors Cannon, Frazier and Guyton

    After a dominant 75-7 win over Wayne County, Benedictine takes all the Week 10 honors from the Savannah Quarterback Club.
    Co-Offensive Players of the Week: Chris “Bubba” Frazier (Notre Dame commit) and Stephen Cannon (Texas Tech commit).
    Defensive Player of the Week: LaDamion Guyton (Texas Tech commit).

  • Headed to the Playoffs

    Benedictine's football team started the season with a pair of losses as head coach Danny Britt tested his squad against Class 6A powers Buford and Colquitt County, before the Cadets started play in the rugged Region 1-4A.
    But those setbacks built character in a battle-tested BC squad that won the region crown and has reeled off seven straight wins headed into the Class 4A state playoffs.
    The Cadets closed out the regular season in dominating fashion with a 49-13 win over New Hampstead in a Region 1-4A game at Pooler Stadium.
    BC improved to 7-2 on the season and 5-0 in region play with the victory. The Cadets are a No. 1 seed headed into the state playoffs and will host East Forsyth on Friday, Nov. 14, at Memorial Stadium.
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  • Savannah Quarterback Club Honors Cadets

    Congratulations to Benedictine Military School Cadets Kam Cody (far left) and Carlton “Caiou” Hall (far right), who were honored by the Savannah Quarterback Club as the football Players of the Week!

  • Football Wins Region 1AAAA

    The Cadets powered past Perry in dominant fashion, led by Notre Dame commit Bubba Frazier, who showcased his talent on both sides of the ball. Frazier delivered a highlight-reel play with a 90-yard interception return for a touchdown, sealing the game and putting it out of reach for the opponent. Quarterback Stephen Cannon led the offense, throwing three touchdown passes as BC built a 24–3 halftime lead. Cannon connected with Frazier on an 8-yard scoring pass and hit Eron Mallard for long touchdowns of 75 and 43 yards. Parker Lewis added a pair of field goals for the Cadets. Week after week, the defense has set the tone and kept us in games. They don’t just defend — they dominate!  The victory marks Benedictine’s fifth region title in the last six years and the 10th in 15 seasons under head coach Danny Britt.
    With the win, BC (6–2, 4–0) remains unbeaten in region play and will close out the regular season Thursday, Oct. 30, at Pooler Stadium against New Hampstead (2–7, 1–3). Let’s pack the stands and show our support for our favorite football team! Go Cadets! 

  • Senior Night Sucess

    Benedictine rolled to a Region 1-4A win over visiting Wayne County at Memorial Stadium. Cadet quarterback Stephen Cannon had five touchdown passes and a scoring run in the first half for the Cadets, who led 55-0 at intermission.
    Cannon, who has committed to Texas Tech, had a pair of scoring passes to Bennett Conaway, and had touchdown strikes to Eron Mallard, Joshua Washington and Notre Dame commit Bubba Frazier as the Cadets dominated from start to finish. Cole Henderson had a 50-yard scoring run and Stanley Smart Jr. added a 10-yard touchdown run in the first half for the Cadets (5-2, 3-0), who will be on the road to face Perry (4-4, 2-1) in a Region 1-4A matchup on Friday, Oct. 2
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  • Cadets Celebrate Big Win Over Warner Robins

    A packed house erupted in celebration as the Cadets secured a dominant victory over region rival Warner Robins. The energy was high on the sidelines, with starting athletes cheering on their teammates as the JV and freshmen squads combined to hold Warner Robins scoreless in an impressive shutout performance.
    Benedictine rolled to a lopsided homecoming victory in a Region 1-4A matchup with Warner Robins.
    Stephen Cannon, the senior Cadet quarterback who has committed to Texas Tech, was 5 of 7 passing for 117 yards and three touchdowns, and ran for 53 yards on four carries.  Cannon connected with his classmate, Bubba Frazier, as the Notre Dame commit reeled in touchdown grabs of 52 and 42 yards. Bennett Conaway also caught a 4-yard scoring pass.
    Stanley Smart Jr. had a 33-yard touchdown run and Josh Washington had a highlight-reel worthy 47-yard scoring jaunt in the first half for the Cadets, who led 47-0 at intermission. Cole Henderson added a 48-yard touchdown run and Omari Burse hit Ca'Ron Hall with a 19-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter. Parker Lewis converted all eight of his extra point attempts and added a 33-yard field goal.
    Next up, the Cadets will celebrate Senior Night on October 17, hosting Perry at Memorial Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:30 PM—don’t miss it!
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  • Cadets Rally for Thrilling Win Over Ware County in Region Showdown

    On Friday night, Benedictine Military School avenged last season's loss to Ware County with an impressive 30-27 Region 1-4A road victory at "The Swamp" in Waycross. The Cadets showed grit and determination, rallying from a 21-10 deficit midway through the second quarter to hand the previously unbeaten Gators their first loss of the season.
    Benedictine trailed 21-16 at halftime but delivered a dominant second-half performance to close out the game. The win marks a statement victory for Head Coach Danny Britt, now in his 15th season leading the Cadets — a tenure that includes four state championships.
    “This is a huge win for us,” said Britt. “To go toe-to-toe with Ware County in one of the toughest places to play in the state means a lot to us.”
    A huge thank-you goes out to the BC fans — especially the students — who made the trip to support their Cadets on the road!
    Up next: Benedictine returns home to Memorial Stadium next Friday, October 3rd, to host Warner Robins for Homecoming.  
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  • Frazier Student-Athlete of the Week by Vaden Chevrolet

    Congratulations to Benedictine Military School senior Chris “Bubba” Frazier, this week’s BC Student-Athlete of the Week, sponsored by Vaden Chevrolet of Savannah! Frazier touched the football six times in the first half and scored three touchdowns – rushing, receiving, and via a punt return – and had 185 all-purpose yards to help the Cadets to a 56-7 victory over Westminster last Friday night in Atlanta. Frazier has verbally committed to the University of Notre Dame to continue his academic and athletic career.

  • Little Savannah Quarterback Club

    Congratulations to Benedictine Military School senior Larson Little, the Savannah Quarterback Club’s Defensive Player of the Week!

  • Big Win for Cadets

    After two weeks off, the well-rested Cadets took the trip to Atlanta and dominated in a non-region game at Westminster. UGA Coach Kirby Smart arrived in a helicopter to see the action.
    Benedictine was able to get its starters some more rest in the second half as they took a 42-7 lead by intermission.
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    Friday night football report: How teams from the Greater Savannah area fared in Week 6
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    Savannah Morning News
     

    There was some big-time action under the lights on Friday night as Week 6 of the high school football season in the Greater Savannah area featured some highly-anticipated games.
    Jenkins beat visiting Calvary Day 41-33 in an entertaining Region 3-3A matchup at Memorial Stadium as the Warriors avenged a 34-31 overtime loss at Calvary Day last year.
    Benedictine was back in action after two weeks off and the Cadets rolled to a non-region road win at Westminster as the get ready for a big Region 1-4A game at Ware County on Sept. 26.
    Effingham County was on the road and beat cross-county rival South Effingham for the sixth time in a row in the overall series.

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    Benedictine 56, Westminster 7
    Benedictine's Bubba Frazier celebrates after scoring a touchdown during Benedictine's home opener against Buford on Friday, August 22, 2025 at Memorial Stadium.
    After two weeks off, the well-rested Cadets took the trip to Atlanta and dominated in a non-region game at Westminster.
    UGA Coach Kirby Smart arrived in a helicopter to see the action.
    Benedictine was able to get its starters some more rest in the second half as they took a 42-7 lead at intermission.

    Bubba Frazier, the senior receiver who has committed to Notre Dame, showed off his running ability as he rushed for three first-half touchdowns. Junior running back Stanley Smart Jr. had a pair of rushing touchdowns before the half and Josh Washington also ran for a score.
    Benedictine (2-2, 0-0) will open Region 1-4A play on Friday, Sept. 26, when the Cadets hit the road again to face Ware County (5-0, 0-0). BC entered last week ranked No. 4 among Class 4A teams in the state by the AJC, and Ware County was No. 5.

  • Cadets Win on the Raod

    Three different quarterbacks were under center for Burke County in its 41-0 loss against Benedictine on Friday night as senior signal-caller Sean Vandiver was out of the line-up. Burke County missed its three-year starting quarterback greatly. Many drives for the Bears ended in part due to shaky play from their rotating trio at the position.
    Meanwhile, the Cadets' offense, led by senior quarterback and Texas Tech commit Stephen Cannon was humming. Cannon threw for two touchdowns and ran for another. Those two scores through the air were both to senior receiver and Notre Dame commit Bubba Frazier. 
    The first score was in the red zone with three minutes to go in the first quarter. The other was a 55-yard bomb in the second near the four-minute mark. By halftime, Benedictine held a 14-0 lead.
    “When we’re going, we’re going, we’re really tough to stop,” Cannon said postgame. “Obviously, we weren’t perfect today, but I think we’re rolling in the right direction.”
    The third quarter was where the Cadets distanced themselves. Cannon got the scoring started with a 26-yard rush to the house three minutes in. After arguably Burke County’s best offensive drive stalled out due to a fumble in the red zone, junior running back Stanley Smart Jr. went nearly 80 yards down the field for a touchdown.
    Then, after an errant pass by the Bears got intercepted, junior Cole Henderson broke free for a 70-yard touchdown with seconds to go in the third. The score had ballooned to 34-0. A 7-yard run by sophomore running back Chris Stokes would cap off Benedictine’s first win of the season.
    “We were hungover from the loss last week and with Buford,” Benedictine head coach Danny Britt said. “It took us a minute to get rolling. It was very shaky at first. But I felt once we did, I felt like we played fast.”

  • A Rainy Football Friday

    Benedictine football coach Danny Britt knew his team would be facing the toughest of challenges in a non-region matchup with Class 6A powerhouse Buford as the Wolves came to Savannah's Memorial Stadium ranked ninth in the nation by the USA Today Network on Friday night.
    Mother Nature threw in a wrench into one of the most anticipated Week 2 games in Georgia as lightning storms delayed the kickoff until 9:21 p.m., with another lightning delay pushing things back midway through the first quarter.
    The Cadets, ranked No. 2 among Class 4A teams in the state by the AJC, hung tough for a quarter, but Buford, ranked No. 2 in Class 6A, just had too much talent and depth to overcome — as the Wolves rolled to a dominating 42-14 victory in a game that ended at 12:19 a.m.
    The BC Sports game crew of Christian Goeckel and Kevin Thomas reported that the Wolves have 33 players holding scholarship offers, and Buford won the battle up front on both sides of the ball behind a wealth of talent in the trenches.
    "That’s what I told the guys, when you play a team like that, there are things you have to correct, but you have to also realize we won’t see anything like that again," Britt said of Buford's stacked roster. "The sheer depth, the different tight ends they were running out — it was ridiculous. But that’s part of it when your playing a team like that. We’ve got to figure out a way to get healthy and certainly a 4A school playing a team like that when you’re not healthy, that’s what’s going to happen."
    Defensive lineman Bryce Perry-Wright, a senior committed to Texas A&M and Dre Quinn, a senior edge headed to Clemson, caused havoc all night as they helped lead a defense that shut down the Cadet run game, while keeping the pressure on Benedictine quarterback Stephen Cannon, the senior headed to Texas Tech. 
    Senior offensive lineman Graham Houston, a UGA commit, helped pave the way for the Wolves ground game as a number of backs had impact performances. Dylan McCoy, a senior committed to NC State, rushed for 90 yards and a pair of scores on 10 carries, while his classmate Tyriq Green (Georgia) ran eight times for 44 yards and two scores. Brian Stokes added 57 yards on five carries as the Wolves rushed for 235 yards on the night.
    Senior quarterback Dayton Raiola (Nebraska) was 5 of 10 passing for 114 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Braylon Williams had two catches for 75 yards, including a 40-yard touchdown, and Cameron Hurst had a scoring grab.
    Benedictine was held to 57 yards rushing and 104 yards of total offense. Junior Stanley Smart Jr. rushed for 59 yards on 17 carries. Cannon connected with a wide open Bubba Frazier, the senior committed to Notre Dame, for a 24-yard score midway through the first quarter as the Cadets tied the game at 7-7, but Buford took control after that with 35 straight points. Cannon slipped out of a tackle and scored from four yards out with 4:43 left for the final points of the game.
    The Cadets were coming off a 27-24 loss on a last second field goal at Colquitt County last week in a game where BC was flagged 15 times, many for unsportsmanlike conduct. BC had just two penalties for 20 yards against Buford, and Britt said that was a positive he can take from the game.
    "I don't think I saw anything that really impressed me tonight," Britt said of the Cadets performance. "But I’m proud of them and I love them and we’re going to be a very good football team. That’s what I told them, and when we get in our division, it will be a completely different look."
    Buford coach Bryant Appling is in his seventh year leading the Wolves. He led Buford to state titles in his first three seasons, and to the semifinals in 2024. Last year, Benedictine traveled to Buford and nearly upset the Wolves in a 29-28 setback. Buford christened a state-of-the-art $62 million stadium with a win over Milton last week in a game that was televised on ESPN2.
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    Benedictine football coach Danny Britt knew his team would be facing the toughest of challenges in a non-region matchup with Class 6A powerhouse Buford as the Wolves came to Savannah's Memorial Stadium ranked ninth in the nation by the USA Today Network on Friday night.
    Mother Nature threw in a wrench into one of the most anticipated Week 2 games in Georgia as lightning storms delayed the kickoff until 9:21 p.m., with another lightning delay pushing things back midway through the first quarter.
    The Cadets, ranked No. 2 among Class 4A teams in the state by the AJC, hung tough for a quarter, but Buford, ranked No. 2 in Class 6A, just had too much talent and depth to overcome — as the Wolves rolled to a dominating 42-14 victory in a game that ended at 12:19 a.m.

    The BC Sports game crew of Christian Goeckel and Kevin Thomas reported that the Wolves have 33 players holding scholarship offers, and Buford won the battle up front on both sides of the ball behind a wealth of talent in the trenches.
    "That’s what I told the guys, when you play a team like that, there are things you have to correct, but you have to also realize we won’t see anything like that again," Britt said of Buford's stacked roster. "The sheer depth, the different tight ends they were running out — it was ridiculous. But that’s part of it when your playing a team like that. We’ve got to figure out a way to get healthy and certainly a 4A school playing a team like that when you’re not healthy, that’s what’s going to happen."
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    Defensive lineman Bryce Perry-Wright, a senior committed to Texas A&M and Dre Quinn, a senior edge headed to Clemson, caused havoc all night as they helped lead a defense that shut down the Cadet run game, while keeping the pressure on Benedictine quarterback Stephen Cannon, the senior headed to Texas Tech.
    Senior offensive lineman Graham Houston, a UGA commit, helped pave the way for the Wolves ground game as a number of backs had impact performances. Dylan McCoy, a senior committed to NC State, rushed for 90 yards and a pair of scores on 10 carries, while his classmate Tyriq Green (Georgia) ran eight times for 44 yards and two scores. Brian Stokes added 57 yards on five carries as the Wolves rushed for 235 yards on the night.
    Senior quarterback Dayton Raiola (Nebraska) was 5 of 10 passing for 114 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Braylon Williams had two catches for 75 yards, including a 40-yard touchdown, and Cameron Hurst had a scoring grab.
    Benedictine's LaDamion Guyton zeros in on Buford's Dylan McCoy during Benedictine's home opener on Friday, August 22, 2025 at Memorial Stadium.
    Benedictine was held to 57 yards rushing and 104 yards of total offense. Junior Stanley Smart Jr. rushed for 59 yards on 17 carries. Cannon connected with a wide open Bubba Frazier, the senior committed to Notre Dame, for a 24-yard score midway through the first quarter as the Cadets tied the game at 7-7, but Buford took control after that with 35 straight points. Cannon slipped out of a tackle and scored from four yards out with 4:43 left for the final points of the game.
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    The Cadets were coming off a 27-24 loss on a last second field goal at Colquitt County last week in a game where BC was flagged 15 times, many for unsportsmanlike conduct. BC had just two penalties for 20 yards against Buford, and Britt said that was a positive he can take from the game.
    "I don't think I saw anything that really impressed me tonight," Britt said of the Cadets performance. "But I’m proud of them and I love them and we’re going to be a very good football team. That’s what I told them, and when we get in our division, it will be a completely different look."
    Benedictine's Bubba Frazier looks for some running room during Benedictine's home opener against Buford on Friday, August 22, 2025 at Memorial Stadium.
    Buford coach Bryant Appling is in his seventh year leading the Wolves. He led Buford to state titles in his first three seasons, and to the semifinals in 2024. Last year, Benedictine traveled to Buford and nearly upset the Wolves in a 29-28 setback. Buford christened a state-of-the-art $62 million stadium with a win over Milton last week in a game that was televised on ESPN2.

    "I've know Coach Britt for a long time and I respect the heck out of him," Appling said. "He coaches his kids up and they know what they want to do and they do it well. Their quarterback (Cannon) is one of the best we've seen and they have a balanced football team. But we got some great play from our defense tonight with Perry-Wright and Quinn leading the way.
    "I was impressed with our focus on the road," Appling said. "We had a five-hour road trip this morning. Sometimes we like to stay the night before, but we didn’t this time to see if they could handle some adversity, then they got even more with all the weather delays — but sometimes that seems to make us even more focused. We’ll pull out of here at 1 a.m. and get home at 6 in the morning, so I’m really proud of how we played tonight."
    Benedictine (0-2) will be on the road to face Burke County next week. Buford (2-0) has a bye before hosting Roswell on Sept. 5.


  • BC vs Colquitt

    Benedictine at Colquitt County
    When, where: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Tom White Field at Mack Tharpe Stadium, Moultrie
    Records, rankings: Benedictine (7-5 in 2024) is No. 2 in Class 4A; Colquitt County (8-4 in 2024) is No. 7 in 6A.
    Things to know: Both had off seasons in 2024, but all signs point toward their revivals. Benedictine finished 7-5, ending a streak of three 13-win seasons that included 2021 and 2022 state titles. Stephen Cannon, a quarterback committed to Texas Tech, was injured late in the 2024 regular season and did not return. He’ll be joined in the comeback by preseason all-state players Bubba Frazier, Kameron Cody and LaDamion Guyton. Despite the 2024 turmoil and tough schedule, Benedictine still managed to reach the Class 4A quarterfinals. Colquitt County had won 13 and 12 games in Sean Calhoun’s first two seasons but slid to 8-4 after graduating most of its offensive weapons and starting a freshman quarterback, Cohen Lawson. Colquitt County’s most conspicuous player is RB Jae Lamar, who has committed to Georgia. He rushed for 885 yards in his first season of high school football. He has run a 4.36-second 40-yard dash. Both teams played national programs in their openers last season but did not renew those (Colquitt County vs. West of Utah and Benedictine vs. Rabun Gap), opening up their schedules to play each other. 
    In 1951, Benedictine played Moultrie High School to a 13-13 tie. At that time, Moultrie High School was the primary high school serving Colquitt County. Then in 1968, Colquitt County High School. was opened their doors to the students of their county. So while Benedictine has never officially played "Colquitt County High School", it has played against the predecessor school that served the same community — Moultrie High.

  • BC Approach to the 2025 Season

    The Benedictine football team is coming off a 7-5 season that might seem disappointing at first glance as it followed three straight 13-win campaigns that included back-to-back state titles. But a deeper look shows that the Cadets never stopped fighting to reach the Class 4A state quarterfinals as a No. 3 seed playing one of the state's toughest schedules.
    And the Cadets dealt with adversity as starting quarterback Stephen Cannon was injured in the sixth game of the season, returning to action in the season-ending playoff loss at Blessed Trinity.
    The Cadets lost some big-time talent to graduation in edge Third Scroggins (Miami), offensive tackle Jacobe Ward (Auburn) and kicker Connor Ferguson, who signed as a preferred walk-on with Georgia.
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  • Five Star Guyton Selects Texas Tech

    Benedictine junior LaDamion Guyton, the 5-star edge and consensus No. 1 overall recruit in the country, announced his commitment to play at Texas Tech in a ceremony in the BC gym. Guyton, who played at Savannah Christian for his first two seasons before transferring to the Cadet program, has a plethora of Power 4 offers, including Alabama, Oregon, LSU, USC, Auburn, North Carolina and Georgia, which extended Guyton his first offer in June of 2023, the summer before he started his prep career with SCPS.
    He announced his Final Four teams of Georgia, Texas Tech, Tennessee, and South Carolina before selecting Texas Tech.  Guyton said his commitment came after an intense recruiting process.
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  • SMN Top Linebackers and Defensive Linemen

    The front seven of a high school defense is an important unit on any successful high school football team, as players must have the toughness to play in the trenches where games are won and lost.
    There are a number of impact players at linebacker and on the defensive lines of Savannah area schools that are coming back this season ready to have huge impacts with their teams.
    Benedictine is blessed with an abundance of talent up front with a 5-star edge in LaDamion Guyton, who is teaming up with 4-star tackle Kam Cody, a senior who has committed to play at Clemson. A senior leader on the team is Larson Little. 
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  • SMN Top Returning Running Backs

    The anticipation is building as the high school football regular season in Georgia is set to kickoff on Friday, Aug. 15. Padded practices start this week as teams, players and coaches continue to put in the work they hope will lead to memorable seasons and playoff success. Running backs are always in the spotlight and there are a number of talented ball carriers returning in the Greater Savannah area. Stanley Smart Jr. is racking up the recruiting interest before starting his junior season as he holds offers including Auburn, Duke, Texas Tech, Georgia Tech and Minnesota. He led the Cadets with 730 yards rushing, with three touchdowns and also caught six passes for 83 yards and another score. Notre Dame commit Bubba Frazier is better known as a receiver, the position he is set to play with the Fighting Irish, but he is also a game breaker carrying the ball for the Cadets. He rushed for 554 yards and eight touchdowns last season to go along with his 43 receptions for 709 yards and four scores as he earned All-Greater Savannah first-team honors. Go Cadets!

  • Stanley Smart Spotlighted by Savannah Morning News

    Benedictine running back Stanley Smart Jr. is recognized for his ability to make big plays and his blazing speed. Last spring, Smart ran a personal best of 10.63 in the 100 meters and finished sixth in the Class 4A state meet in that event, while also running legs on the Cadet 4x100 and 4x200 meter relay teams that won gold medals.
    Cadet football coach Danny Britt loves having that kind of explosiveness in his offense, but said Smart, a rising junior, is also a complete football player who checks all the boxes.
    "Stanley is very fast, but he's also very physical," Britt said. "He's just under 200 pounds now at 5-foot-11, and it's solid muscle. He's dedicated to the weight room and getting stronger every day. He's in our Iron Cadet Elite Club with a bench of more than 300 pounds, a squat around 450, and a power clean in the 300-pound range. He's tough to bring down, and we're expecting great things from him this year."
    As a sophomore, Smart led the Cadets with 730 yards rushing, with three touchdowns on the ground. He also caught six passes for 83 yards and a score.
    College recruiters have taken notice and Smart holds 11 offers, including Georgia Tech, Auburn, Duke, Texas Tech and Minnesota.
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  • Top Returning Linemen

    Offensive linemen often don't receive the same recognition as skill position players, but their contributions are crucial to building a successful football team. They take pride in doing the dirty work, developing as a unit with a diverse range of skills, and playing with a high football IQ. Getting the job done in the trenches is a big part of winning on Friday nights. Senior Caiou Hall and Junior Collyn Ward were selected as top returning linemen.
    The 6-4, 330-pounder injured his knee on the sixth play of the Cadets' opener against Rabun Gap last year and missed the rest of the season. The senior is on the mend and ready for BC's season opener at Colquitt County. He has offers from Kentucky, Georgia State, and Western Kentucky. Ward, the 6-2, 285-pounder is versatile and expected to be a key contributor this year for the Cadets. 
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  • GHSA Preseason Ranking

  • Excitement in the Air

    The 2025 football schedule is packed with exciting matchups and formidable opponents—but one game stands out above the rest. Unless you're a die-hard road warrior, make sure you're in the stands for the showdown against Buford. It's already the talk of the community!
    Buford, a powerhouse in GHSA AAAAAA, made it to the State Semifinals last year before falling to Carrollton. The Cadets gave Buford a run for their money in last season’s thriller on the road, narrowly losing 29–28 in a hard-fought battle.
    This year, with home-field advantage and unfinished business, it’s shaping up to be a game you won’t want to miss.
    Support your Cadets—Let’s pack the stands!

  • SMN Defensive Backs to Watch

    There is an abundance of top-notch talent in the Greater Savannah area, with players racking up offers before they even don pads for the 2025 season. Cadets are the best of the Best!
    Micah Williams, Class of 2026
    Williams recently committed to play at Appalachian State, switching up his choice after initially committing to James Madison. He was an All-Greater Savannah first-team pick as a junior when he had 74 tackles, with five passes defended and four interceptions. He also had five receptions for 100 yards and a pair of scores, and is expected to take on a bigger role offensively with BC this season. 
    Wyatt Estabrook, Class of  2026
    Estabrook had 62 tackles and picked off six passes last season for the Cadets, including three in a playoff win over Southwest DeKalb. He had six other passes defended on the season. Estabrook was also an All-Greater Savannah Lacrosse Player of the Year as a junior.
    JoJo Sutton, Class of 2026
    Sutton had 55 tackles with six for losses last season and broke up five passes while causing a pair of fumbles. He also ran for 93 yards and a score last year. He has an offer from Eastern Kentucky University.

  • SMN Quarterbacks to Watch for Fall 2025

    In recent years, the Greater Savannah area has become a hotbed of quarterback talent with players such as Benedictine alums Luke Kromenhoek (now at Mississippi State) and Holden Geriner (now at Texas State after playing at Auburn). And the wealth of talent is still evident as the 2025 season is set to begin in August.
    We took a look at the best returning quarterbacks to watch in the Greater Savannah area. Here are the top signal callers in the area as the high school football season approaches.  Out of the ten quarterbacks recognized, two are Cadets!
    Stephen Cannon, Class of 2026,  was a standout in his first season starting for the Cadets as he showed off his athleticism with a rifle arm, ability to run and high football IQ. His season was limited to seven games due to an injury that he fought through to return from in the last game of the season. He threw for 1,352 yards with 11 touchdowns and five interceptions and ran for 147 yards and three scores. He has committed to play at Texas Tech.
    Omari Burse, Class of 2027, was thrust into the starting role when Cannon was hurt last season and performed well, completing 62% of his passes for 988 yards with eight touchdowns and four interceptions, with a pair of rushing touchdowns. He helped lead the Cadets to a pair of playoff wins. Burse is also an outstanding baseball player. 
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    Head Coach:  John Britt
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    Assistant Coach:  Trevor Coleman
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    Coach:  Caleb Collins
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    Assistant Coach:  Alfred DeFilippis
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    Coach:  Levi Edwards
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    Coach:  Patrick Fogarty
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    Assistant Coach:  Galen Houston
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    Coach:  Susan Johnson
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    Coach:  Edward Livingston
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    Coach:  Stephen Reich
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    Coach:  Brian Tuten
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Benedictine Military School
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