The Dawson Co. Tigers lost to the Oconee Co. Warriors 42-7 in the second of the 3A football state playoffs. Sophomore Jaden Gibson scored the lone touchdown for the Tigers on a 37-yard reception in the fourth quarter.

Sophomore Jaden Gibson makes a move against an Oconee Co. defender.

Dawson Co. turned the ball over three times in the loss. On the other hand, the Warriors consistently moved the ball down the field with ease. They scored 21 points in the first half and led 21-0 at halftime.

Oconee Co. added three more touchdowns in the second half as they ended the Tigers’ season at 6-6. Dawson Co. finished 4-2 in Region 7-3A and advanced to the second round of the 3A state playoffs for the third consecutive year.