The Trion Bulldogs begin their quest for a state football championship tonight as they host BEST Academy of Atlanta in the opening round of the Georgia High School Association Class A state playoffs.

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM at Sam R. McCain Stadium in Trion.

The Bulldogs enter the postseason with momentum following a convincing 40-7 victory over BEST Academy in last Friday night’s regular-season finale. Tonight’s game marks the second consecutive Friday the two teams have faced each other, but this time the stakes are much higher. The winner advances to the second round of the state playoffs, while the losing team’s season comes to an end.

Trion is also playing for a significant milestone in the school’s football history. The Bulldogs are just one victory away from recording the program’s 600th all-time win.

The Bulldogs have earned the number-eight seed in the Class A state playoff bracket, while BEST Academy enters as the number-25 seed.

Under head coach Sean Patrick, Trion has put together another successful season, including victories over Gordon Lee, Ridgeland, Dade County, Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe, Northview, Greenville, Manchester and BEST Academy.

The Bulldogs will be looking to take advantage of playing at home, where a victory would not only extend their season but also secure a place in the school’s football record books.

The winner of tonight’s game will advance to the second round of the state playoffs next Friday, November 20.

Fans unable to attend can follow the action on WZQZ FM 99.1, with coverage also available through WZQZ’s Facebook page.

Kickoff is set for 7:30 tonight as the Trion Bulldogs host BEST Academy in the first round of the Class A state playoffs.