A History of College Football in Georgia: Glory on the Gridiron

When teams meet on football fields across Georgia, it�� more than a game��t�� a battle for bragging rights and dominance in a state that prizes football above all other sports. Join seasoned Georgia sports journalist Jon Nelson as he tracks the history of college football statewide. Whether it�� Georgia Southern�� glory days with legendary coach Erk Russell, the bitter rivalry between Georgia Tech and the University of Georgia, the Mercer College team�� historic beginnings or Shorter University�� up-and-coming program, every team in Georgia makes the cut in this hard-hitting history. Enhanced by an appendix with each school�� records, championship statistics and coaching accomplishments, this is a book no Peach State football fan can do without.