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Johnson football aims for 2-0 start against South Effingham on Friday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 2:13 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Johnson football aims for 2-0 start against South Effingham on Friday
Summary

The Johnson football team seeks to achieve a 2-0 start for the first time since 2009 as they travel to face South Effingham on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Johnson opened the season with a 20-6 victory over Savannah High, marking its first season-opening win since 2020. Head coach Steven Smith emphasizes the importance of this momentum for the program, while quarterback Shamari King looks to capitalize on his recovery from injury last season. Johnson aims to secure a playoff spot for the first time since 2021.

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  • •Johnson defeated Savannah High 20-6 in week 1.
  • •The team looks for its first 2-0 start since 2009.
  • •Johnson plays South Effingham, which is also 1-0.
  • •Kickoff for the game is set for Friday at 7:30 p.m.
  • •Quarterback Shamari King aims for a strong performance after recovery.
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  • 2:13 AMYahoo Sports — Johnson football seeks first 2-0 start since 2009
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The Johnson football team's journey to make the playoffs for the first time since 2021 started on a positive note with a Week 1 win.

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