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Bob Christmas humble in return to area as part of Northeast Georgia Preseason Kickoff Classic
Former North Hall coach led Jefferson Forest (Va.) against Gainesville High in scrimmage
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North Hall's Kyle Bacus (27) attempts to push his way through Flowery Branch's Anthony Woodall (44) and Jasen Johnson (7) during the Northeast Georgia Preseason Kickoff Classic at North Hall High School on Friday, August 14, 2015. North Hall faced off against Flowery Branch and Gainesville played against Jefferson Forrest High School during the preseason kickoff. - photo by Erin O. Smith
Standing in front of the field house named after him, Bob Christmas was back at The Brickyard on Friday. The silver-haired former North Hall coach leaned on the railing above the end zone, peering across the stadium many say he is responsible for building. Just below him hung a banner honoring the Trojans’ 2012 appearance in the state semifinals.
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