High school basketball playoffs: Defending state champs dominate Ridgeland in the second round! - Gainesville Times

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High school basketball playoffs: Defending state champs dominate Ridgeland in the second round!

Cherokee Bluff's Bristol Kersh (13) goes in for a basket against Ridgeland during the second round of the Class 3A state playoffs Feb. 27, 2026 in Flowery Branch. Photo by Bill Murphy

Cherokee Bluff's Bristol Kersh (13) goes in for a basket against Ridgeland during the second round of the Class 3A state playoffs Feb. 27, 2026 in Flowery Branch. Photo by Bill Murphy

Cherokee Bluff got big scoring efforts from seniors Claire Carlson, Bristol Kersh in 66-34 win