Lakesides's first win this season could come against Butler

A.B.'s high school football picks

Last week's record: 3-1

Overall: 26-4

Burke County at Greenbrier

This is a huge game for the Wolfpack. The picture is pretty simple - a victory gives Greenbrier a chance to sneak in and steal a playoff spot in Region 3-AAAA. If the Pack loses, it would take a miracle to make it to the state playoffs.

The Bears will have some incentive to get star running back Miquel Payne going, because a win would make Burke playoff-bound.

Burke County 26, Greenbrier 23

Lakeside at Butler

The Panthers can call off the search - their first win of 2002 will come Friday against Butler. The Bulldogs have some very talented players, such as tailback Cornell Scales and linebacker Jonna Lee. However, Butler has had a miserable season. So has Lakeside, but the Panthers will put it together this week.

Lakeside 17, Butler 14

Jefferson County at Harlem

Harlem has won two straight Region 3-AAA games since a disappointing loss at Washington County. This week the Dogs will make it three in a row. Harlem has too much speed on offense for Jefferson County.

Harlem 30, Jefferson County 13

Augusta Christian at Riverside Military Academy

Augusta Christian football coach Bruce Lane has done a terrific job in his first season with the Lions. Lane's multi-faceted offensive scheme has helped AC put up some big point totals, including a 56-0 win last week over Eagle's Landing Christian Academy. Look for AC to keep rolling this week with an easy win at Riverside Military Academy.

Augusta Christian 34, Riverside Military Academy 13