CAIRO, Ga. — The Cairo Syrup Makers have positioned themselves as the early favorite in Class 4A Region 1, defeating Westover 25-0 on the road.

Defense holds Westover in check

The Makers’ front seven held the Patriots to under 100 yards of total offense despite missing pieces.

KJ Greene had a pass breakup before halftime and added a pick-six.

Perkins leads the offense

Laderrick Perkins scored two touchdowns on offense.

Cairo is unbeaten at 4-0 and earns WALB team of the week.

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