PHOTOS: Southwest falls to B.E.S.T. in state title game

The Southwest Patriots fell to B.E.S.T. Academy 62-56 in the GHSA Class A Division 1 State Championship Saturday.

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The Southwest Patriots fell to B.E.S.T. Academy 62-56 in the GHSA Class A Division 1 State Championship Saturday. Photos by Mark Powell and Jason Vorhees

A basketball player wearing a white "Patriots" jersey with the number 0 shouts in celebration, clenching his fists. He has a white headband and curly hair, and his face shows intense emotion. Behind him, teammates in matching white uniforms and a crowd of fans, many dressed in red, cheer with raised arms. An opposing player in a dark uniform stands in the background.
A basketball game at Macon Coliseum with the crowd cheering, with many fans standing, raising their arms, and celebrating. Players on the court, wearing white and black uniforms, also react to the moment. The large arena is packed with spectators, and the excitement is visible throughout the scene.

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Jason is our photographer. An award-winning journalist, he has spent more than 25 years capturing the sights, sounds and people of Middle Georgia. He lives in Macon with his wife, Brandi, and their sons Cooper and Evan. Jason is an avid sports fan and bourbon aficionado.

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