Clifton Ridge Middle opened its home schedule Aug. 31 with an 8-2 win against Pike County. The victory came after multiple defensive stands kept the Pirates out of the end zone prior to a second-half touchdown to give CRMS the lead for good. CRMS, which hosted Upson Lee this past Wednesday, plays Gray Station this week. GSMS played this past Wednesday at Henderson and at Upson Lee the week before. Photos by BRAD HARRISON/Staff