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Grace Academy continues to adjust to D-II

Grace quarterback Cade Tinsley (9) breaks into the open behind the blocking of Jimmy Green (22). The Boyd-Buchanan Buccaneers visited the Grace Baptist Academy Eagles in TSSAA football action of September 22, 2017.
Grace quarterback Cade Tinsley (9) breaks into the open behind the blocking of Jimmy Green (22). The Boyd-Buchanan Buccaneers visited the Grace Baptist Academy Eagles in TSSAA football action of September 22, 2017. Grace quarterback Cade Tinsley (9) breaks into the open behind the blocking of Jimmy Green (22). The Boyd-Buchanan Buccaneers visited the Grace Baptist Academy Eagles in TSSAA football action of September 22, 2017.

By Stephen Hargis 2 min read

GRACE ACADEMY GOLDEN EAGLES

Head coach: Bob Ateca (29-55 in eight years here and overall)

Returning starters: 7 offensive, 7 defensive

Key players: Adam Echols (5-10, 170), Noah Grey (5-7, 160), OL/DL Matt Lindon (5-11, 225), Ryan Merritt (5-7, 160), QB/DB Cade Tinsley (6-2, 180).

Team strengths: There are 13 seniors on a roster of 30, with several of those having three years starting experience. Even those who won’t start will get plenty of action.