Harlem leads Greenbrier, 26-0, when weather forces cancellation Friday

Date: August 17, 2025

The Harlem Bulldogs (3A, Region 4) built a 26-0 lead over the Greenbrier Wolfpack (5A, Region 1) in the season opener for both teams before weather ended the game during the third quarter at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, on Friday night. Lightning in the area forced the first weather delay late in the second quarter with Harlem leading 20-0.  When play resumed, the Bulldogs continued their dominating offensive performance before the bad weather returned and forced the cancellation in the second half. 

Harlem kicks off to Greenbrier at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Greenbrier quarterback Parker Brantley (12) looks for an open receiver during a game against Harlem at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Harlem linebacker Rod Anderson (26) fights off a block by Greenbrier running back Cole Trupp (22) during a game at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Greenbrier running back Beau Polcha (0) catches a pass during a game against Harlem at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Greenbrier defenders tackle Harlem runner at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Harlem wide receiver Jayden Futrell (2) catches a long pass to set up a touchdown against Greenbrier at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Harlem running back Keaton Tillery (34) rushes for a touchdown against Greenbrier at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Greenbrier battles for for yardage against Harlem at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Greenbrier offensive line blocks against Harlem at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Harlem free safety Jayden Futrell (2) returns an interception during a game against Greenbrier at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Harlem wide receiver Joseph Clark (1) catches a touchdown pass during a game against Greenbrier at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Greenbrier quarterback Parker Brantley (12) hands off during a game against Harlem at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Greenbrier quarterback/punter Hayden Youmans (12) kicks during a game against Harlem at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Harlem running back Keaton Tillery (34) rushes for yardage during a game against Greenbrier at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Harlem running back Keaton Tillery (34) rushes for yardage during a game against Greenbrier at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Harlem running back Keaton Tillery (34) reaches the ball forward as he is pushed out of bounds during a game against Greenbrier at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Harlem running back gains yardage during a game against Greenbrier at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Harlem and Greenbrier battle during a game at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2015. (photo by Rob Davis)
Harlem running back Jax Stadler (13) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Greenbrier at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)
Harlem kicks extra point against Greenbrier at Bulldog Stadium in Harlem, Ga., on Friday, August 15, 2025. (photo by Rob Davis)

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