Panthers one win from regional crown

Parkview fans have waited seven years for a trophy. That wait ends Friday night if the Panthers defeat North Gwinnett in a road game. A win would secure the Region 7-7A title for the first time since 2019.

The Panthers are currently ranked No. 10 in the state. They have won five of their last six games. Their most recent loss came to North Gwinnett, but they are coming off a 4-2 stretch of play.

Coach Adam Clack is leading this squad. He took the job after a stint in college ball at Charlotte and a role in a European professional league. Clack previously served as the head coach at Milton from 2017 to 2021. His record at Milton was 54-12, and his team won a state championship in 2018.

This is Clack's second season at Parkview. His first team went 4-6 last year. He says the difference this year is depth. "We have a lot of depth, a lot of versatility, a lot of competition," Clack said. "We have a lot of guys who can step up and be the guy."

Clack credits the coaching staff for the progress. He mentions specific staff members including Jon Lickly, Josh Trett, and Gage Zandon. He notes that the staff provides a different level of coaching and scheme than what the players experienced in previous seasons. "They have a lot of guys who can step up and be the guy," Clack said. "We have a lot of depth, a lot of versatility, a lot of competition."

The team has faced some adversity. Clack points to the loss to North Gwinnett as a turning point. "I think that game was a wake-up call for us," Clack said. "We came out and played with a lot of intensity. We were able to get the win and that gave us a lot of confidence."

Parkview has not had a regional title since 2019. The team has been in the running for the crown for much of the season. They have won five of their last six games. Their most recent loss came to North Gwinnett, but they are coming off a 4-2 stretch of play.

The Panthers are ranked No. 10 in the state. They have a strong defensive unit and a balanced offensive attack. Clack says the team is ready for the challenge. "We are going to go out there and play our best football," Clack said. "We are not going to let this one get away from us."

North Gwinnett is also in the mix for the title. They have a strong record and a talented roster. The game is scheduled for Friday night. The winner will claim the Region 7-7A crown.

Clack is optimistic about the team's chances. He says the players are motivated and focused. "We have a lot of guys who can step up and be the guy," Clack said. "We have a lot of depth, a lot of versatility, a lot of competition."

The Panthers have a lot to gain from a win. They would end a seven-year drought and secure a regional title. Clack says the team is ready for the challenge. "We are going to go out there and play our best football," Clack said. "We are not going to let this one get away from us."

The game is a crucial one for both teams. The winner will move on to the next round of the playoffs. Clack says the team is focused on the task at hand. "We have a lot of guys who can step up and be the guy," Clack said. "We have a lot of depth, a lot of versatility, a lot of competition."