Two Gilmer County athletes the coaches called “the hardest working guys we had on the football field” have signed letters of intent for the future college careers.

Russell Cochran, a team captain, has signed with Faulkner University. Cochran held 158 carries for 778 yards. He also rushed for over 1,600 yards as a Junior and holds two all region Running Back positions.

Thaddeus Bowers, also a team captain, has signed with Reinhardt University. Bowers played three positions as a senior. He collected 25 catches for 344 yards as a receiver, threw for over 500 yards and rushed for 328 yards as a quarterback, and pushed 23 tackles on defense and returned kicks. He also pulled all region position as both a Junior and Senior.

Both considered true leaders by their teammates and coaches, Athletic Director Rodney Thurman said he was “extremely proud of these two for choosing to continue their playing careers as well as attending great academic institutions.”