On Friday, Long County High School kicks off the 2017 football season by hosting Island’s High School (0-1) in Ludowici. Last year was a disappointing one for the Blue Tide as they were able to post only a 1-6-2 record after going into the season with high hopes. The dismal season resulted in former head coach Eric McNair stepping down, and the hiring of former Appling County head coach J.T. Pollock.