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A close-up of Morgan County's state championship ring. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

A close-up of Morgan County's state championship ring. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Diamond Dogs officially receive championship rings

Skyla Morris
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Nearly four months have passed since the Morgan County baseball team ended its 2026 season on the mountaintop, claiming the GHSA Class 2A baseball championship after sweeping Pierce County at Georgia Southern University on May 25.
Morgan County senior offensive lineman Drew Breda (52) lifts up senior receiver Cole Wesley (2) after he scored a touchdown in last Friday’s win over Eastside. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County senior offensive lineman Drew Breda (52) lifts up senior receiver Cole Wesley (2) after he scored a touchdown in last Friday’s win over Eastside. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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Bulldogs get statement win over Class 5A Eastside

Skyla Morris
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Morgan County made a statement on the road Friday night, using a physical rushing attack and a strong all-around performance to knock off Class 5A Eastside, 24-10.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

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Smith: Remembering '59

Loran Smith
Thursday, September 3, 2026
It has become customary in recent years for the leading football schools to open the season against a team perceived to have little or no chance of winning — the so-called “cupcake” games.However, you may recall that on Sept. 1, 2007, Appalachian State upset Michigan at Ann Arbor, 34-32.
LOA junior quarterback Jake McDonald completed 8 of 10 passes for 92 yards LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

LOA junior quarterback Jake McDonald completed 8 of 10 passes for 92 yards LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Titans overcome unknowns to roll past Greenville

Skyla Morris
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Lake Oconee Academy’s football team didn’t know exactly what to expect heading into Week 2 of the 2026 season.The Titans hit the road Aug. 28 for a cross-state matchup with Greenville, marking the first meeting between the two programs.
Gatewood quarterback Blake Brannen (10) rushes past Brentwood defenders in last Friday night's loss to the War Eagles. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Gatewood quarterback Blake Brannen (10) rushes past Brentwood defenders in last Friday night's loss to the War Eagles. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Gators get going but still seek first win

Ian Tocher
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Despite falling 49-27 to Brentwood last Friday night in Sandersville and dropping to 0-3 on the season, Gatewood head coach Jeff Ratliff said the Gators are showing signs of progress.All three defeats came against what Ratliff considers among the better programs his team will face this year.
Putnam County junior quarterback Caleb Reeves had a big night for the War Eagles in their Aug. 28 win over Hancock Central. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County junior quarterback Caleb Reeves had a big night for the War Eagles in their Aug. 28 win over Hancock Central. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

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Putnam County pounds Hancock Central, improves to 2-0

Lance McCurley
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Putnam County continued its strong start to the 2026 season, rolling through Hancock Central 55-6 to improve to 2-0 Friday night in Sparta.
Morgan County senior running back Alex Corrias (1) powers through the heart of the Eastside defense for a touchdown. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County senior running back Alex Corrias (1) powers through the heart of the Eastside defense for a touchdown. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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Bulldog makes statement with road win over Class 5A Eastside

Skyla Morris
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Morgan County made a statement on the road Friday night, using a physical rushing attack and a strong all-around performance to defeat Class 5A Eastside, 24-10.
Lake Oconee Academy junior quarterback Jake McDonald drops back to pass during a scrimmage against The Walker School on Aug. 7. McDonald completed 8 of 10 passes for 92 yards and rushed for a 1-yard touchdown in the Titans’ win over Greenville last Friday. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Lake Oconee Academy junior quarterback Jake McDonald drops back to pass during a scrimmage against The Walker School on Aug. 7. McDonald completed 8 of 10 passes for 92 yards and rushed for a 1-yard touchdown in the Titans’ win over Greenville last Friday. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

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Titans overcome unknowns, roll past Greenville

Skyla Morris
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Lake Oconee Academy’s football team didn’t know exactly what to expect heading into Week 2 of the 2026 season.The Titans hit the road Aug. 28 for a cross-state matchup with Greenville, marking the first meeting between the two programs.
Senior Avery Hill has been a key contributor for the Gators this season, including a standout performance in the team’s comeback win over Athens Christian on Aug. 18. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Senior Avery Hill has been a key contributor for the Gators this season, including a standout performance in the team’s comeback win over Athens Christian on Aug. 18. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

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Gatewood softball riding momentum into region play

Lance McCurley
Monday, August 31, 2026
Gatewood softball has found its stride at the right time.The Gators enter the week with a 7-3 overall record after winning three of their four games following a comeback victory over Athens Christian on Aug. 18.
Greene County junior Kaden Cummings (3) rushed for 96 yards on eight carries and scored two touchdowns, including the game-winning score, in the Tigers’ win over Wilkinson County on Aug. 28. MOMMA D'S PIX/Contributed

Greene County junior Kaden Cummings (3) rushed for 96 yards on eight carries and scored two touchdowns, including the game-winning score, in the Tigers’ win over Wilkinson County on Aug. 28. MOMMA D'S PIX/Contributed

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Tigers tame Wilkinson County for first win

Lance McCurley
Monday, August 31, 2026
Greene County found itself in an early hole last Friday night, but the Tigers never let the deficit shake their confidence.
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