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After finishing as Class AA state runners-up last season, the Morgan County softball team will be looking to regain the title it last won in 2024. CONTRIBUTED

After finishing as Class AA state runners-up last season, the Morgan County softball team will be looking to regain the title it last won in 2024. CONTRIBUTED

Lady Dogs build chemistry before season

Lance McCurley
Thursday, July 16, 2026
After a season that ended one victory short of winning back-to-back state championships, the Morgan County softball team is using the summer months to prepare for a new challenge in 2026.Head coach Chad Pigg said the program that finished as Class AA state runners-up last season is sticking with...
Lake Oconee Academy volleyball poses for a team photo during its three-day intensive camp at Mercer University in Macon. The Titans used the camp as an opportunity to prepare for the 2026 season while continuing to build chemistry, communication and team culture. CONTRIBUTED

Lake Oconee Academy volleyball poses for a team photo during its three-day intensive camp at Mercer University in Macon. The Titans used the camp as an opportunity to prepare for the 2026 season while continuing to build chemistry, communication and team culture. CONTRIBUTED

Seven seniors lead LOA volleyball’s championship chase

Lance McCurley
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Lake Oconee Academy volleyball enters the 2026 season with a veteran roster, a strong team culture, and championship aspirations.The Titans return one of their most experienced groups in program history, led by seven seniors who have embraced the responsibility of setting the standard for the...
Gatewood junior Brady Haley will play a key role on both sides of the ball this season as the Gators look to compete for a state championship. CONTRIBUTED

Gatewood junior Brady Haley will play a key role on both sides of the ball this season as the Gators look to compete for a state championship. CONTRIBUTED

Haley eager to help Gators take next step

Lance McCurley
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Football season doesn't begin when the lights shine on Friday nights for Gatewood junior Brady Haley.It starts with the extra work no one sees.Whether it's running drills on weekends, sharpening his footwork, or preparing for another season of playing nearly every snap, the two-way player for the...
Morgan County’s Addisyn Freeman (3) guards Whitley Crumbley during a recent scrimmage. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County’s Addisyn Freeman (3) guards Whitley Crumbley during a recent scrimmage. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Lady Dogs scrimmage under new leadership

Skyla Morris
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Morgan County’s girls’ basketball team held its annual Red and White Scrimmage on June 24 in the school’s competition gym.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

Smith: Jim Minter

Loran Smith
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Then he sprang to his feet and said, “Come, let me show you my mule.”They walked outside, where a limp-looking mule stood as though he might collapse at any minute.“I’d like to sell you my mule,” the governor said.“How much do you want for him?” the man asked.“Five hundred dollars.”The man stared...
Kaitlyn Mamay delivers a pitch during the 2025 season for Lake Oconee Academy. The junior returns as the reigning Region Pitcher of the Year and will play a key role as the Titans look to make a deeper postseason run in 2026. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Kaitlyn Mamay delivers a pitch during the 2025 season for Lake Oconee Academy. The junior returns as the reigning Region Pitcher of the Year and will play a key role as the Titans look to make a deeper postseason run in 2026. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Titans reload with depth, look ahead to Columbus

Lance McCurley
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Lake Oconee Academy softball isn’t starting the summer in a rush.Instead, the Titans are taking a slower, more intentional approach to the offseason, one built around rest, recovery, and preparation for what head coach Glynn McDaniel believes could be a step forward for the program.McDaniel said...
Former Morgan County ace Ty Tillery recently showcased his talents at the MLB Draft Combine. CONTRIBUTED

Former Morgan County ace Ty Tillery recently showcased his talents at the MLB Draft Combine. CONTRIBUTED

Tillery showcases talent at MLB Draft Combine

Skyla Morris
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Former Morgan County right-handed pitcher Ty Tillery recently participated in the 2026 MLB Draft Combine, held June 23-26 in Phoenix.The Auburn signee played a key role in the Diamond Dogs’ 2026 state championship season and now faces a major decision: honor his Division I commitment or begin his...
Jon Harris Funderburke was named the Region Player of the Year and earned First Team All-State honors as a utility player. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Jon Harris Funderburke was named the Region Player of the Year and earned First Team All-State honors as a utility player. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Several Titans earn postseason honors

Lance McCurley
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Following a 20-9 campaign that included a third consecutive region championship and an Elite Eight appearance, Lake Oconee Academy baseball capped another strong season with multiple Titans earning All-Region and All-State honors.Upon reaching the Elite Eight, LOA’s postseason run ended against...
Morgan County senior King Hardy drives to the basket through defenders during an intrasquad scrimmage last week. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County senior King Hardy drives to the basket through defenders during an intrasquad scrimmage last week. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County boys basketball ready for next chapter

Lance McCurley
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Replacing a senior class that helped deliver a state championship is never easy.Still, Morgan County head coach Cody Anderson believes the Bulldogs are proving this summer that the program’s foundation remains firmly in place.Coming off the GHSA Class 2A state championship, Morgan County graduated...
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