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Harris signed his letter of intent in the Morgan County theater to announce that he will be playing for the Wolves next fall. CONTRIBUTED

Harris signed his letter of intent in the Morgan County theater to announce that he will be playing for the Wolves next fall. CONTRIBUTED

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Bulldogs’ punter signs with West Georgia

Brendan Koerner
Thursday, June 1, 2023
About a month ago, Morgan County senior and varsity punter Nolan Harris signed his letter of intent to play at the next level for the University of West Georgia in the fall.
Morgan County offensive coordinator Brett Bell during drills at spring practice on Monday, May 8. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County offensive coordinator Brett Bell during drills at spring practice on Monday, May 8. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

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Brett Bell named Morgan County's new offensive coordinator

Lance McCurley
Thursday, June 1, 2023
Morgan County football assistant coach Brett Bell is taking on a new role heading into the 2023 season. Bell was previously the defensive coordinator for the Bulldogs during the past few years but is now taking over the offensive coordinator position.
Lake Oconee Academy’s girls team made it to the GHSA Class A Division II semifinals after defeating Lanier County is straight matches the round before. CONTRIBUTED

Lake Oconee Academy’s girls team made it to the GHSA Class A Division II semifinals after defeating Lanier County is straight matches the round before. CONTRIBUTED

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LOA tennis racks up All-State honors

Brendan Koerner
Thursday, June 1, 2023
After having two successful seasons, members of the Lake Oconee Academy boys and girls tennis teams were honored for their outstanding play over the course of the regular season and the state playoffs.
From L to R: Morgan County boys' basketball head coach Cody Anderson, Todd Peaster, Harrison Peaster, and Lindsay Peaster during the Bulldogs' Senior Night ceremony on Feb. 3.

From L to R: Morgan County boys' basketball head coach Cody Anderson, Todd Peaster, Harrison Peaster, and Lindsay Peaster during the Bulldogs' Senior Night ceremony on Feb. 3.

Peaster inks with The Winchendon School

Lance McCurley
Thursday, June 1, 2023
Morgan County’s Harrison Peaster recently signed a letter of intent to continue his career at the next level. The now-graduated Bulldogs’ shooting guard is going to The Winchendon School in Massachusetts. He decided to go the preparatory school route because he values both education and sports.
The Lake Oconee Academy girls golf team raised its third straight state championship trophy after winning the GHSA Class A Division II title. CONTRIBUTED

The Lake Oconee Academy girls golf team raised its third straight state championship trophy after winning the GHSA Class A Division II title. CONTRIBUTED

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Lady Titans tee off for fifth-consecutive title

Brendan Koerner
Thursday, May 25, 2023
The Lake Oconee Academy girls’ golf team traveled to Thomson to play at the Belle Meade Golf Club for the GHSA Class A Division II state championship earlier this week. The Lady Titans came into the two-day event as the reigning two-time state champions and defended their title as such.
Morgan County running back Jaydon Dorsey (1) runs over a Walnut Grove defender. CHARLES JORDAN/Contributed

Morgan County running back Jaydon Dorsey (1) runs over a Walnut Grove defender. CHARLES JORDAN/Contributed

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Bulldogs play solid spring game, rout Walnut Grove

Lance McCurley
Thursday, May 25, 2023
Morgan County ended its spring camp on a positive note this past Friday with a win over Walnut Grove. The Bulldogs absolutely dominated the Class AAAA Warriors of Walton County with a 34-7 victory. “Overall, it was a really good spring. I thought our energy was good all camp long.
Lake Oconee Academy quarterback Ike O’Neal, who transferred from Morgan County, during throwing drills at a spring practice a few weeks ago. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Lake Oconee Academy quarterback Ike O’Neal, who transferred from Morgan County, during throwing drills at a spring practice a few weeks ago. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Titans end spring with scrimmage against Community Christian

Lance Mccurley_
Thursday, May 25, 2023
Lake Oconee Academy ended its spring with a scrimmage against Community Christian last week. Despite the score not being kept, it’s safe to say the Titans came out on top as their offense scored with ease, while the defensive unit didn’t allow the Knights past midfield all night.
The 2023 Tigers running out to take on the Washington County Golden Hawks for the team’s spring scrimmage. BRENDAN KOERNER/Staff

The 2023 Tigers running out to take on the Washington County Golden Hawks for the team’s spring scrimmage. BRENDAN KOERNER/Staff

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Tigers scrimmage Golden Hawks to end spring camp

Brendan Koerner
Thursday, May 25, 2023
After coming off one of its best seasons in recent memory, the Greene County football program began its spring camp just a few weeks ago. The Tigers got acclimated at the beginning of May and have been working out in the weight room and on the field ever since.
Morgan County senior Shawn Morgan (center) with Bulldogs’ head coach Cody Anderson (left) and assistant Vincent Rogers (right) during his signing ceremony. CONTRIBUTED

Morgan County senior Shawn Morgan (center) with Bulldogs’ head coach Cody Anderson (left) and assistant Vincent Rogers (right) during his signing ceremony. CONTRIBUTED

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Bulldogs’ Shawn Morgan signs with Montreat College

Brendan Koerner
Thursday, May 25, 2023
Morgan County senior Shawn Morgan Jr. recently signed his letter of intent to play basketball at the next level for Montreat College in North Carolina. Morgan, who signed with the Cavaliers last Friday, is a 6-foot-5 forward with raw athleticism and a great work ethic.
Coach Tim Imhof credits the program’s recent success to the senior group of Ciavola, Cantrell, Payne and Zahler, and believes they helped the team come together and play confidently all season. CONTRIBUTED

Coach Tim Imhof credits the program’s recent success to the senior group of Ciavola, Cantrell, Payne and Zahler, and believes they helped the team come together and play confidently all season. CONTRIBUTED

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Titans repeat as state champions

Brendan Koerner
Thursday, May 18, 2023
The Lake Oconee Academy boys tennis team traveled up to Berry College last Saturday to take on Taylor County for the GHSA Class A Division II state championship, and for the second year in a row, the Titans came out on top.
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