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Gatewood senior Presley Moss runs her part of a relay race at a home meet earlier this season. CONTRIBUTED

Gatewood senior Presley Moss runs her part of a relay race at a home meet earlier this season. CONTRIBUTED

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Gatewood track & field squad off to strong start

Lance McCurley
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Gatewood’s track and field teams are off to an impressive start to the regular season, with both the boys and girls squads showing promise under the guidance of head coach Jeff Ratliff.On the girls’ side, the Gators have already made a statement.
Senior Rob Bennett (12) dribbles the ball past a defender. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Senior Rob Bennett (12) dribbles the ball past a defender. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Morgan County boys shift focus to playoffs

Lance McCurley
Thursday, April 9, 2026
The Morgan County boys soccer team entered this spring knowing it would look different.After graduating a large senior class from a program that had won five straight region titles, head coach Aaron Paul understood this season would bring new challenges.
Greene County’s Justin Knight had a stellar performance on the mound for the Tigers against Cedar Shoals on April 1. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Greene County’s Justin Knight had a stellar performance on the mound for the Tigers against Cedar Shoals on April 1. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Tigers rally to get first W of season

Lance McCurley
Thursday, April 9, 2026
The Greene County baseball team refused to quit — and was finally rewarded for it.Facing a massive early deficit on the road, the Tigers stormed back to defeat Cedar Shoals 17-13 on April 1, earning their first win of the season dramatically.
Former Major League Baseball players (l-r) Mike Fischlin, Stephen Drew, Glenn Hubbard, Bruce Benedict and J.D. Drew pose for photos next to Field 3 at the Greene County Recreation Complex during last year’s Fisch Camp. FILE PHOTO

Former Major League Baseball players (l-r) Mike Fischlin, Stephen Drew, Glenn Hubbard, Bruce Benedict and J.D. Drew pose for photos next to Field 3 at the Greene County Recreation Complex during last year’s Fisch Camp. FILE PHOTO

Fisch Camp returns to Greene County with MLB stars for youth baseball clinic

News Staff
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Former Major League Baseball player and Greene County resident Mike Fischlin is partnering with the Greene County Recreation Department to host the third annual Fisch Camp, a one-day junior baseball camp.
Greene County recently announced the hiring of Chris MacFarland as its new head football coach. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Greene County recently announced the hiring of Chris MacFarland as its new head football coach. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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New Greene coach talks about why he took the job

Lance McCurley
Thursday, April 2, 2026
When Greene County named Chris MacFarland its new head football coach, it wasn’t just filling a vacancy — it was bringing in a leader with a clear vision for building a winning program.For MacFarland, the decision to take over the Tigers came down to people and potential.
LOA’s Dylan Hiter (5) on the mound against Greene County on March 24. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

LOA’s Dylan Hiter (5) on the mound against Greene County on March 24. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Titans surge into region title push

Lance McCurley
Thursday, April 2, 2026
The Lake Oconee Academy baseball team is hitting its stride just as region play enters the final stretch.The Titans entered the week ranked No. 2 in Class A Division II, riding an eight-game winning streak with a 13-3 overall record and an 8-1 mark in region play.
Morgan County senior Jamari Munday placed seventh in the discus throw last week at the 2026 Monticello Invitational. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County senior Jamari Munday placed seventh in the discus throw last week at the 2026 Monticello Invitational. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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Morgan T&F gains momentum as postseason nears

Skyla Morris
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Nearly two months into the season, the Morgan County track and field team has moved past the halfway point of its regular schedule.With the postseason approaching, head coach Kelan Fraise said he has seen steady improvement across the board.
Lili Nelson tees off, driving her shot down the fairway. CONTRIBUTED

Lili Nelson tees off, driving her shot down the fairway. CONTRIBUTED

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LOA girls golf dominates, ranked No. 1 in state

Lance McCurley
Thursday, April 2, 2026
The Lake Oconee Academy girls golf team continues to establish itself as one of the top programs in the state, turning in another dominant stretch of performances against elite competition.
Backed up by supportive family members, Morgan County senior Camryn Scherer (center, grey shirt), is enthusiastic about continuing her scholastic and athletic careers at Lander University in South Carolina. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Backed up by supportive family members, Morgan County senior Camryn Scherer (center, grey shirt), is enthusiastic about continuing her scholastic and athletic careers at Lander University in South Carolina. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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Dennard, Scherer to represent Spike Dogs at next level

Skyla Morris
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Morgan County’s volleyball program recently recognized two of its athletes who are set to continue their careers at the collegiate level.
Cyndey Burke brings the ball up the floor for the Lady Dogs during a game earlier this season. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Cyndey Burke brings the ball up the floor for the Lady Dogs during a game earlier this season. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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Morgan’s Burke signs with Chattahoochee Valley

Skyla Morris
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Morgan County girls basketball senior Cydney Burke has sealed her plans to play the sport at the college level.The standout guard signed her letter of intent in a brief ceremony on March 27 and will continue her athletic and academic career at Chattahoochee Valley Community College in Alabama.
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