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Garrett Milan, at 34, the oldest player on the Rock Lobsters’ roster, celebrates a third-period goal last Friday in the team’s 2025-26 season opener at Akins Ford Arena in Athens. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Garrett Milan, at 34, the oldest player on the Rock Lobsters’ roster, celebrates a third-period goal last Friday in the team’s 2025-26 season opener at Akins Ford Arena in Athens. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Rock Lobsters win home opener under new coach

Ian Tocher
Thursday, October 30, 2025
New Rock Lobsters general manager and head coach Garrett Rutledge has a perfect record so far in the 2025-26 Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL) season.
A Greene County defender sacks Lake Oconee Academy quarterback Jake McDonald (1). LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

A Greene County defender sacks Lake Oconee Academy quarterback Jake McDonald (1). LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Tigers pull away from Titans in second half

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 30, 2025
In a game with likely more penalties called than points scored, Greene County earned a 27-7 victory Oct. 24 over Lake Oconee Academy.The win was powered by a strong second-half effort from the Tigers, with a trip to the playoffs at stake.
Morgan County senior ace Ryleigh Hilsman returned to the circle last week in the Sweet 16 series against Hart County during the fourth inning of game two after missing the entire regular season due to an injury. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County senior ace Ryleigh Hilsman returned to the circle last week in the Sweet 16 series against Hart County during the fourth inning of game two after missing the entire regular season due to an injury. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

COLUMBUS BOUND! Lady Dogs dominate Hart to advance to Elite Eight

Skyla Morris
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
The Morgan County Softball team recently earned its spot in Columbus for the Class 2A Elite Eight, aiming to defend its 2024 state championship.The Lady Dogs dominated their second-round playoff series against Hart County on Oct. 22, sweeping the series 12-0 and 14-0.
The Morgan County Spike Dogs advanced to the Class AA state championship after defeating Savannah Arts Academy, the team they beat in last season's state title match, 3-1 on Saturday. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

The Morgan County Spike Dogs advanced to the Class AA state championship after defeating Savannah Arts Academy, the team they beat in last season's state title match, 3-1 on Saturday. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Spike Dogs headed back to state title

Lance McCurley
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Morgan County volleyball is headed back to the state championship match after a huge win on Saturday.The Spike Dogs defeated Savannah Arts Academy 3-1 (25-13; 18-25; 25-17; 25-20) in a rematch of last season’s state title.
Georgia tight end Lawson Luckie runs off the field with a smile after catching his third touchdown pass of the game. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Georgia tight end Lawson Luckie runs off the field with a smile after catching his third touchdown pass of the game. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Luckie, Stockton lead Georgia offense over Rebels

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 23, 2025
Gunner Stockton and Lawson Luckie delivered strong performances for Georgia in its 43-35 win over Ole Miss. The two Bulldogs played a key role in the team’s offensive success, totaling a season-high 510 yards against the Rebels on Saturday.
Georgia defensive lineman Quintavius Johnson (33) and linebacker CJ Allen (3) bring down an Ole Miss ball carrier. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Georgia defensive lineman Quintavius Johnson (33) and linebacker CJ Allen (3) bring down an Ole Miss ball carrier. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Dawgs complete comeback over Ole Miss

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 23, 2025
Georgia put on a clinic in the fourth quarter against No. 5 Ole Miss to earn a big, come-from-behind win.The Rebels led by nine points entering the final period of regulation, but the No. 9 Bulldogs scored 17 unanswered points to get the 43-35 victory.
Washington-Wilkes quarterback Mayson Mingle (1) stiff arms a Greene County defender. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Washington-Wilkes quarterback Mayson Mingle (1) stiff arms a Greene County defender. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Greene comes up short against Washington-Wilkes

Skyla Morris
Thursday, October 23, 2025
Greene County suffered a devastating loss to rival Washington-Wilkes for its Homecoming game on Oct. 18.Despite a closely contested game, the Tigers of Greensboro came up short in a 35-28 decision.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

Smith: Home tailgating

Loran Smith
Thursday, October 23, 2025
The tailgate parties, where football aficionados swarm with a passion, which have become centerpieces of campus scenes, don’t just take place near the confines of a stadium — the imposing edifice that originated with the Colosseum in Rome in 80 A.D.
The Morgan County volleyball team takes a photo after beating Pike County on Tuesday, pointing at senior Camryn Scherer, who wears the No. 4, signaling they’re moving on to the semifinals. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

The Morgan County volleyball team takes a photo after beating Pike County on Tuesday, pointing at senior Camryn Scherer, who wears the No. 4, signaling they’re moving on to the semifinals. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

‘Hard to kill’ Spike Dogs blaze way to Final Four

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 23, 2025
The Morgan County volleyball team returns to a familiar spot in the postseason after beating Pike County on Tuesday.The No. 1 seed Spike Dogs (31-12) easily defeated the No. 8 Lady Pirates in straight sets, moving on to the Final Four round of the Class AA state playoffs.
Morgan County's Ryleigh Hilsman races toward home plate to score a run. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County's Ryleigh Hilsman races toward home plate to score a run. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County softball sweeps Tattnall in first round

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
The Morgan County softball team (18-8) took care of business in the first round of the state playoffs last week.The No. 3 seed Spike Dogs swept No. 30 Tattnall County, winning 12-0 and 14-2 to advance to the next round.
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