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Trinidad Chambliss, a transfer quarterback from Division II powerhouse Ferris State, has shined for Ole Miss in starter Austin Simmons’ absence. Courtesy of Ole Miss Athletics

Trinidad Chambliss, a transfer quarterback from Division II powerhouse Ferris State, has shined for Ole Miss in starter Austin Simmons’ absence. Courtesy of Ole Miss Athletics

Dawgs prepare for Ole Miss, QB Trinidad Chambliss

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 16, 2025
After a physical 20-10 win over Auburn, No. 9 Georgia will face another tough test in No. 5 Ole Miss this week.Despite being ranked below the Rebels (6-0, 3-0) in the AP Poll, the Bulldogs (5-1, 3-1) are favored by 6.5 points.
Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton (left) celebrates with tight end Oscar Delp (right) after icing the game with a 10-yard touchdown run late in the fourth quarter against Auburn. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton (left) celebrates with tight end Oscar Delp (right) after icing the game with a 10-yard touchdown run late in the fourth quarter against Auburn. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

The call that broke the Plainsmen

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 16, 2025
A controversial call during this year’s Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry between No. 10 Georgia and Auburn shifted the momentum in favor of the Bulldogs, helping them secure a 20-10 victory at Jordan-Hare Stadium.
An LOA defensive lineman attempts to bring down a Warren County ball carrier in last Friday’s region matchup. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

An LOA defensive lineman attempts to bring down a Warren County ball carrier in last Friday’s region matchup. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Screaming Devils win defensive battle over LOA

Skyla Morris
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Warren County defeated Lake Oconee Academy in a low-scoring affair last Friday night in Greensboro.The Screaming Devils’ defense held the Titans to just 114 overall yards of total offense in the 16-7 win.
Gatewood juniors Drew Burke (77) and Sean Bennett (12) share a moment during a break in play against Augusta Prep last month at Sammons Field in Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/File photo

Gatewood juniors Drew Burke (77) and Sean Bennett (12) share a moment during a break in play against Augusta Prep last month at Sammons Field in Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/File photo

Gatewood seeks bounce back after Briarwood loss

Ian Tocher
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Gatewood dropped a hard-fought 23–14 decision at home to Briarwood Friday night in a region game that head coach Jeff Ratliff called “a hard-nosed battle between two playoff teams.”The loss ended a three-game winning streak for the Gators, who fell to 3-5 overall and 2-1 in the region.
Lake Oconee Academy senior Beth Harris totaled two hits and scored two runs in the series sweep over Miller County on Monday. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Lake Oconee Academy senior Beth Harris totaled two hits and scored two runs in the series sweep over Miller County on Monday. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Lady Titans embark on playoff run

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 16, 2025
The Lake Oconee Academy softball team took care of business in the first round of the Class A Division II state playoffs.The No. 2 seed Lady Titans put on an offensive showcase, scoring 18 runs in two games to sweep No. 3 seed Miller County.
Morgan County junior Mary Faulker is one of the team’s most reliable players and was a key part of the successful postseason last year, which led to a state championship. LANCE McCURLEY/File photo

Morgan County junior Mary Faulker is one of the team’s most reliable players and was a key part of the successful postseason last year, which led to a state championship. LANCE McCURLEY/File photo

Lady Dogs capture third-straight region title, begin playoff run

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Morgan County recently captured its third straight region championship under head coach Chad Pigg.The Lady Dogs finished region play with a 9-1 record, with their only loss coming to Jackson on Sept. 16.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

Smith: Sports clubs

Loran Smith
Thursday, October 16, 2025
While I have not conducted any definitive research, the South seems to be the only region of the country where touchdown and quarterback clubs continue to flourish.For years, there were marquee clubs in big cities with expansive budgets that honored professional, college, and high school athletes.
Georgia wide receiver London Humphreys (16) tries to stay in bounds while fighting off Kentucky defensive back JQ Hardaway (6). LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Georgia wide receiver London Humphreys (16) tries to stay in bounds while fighting off Kentucky defensive back JQ Hardaway (6). LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Fast start for Dawgs leads to Kentucky rout

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Georgia performed well on both sides of the ball against Kentucky on Saturday, leading to a 35-14 win. The No.
Containing Auburn quarterback Jackson Arnold will go a long way toward success for the Bulldogs this coming Saturday at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Courtesy of Auburn Athletics

Containing Auburn quarterback Jackson Arnold will go a long way toward success for the Bulldogs this coming Saturday at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Courtesy of Auburn Athletics

Georgia defense needs to step up against Auburn

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 9, 2025
The Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry will be played for the 130th time this week when Auburn and Georgia meet Saturday night in Alabama.The Tigers (3-2, 0-2) have had an up-and-down season under head coach Hugh Freeze.
Lake Oconee Academy quarterback Jake McDonald (1) attempts to shake a defender as he tries to pick up a first down with his feet. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Lake Oconee Academy quarterback Jake McDonald (1) attempts to shake a defender as he tries to pick up a first down with his feet. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Titans fall 26-10 to Washington-Wilkes

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Lake Oconee Academy fell just short in its region opener against Washington-Wilkes on Oct. 3.The game remained competitive until midway through the fourth quarter, when the Titans put themselves at risk.
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