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Freshman running back Bo Walker (24), playing his first meaningful minutes for Georgia, made the time count with three touchdowns in a 35-3 rout of Charlotte. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Freshman running back Bo Walker (24), playing his first meaningful minutes for Georgia, made the time count with three touchdowns in a 35-3 rout of Charlotte. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Walker leads Georgia past 49ers

 Bo Walker had a breakout performance for No. 4 Georgia against Charlotte.The freshman running back scored three rushing touchdowns, achieving a hat trick to help the No. 4 Bulldogs comfortably defeat the 49ers 35-3 in the home regular-season finale Nov. 22 at Sanford Stadium.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (right) joins Georgia head coach Kirby Smart on the field on the field after the Bulldogs defeated Georgia Tech last season. FILE PHOTO

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (right) joins Georgia head coach Kirby Smart on the field on the field after the Bulldogs defeated Georgia Tech last season. FILE PHOTO

Dawgs, Yellow Jackets to renew Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate

After last season’s eight-overtime game, which featured a large halftime deficit, No. 4 Georgia (10-1) and No. 15 Georgia Tech (9-2) will renew their annual rivalry, called “Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate,” this Friday in Atlanta.
LOA sophomore Kaitlyn Mamay was named the Region Pitcher of the Year. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

LOA sophomore Kaitlyn Mamay was named the Region Pitcher of the Year. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

LOA softball racks up All-Region awards

The Lake Oconee Academy softball team had nine players garner All-Region honors following the 2025 season.Highlighting the postseason awards list for the Titans was Kaitlyn Mamay. She was named Region Pitcher of the Year following an impressive sophomore campaign.
The Wild Things concluded their inaugural season in Lake Oconee in late July. Four months later, the team’s owner, Corey Schachter plans to make changes including a new coach, and more opportunities for community interaction. SKYLA MORRIS/File photo

The Wild Things concluded their inaugural season in Lake Oconee in late July. Four months later, the team’s owner, Corey Schachter plans to make changes including a new coach, and more opportunities for community interaction. SKYLA MORRIS/File photo

Wild Things returning to Lake Country

The 2025 season marked a significant milestone for the Lake Oconee Wild Things baseball program as the collegiate baseball team relocated to Greensboro under new ownership after previously competing at Reinhardt University in Waleska.
Morgan County running back Christian Monfort (23) rushed for 102 yards on 18 carries and two touchdowns in a win over Miller Grove last Friday. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County running back Christian Monfort (23) rushed for 102 yards on 18 carries and two touchdowns in a win over Miller Grove last Friday. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Dogs win track meet over Wolverines, advance to second straight quarterfinal

Morgan County is headed back to the Class 2A quarterfinals for a second straight season.The No. 4 seed Dogs triumphed over No. 13 Miller Grove 49-28 on Nov. 21 to advance.“I’m just really proud of our guys,” Morgan County head coach Clint Jenkins said after the game.
Morgan County senior Cydney Burke, the team’s second-leading scorer last season, drives the lane in a scrimmage against Cedar Shoals on Nov. 4. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County senior Cydney Burke, the team’s second-leading scorer last season, drives the lane in a scrimmage against Cedar Shoals on Nov. 4. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan girls looking to replace production in 2025

The 2025-26 season for the Morgan County girls basketball team is underway.The Lady Dogs were ranked No. 7 in Class AA in SandysSpiel. com’s preseason rankings.
Georgia cornerback Demello Jones (15) totaled four tackles, including being credited with half a tackle for loss and a pass breakup against the Longhorns. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Georgia cornerback Demello Jones (15) totaled four tackles, including being credited with half a tackle for loss and a pass breakup against the Longhorns. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Georgia defense gets ‘down and dirty’ against Longhorns

Georgia delivered its best defensive performance of the season against Texas this past Saturday in a 35-10 win. The Longhorns struggled to get anything going offensively, as the Bulldogs’ defense was dominant.
Georgia tight end Lawson Luckie (7) celebrates after hauling in a six-yard touchdown catch against Texas. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Georgia tight end Lawson Luckie (7) celebrates after hauling in a six-yard touchdown catch against Texas. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

HORNS DOWN! Dawgs’ dominate 4th-quarter in win over Texas

Georgia put on a masterful display of domination Saturday night at home, especially in the fourth quarter of its 35-10 victory over Texas.The Bulldogs (9-1, 7-1), who led 14-10 going into the final quarter, performed better than the Longhorns when it mattered most.
Morgan County baseball seniors Hudson Reed (left), Caylem Richardson (middle), and Ty Tillery (right) held a signing ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 12, in the school’s auditorium. CONTRIBUTED

Morgan County baseball seniors Hudson Reed (left), Caylem Richardson (middle), and Ty Tillery (right) held a signing ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 12, in the school’s auditorium. CONTRIBUTED

Morgan County baseball players sign to play at next level

The Morgan County baseball team recently had three players sign letters of intent to play at the next level.On Nov. 12, seniors Ty Tillery, Caylem Richardson, and Hudson Reed held a signing ceremony in the school’s auditorium.
The 2025 State Champion Gatewood shotgun team was led by head coach Jacob Fried (far left), with help from Jason Cheek, Kevin Courchaine, Keith Davis, Jake Hill, Rich Lingle, Brandon Pierce, Walt Rocker, and John Wojtas. CONTRIBUTED

The 2025 State Champion Gatewood shotgun team was led by head coach Jacob Fried (far left), with help from Jason Cheek, Kevin Courchaine, Keith Davis, Jake Hill, Rich Lingle, Brandon Pierce, Walt Rocker, and John Wojtas. CONTRIBUTED

Gatewood shotgun wins state title – again

The Gatewood Gators shotgun team recently solidified its place among Georgia’s elite athletic programs, capturing its 10th state championship over the last 12 years.This latest title came on Nov.