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Smith: Satchel Paige

Loran Smith
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Earlier this month, a friend forwarded an internet recap of the day the Atlanta Braves signed Satchel Paige to a contract that enabled him to receive a Major League pension.At the time, Paige needed 158 days to qualify for his pension.
Morgan County wide receiver Cole Wesley fights for extra yardage during a scrimmage against Cherokee Bluff on Aug. 13. JATAVIOUS WARD/Contributed

Morgan County wide receiver Cole Wesley fights for extra yardage during a scrimmage against Cherokee Bluff on Aug. 13. JATAVIOUS WARD/Contributed

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‘Dogs find positives, areas to improve after Cherokee Bluff scrimmage

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 20, 2026
There were plenty of things for Morgan County to like, and plenty to clean up after Friday night’s scrimmage against Cherokee Bluff.The Bulldogs didn’t get the start they wanted, falling behind 14-0 against a physical Class 5A team.
Lily Arthur takes a swing at the plate for Gatewood as the Gators continue their strong start to the season. Arthur has helped lead the way both at the plate and in the circle during Gatewood’s three-game winning streak. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Lily Arthur takes a swing at the plate for Gatewood as the Gators continue their strong start to the season. Arthur has helped lead the way both at the plate and in the circle during Gatewood’s three-game winning streak. TREY NORRIS/Staff

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Gatewood softball off to solid start

Lance McCurley
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Gatewood softball has turned a competitive start into a strong early-season run.The Gators entered Monday, Aug. 17, at 1-2 overall after dropping a pair of close games, but they left the day with a three-game winning streak and a 3-2 record.Gatewood opened the season Aug.
LOA volleyball has bounced back in a big way. After opening the season 0-2, the Titans have won four straight and are finding their rhythm heading into the rest of the season. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

LOA volleyball has bounced back in a big way. After opening the season 0-2, the Titans have won four straight and are finding their rhythm heading into the rest of the season. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

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LOA volleyball finds rhythm after rough start

Lance McCurley
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Lake Oconee Academy volleyball has already faced its share of adversity this season, but the Titans have responded as head coach Chris Ingle hoped.After opening the season with losses to Athens Academy and East Jackson, LOA bounced back with four straight victories.
Morgan County quarterback Gunner Braswell (11) tosses a pass downfield over a defender during practice earlier this month. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County quarterback Gunner Braswell (11) tosses a pass downfield over a defender during practice earlier this month. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Dogs ready for final tuneup against Cherokee Bluff

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Morgan County will get one final opportunity to test itself before the games begin to count.The Bulldogs travel to face Class 4A Cherokee Bluff on Aug. 13 for a preseason scrimmage, giving them a chance to experience a game-like atmosphere before opening the regular season Aug.
Gatewood running back Brady Haley runs downfield behind his blockers during a preseason scrimmage July 31. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Gatewood running back Brady Haley runs downfield behind his blockers during a preseason scrimmage July 31. TREY NORRIS/Staff

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Preparation key to Gators’ early success

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Gatewood is heading into the regular season with a little more confidence after using a pair of preseason scrimmages to identify weaknesses and make improvements. The Gators hosted Edmund Burke Academy on July 31, before facing Central Fellowship Christian Academy in Eatonton last Friday.
LOA running back Griffin Stanford carries the ball downfield behind his blockers during a scrimmage Aug. 7. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

LOA running back Griffin Stanford carries the ball downfield behind his blockers during a scrimmage Aug. 7. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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LOA uses three-team scrimmage to prepare for season

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Lake Oconee Academy got an early taste of what Friday nights will look like this fall when the Titans hosted Bethlehem Christian and The Walker School for a three-team scrimmage at Titan Stadium.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

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Smith: On red-and-black — and silver

Loran Smith
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Fall football practice has begun, and the natives are restless — not with criticism, but with anticipation and expectations. This has been the way it is since shoulder pads were invented.
Morgan County’s Maeleigh Gibson swings at a pitch during the Dogs’ season-opening game against Walnut Grove. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County’s Maeleigh Gibson swings at a pitch during the Dogs’ season-opening game against Walnut Grove. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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Lady Dogs making ‘positive signs’

Skyla Morris
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Morgan County softball is currently underway in the 2026 season, with two games under its belt. The Dogs hosted Walnut Grove Aug. 6, securing a 10-1 victory over the Warriors, before taking the road to Prince Avenue Aug 10.
Greene County running back Johnathan Lawrence (27) prepares to stiff-arm a Hancock Central defender during last week’s scrimmage. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Greene County running back Johnathan Lawrence (27) prepares to stiff-arm a Hancock Central defender during last week’s scrimmage. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Tigers make statement in Hancock Central scrimmage

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Greene County opened a new era last Friday night with a dominant performance against rival Hancock Central in a preseason scrimmage.
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