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McCurley: Atlanta’s MLB All-Star festivities

Lance McCurley

Thursday, July 24, 2025

Last week, our state capital hosted Major League Baseball’s All-Star festivities, and I believe it was a big success.It would’ve been a whole lot better if the Braves didn’t suck and had more players competing, though.Regardless, the Home Run Derby was a fantastic start.

Morgan County pitcher Ryleigh Hilsman is primed to have a stellar senior campaign from the circle. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Lady Dogs determined to combat complacency

Lance McCurley

Thursday, July 24, 2025

The Morgan County softball team put together an impressive run at the state tournament in Columbus last year.

LOA quarterback Jake McDonald (1) rolls out of the pocket, looking to make a play downfield during last Thursday’s padded camp at Putnam County. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

LOA coaches challenge players at padded camp

Lance McCurley

Thursday, July 24, 2025

Lake Oconee Academy football wrapped up its summer schedule last week by competing in a padded camp.The Titans made the short drive to Eatonton on Tuesday and Thursday to participate in a camp at Putnam County High School alongside 10 other teams.

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Spike Dogs host youth camp

Lance McCurley

Thursday, July 17, 2025

New Morgan County High School volleyball head coach Alan Shultz had a chance to see what the future holds, as the team hosted a youth camp last week with a large number of kids in attendance.Nearly 100 girls packed the school’s competition gym to learn from their varsity and junior varsity peers.

Morgan County senior Brody Jenkins has already committed to play football at Army once he graduates next summer. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County's Brody Jenkins commits to Army

Lance McCurley

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Morgan County specialist Brody Jenkins has found his college home by recently committing to Army.A two-way player for the Dogs, Jenkins served as both a linebacker and long snapper, the position he expects to play at the next level. He chose the Black Knights over Auburn, Air Force, and Navy.

Bailey Pattison was one of LOA volleyball’s top contributors last season, and she returns for her senior campaign in 2025. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Lady Titans use summer to bond and develop

Lance McCurley

Thursday, July 17, 2025

The Lake Oconee Academy volleyball team used the summer to strengthen its bond and improve its skills.The Lady Titans have practiced weekly on the hardwood and have also done several team-bonding activities.

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton took the podium on Tuesday, July 15, to meet with reporters at the 2025 SEC Media Days event to discuss the upcoming season. Courtesy of UGA Athletics

Gunner Stockton takes on leadership role for Dawgs

Lance McCurley

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Last week, when Georgia announced that quarterback Gunner Stockton would be one of three players representing the Bulldogs at SEC Media Days, it was a bit of a shock since he hasn’t been named the starter.

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Smith: Jeff Wallace

Loran Smith

Thursday, July 17, 2025

There is more to the Jeff Wallace story than you probably know. First, there is his wife, Sabina, who, like Jeff, was a star athlete at UGA — both on scholarship — track for her, tennis for him.

Senior cornerback Daylen Everette will be among three players accompanying UGA head coach Kirby Smart at SEC Media Days this year. (Photo courtesy of UGA Athletics)

Georgia announces SEC Media Days players

Lance McCurley

Thursday, July 10, 2025

The SEC will host its annual football media days next week in Atlanta, from July 14 to 17, at the College Football Hall of Fame and the Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park.The Bulldogs are set to attend on Tuesday, July 15, alongside players and coaches from Auburn, Tennessee, and Texas.

Gatewood’s Colt Jenkins (left) and Landon Moreno hit the weights in preparation for the upcoming football season. IAN TOCHER/Staff

‘Improvement’ key to Gators’ success this season

Lance McCurley

Thursday, July 10, 2025

Gatewood’s football team continued its busy summer workout schedule this week.The Gators are in the weight room and conditioning on the field, hoping their efforts will pay off on the gridiron this fall.

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