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Morgan County senior Abby Dennard has been a key piece to the team’s success this season. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Morgan County senior Abby Dennard has been a key piece to the team’s success this season. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

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Spike Dogs dominate path to win region title

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Morgan County’s volleyball team will head into the Class 2A state playoffs next week in a good spot.The Spike Dogs recently wrapped up the regular season with a 27-12 overall record and won the region championship with a perfect 5-0 mark.
Georgia defensive lineman Joseph Jonah-Ajonye (99) tries to get around Alabama offensive lineman Wilkin Formby (75) and make a tackle in the backfield. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Georgia defensive lineman Joseph Jonah-Ajonye (99) tries to get around Alabama offensive lineman Wilkin Formby (75) and make a tackle in the backfield. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Mistakes plague Dawgs against Crimson Tide

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Georgia made too many mistakes to bounce back from, and its comeback attempt fell short in a 24-21 loss to Alabama last Saturday night at Sanford Stadium.The Bulldogs struggled early, both offensively and defensively, allowing No. 17 Crimson Tide to capitalize on their mistakes.
Georgia running back Chauncey Bowens rushes for a career-high 43-yard gain in the second quarter of last week’s game against Alabama. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Georgia running back Chauncey Bowens rushes for a career-high 43-yard gain in the second quarter of last week’s game against Alabama. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Bowens steps up in ‘Bama loss

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Chauncey Bowens was a bright spot for Georgia in a 24-21 loss to Alabama last Saturday night.Bowens, a redshirt freshman running back for the Bulldogs, had a breakout performance against the Crimson Tide.
Lake Oconee Academy sophomore running back Marcus Rhodes (16) is primed to have a big game against Washington-Wilkes this Friday. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Lake Oconee Academy sophomore running back Marcus Rhodes (16) is primed to have a big game against Washington-Wilkes this Friday. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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Titans use bye to prepare for Washington-Wilkes

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Lake Oconee Academy used its bye week to prepare for its upcoming region game at Washington-Wilkes.This Friday’s game between the Titans (2-4) and Tigers (2-4) will be the region opener for both.
Greene County ball carrier Dontriel Grable (4) totes the ball past Miller Grove’s front seven. Courtesy of Momma D’s Pix

Greene County ball carrier Dontriel Grable (4) totes the ball past Miller Grove’s front seven. Courtesy of Momma D’s Pix

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Tigers hit reset button after loss to Miller Grove

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Miller Grove avenged a bad loss to Greene County last season with a 56-7 rout of the Tigers this past Friday night.The Class 2A Wolverines (5-1) dominated Greene County (1-5) from the opening kickoff to the final whistle.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

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Smith: Foxworthy & Richt

Loran Smith
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Jeff Foxworthy recently met with UGA librarian Toby Graham and his staff and called me to see if lunch with Mark Richt could be arranged following his session with the library staff.
Morgan County wide receiver Wyatt Singleton (7) attempts to haul in a pass over Westside defensive back Syveon Hodges (10). SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County wide receiver Wyatt Singleton (7) attempts to haul in a pass over Westside defensive back Syveon Hodges (10). SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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Dogs spank Seminoles in region opener

Skyla Morris
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Morgan County continues to dominate under Friday night lights and shows no signs of backing down anytime soon.The Dogs (6-0) defeated Westside of Macon 56-14 at home on Sept. 26, claiming their first region victory.
Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard (5) leads the offense in receptions (15), receiving yards (275), and touchdowns (3). UGA ATHLETICS

Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard (5) leads the offense in receptions (15), receiving yards (275), and touchdowns (3). UGA ATHLETICS

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Dawgs prepare for talented Bama offense

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 25, 2025
It’s no secret that Alabama has plenty of playmakers on the offensive side of the ball, and the Crimson Tide’s skill players will challenge Georgia this Saturday in a top-20 showdown.The Bulldogs struggled to stop Tennessee’s high-powered offense in a 44-41 victory Sept.
LOA sophomore quarterback Jake McDonald (1) runs past Landmark Christian defenders, trying to get a first down. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

LOA sophomore quarterback Jake McDonald (1) runs past Landmark Christian defenders, trying to get a first down. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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War Eagles tame Titans on Homecoming

Skyla Morris
Thursday, September 25, 2025
Landmark Christian defeated Lake Oconee Academy 35-7 during LOA’s homecoming game on Sept. 19.The Titans’ loss to the War Eagles leaves them at 2-4 overall as region play starts Oct. 3, after the Titans’ bye week.
Morgan County senior running back Christian Monfort is primed for a big game on Friday night against Westside. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County senior running back Christian Monfort is primed for a big game on Friday night against Westside. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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‘Dogs to open region play against Westside

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 25, 2025
Morgan County (5-0) had a bye last week and is set to begin region play this Friday against Westside of Macon.The Seminoles (1-4) have had a tough start to the season, but hope to right the ship this week against the ’Dogs.
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