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A host of Greene County defenders attempt to bring down Social Circle wide receiver T.J. Green (4). LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Tigers fall to Social Circle, looks to build from second half

Lance McCurley

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Greene County found itself in an early hole last Friday and never could recover, falling 35-7 to Social Circle.The Redskins (3-0) jumped out to a 21-0 lead in the opening quarter, putting the Tigers (1-2) behind early against one of the stronger teams on their schedule.

Georgia faces Western Kentucky as bigger tests loom

Lance McCurley

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Georgia couldn’t have asked for a much better start to the 2026 season.The No. 3 Bulldogs (1-0) overwhelmed Tennessee State 63-3, but Saturday’s matchup with Western Kentucky should provide a different kind of test as Georgia looks to continue improving before the schedule gets tougher.The...

Georgia Tight End Elyiss Williams (10) dives for the pylon over a Tennessee State defender

Dawgs bring the heat with 63-3 domination of Tennessee State

Story And Photos By Skyla Morris

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Georgia’s offense wasted little time heating up Saturday, even as temperatures climbed toward 100 degrees at Sanford Stadium.The Bulldogs opened the 2026 season in dominant fashion, rolling past Tennessee State 63-3 in front of the home crowd.Georgia started hot in multiple ways, as temperatures...

Freshman Dean makes big pass-rush impression

Brad Harrison

Thursday, September 10, 2026

When Georgia’s defense has excelled at its highest under Kirby Smart, it has usually been when the Bulldogs’ front seven has been able to disrupt opposing offenses by way of the pass rush.That was a noticeable weak point a season ago, as Georgia’s 20 sacks ranked last in the SEC.But based off...

Kirby at 50

Loran Smith

Thursday, September 10, 2026

At 50 years old, Kirby Smart has experienced enough success, won countless games and championships, has made enough money, and has been quoted as much as Winston Churchill — enough so that he could ride off into the sunset.

Morgan County sophomore running back Aiden Lawrence prepares to haul in a touchdown pass against Oconee County last week. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Turnovers prove costly for Morgan County in loss to Warriors

Skyla Morris

Thursday, September 10, 2026

As the saying goes, “every dog has its day,” but Friday evening was not one of those for Morgan County football.The Dogs (2-1) hosted longtime rival Oconee County on Sept. 4, coming off a major road win over Eastside the previous week.Morgan County ultimately fell to the Warriors, 36-15, as costly...

Lake Oconee Academy running back Marcus Rhodes carries the ball during a scrimmage in August. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Titans hold perfect record, cruise past Crawford County

Skyla Morris

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Lake Oconee Academy is making sure last season stays in the rearview mirror.The Titans remain unbeaten, rolling past Crawford County 40-7 on Sept. 4 to improve to 3-0 and continue their early-season turnaround.After finishing 2-8 a year ago, Lake Oconee Academy has opened the 2026 season with a...

A close-up of Morgan County's state championship ring. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Diamond Dogs officially receive championship rings

Skyla Morris

Tuesday, September 8, 2026

Nearly four months have passed since the Morgan County baseball team ended its 2026 season on the mountaintop, claiming the GHSA Class 2A baseball championship after sweeping Pierce County at Georgia Southern University on May 25.The Bulldogs' victorious weekend in Statesboro unfolded dramatically,...

Morgan County senior offensive lineman Drew Breda (52) lifts up senior receiver Cole Wesley (2) after he scored a touchdown in last Friday’s win over Eastside. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Bulldogs get statement win over Class 5A Eastside

Skyla Morris

Thursday, September 3, 2026

Morgan County made a statement on the road Friday night, using a physical rushing attack and a strong all-around performance to knock off Class 5A Eastside, 24-10.The Class 3A Bulldogs entered the game knowing the matchup would be a challenge, but they stayed with their game plan and controlled...

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Smith: Remembering '59

Loran Smith

Thursday, September 3, 2026

It has become customary in recent years for the leading football schools to open the season against a team perceived to have little or no chance of winning — the so-called “cupcake” games.However, you may recall that on Sept. 1, 2007, Appalachian State upset Michigan at Ann Arbor, 34-32.

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