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Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

Smith: Spring training 2025

Loran Smith
Thursday, February 20, 2025
With spring training underway, there is that itch to pack up the car, head south to the Sunshine State, and spend a fortnight visiting the big-league training camps on both coasts.For years, the majority of teams trained in Florida.
The Morgan County girls basketball team poses for a photo after defeating Callaway 62-51 on Saturday to win the Region 4-AA championship. CONTRIBUTED

The Morgan County girls basketball team poses for a photo after defeating Callaway 62-51 on Saturday to win the Region 4-AA championship. CONTRIBUTED

Lady ‘Dogs capture region title, ready for playoffs

Lance McCurley
Thursday, February 20, 2025
The Morgan County girls basketball team (18-9) defeated Callaway on Feb. 15 to win the Region 4-AA title.The Lady Dogs conquered the Lady Cavs 62-51 on their home floor to secure the region championship.
The Morgan County boys basketball team poses for a photo after defeating Westside (Macon) 54-40 on Saturday to win the Region 4-AA championship. CONTRIBUTED

The Morgan County boys basketball team poses for a photo after defeating Westside (Macon) 54-40 on Saturday to win the Region 4-AA championship. CONTRIBUTED

'Dogs crowned region champs with win over Seminoles

Lance McCurley
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Morgan County boys basketball captured the Region 4-AA title after defeating Westside (Macon) on Feb. 15.The Dogs defeated the Seminoles 54-40 at home in the championship game, earning the title of region champions.
James Wright (5) was one of LOA's primary ball-handers the past few years. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

James Wright (5) was one of LOA's primary ball-handers the past few years. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Titans fall in region tournament, miss playoffs

Lance McCurley
Thursday, February 20, 2025
The Lake Oconee Academy boys basketball team saw its season end in the region tournament on Feb. 11.Lincoln County defeated the Titans 60-35 in the quarterfinal round, ending their hopes of making the postseason for the first time in program history.
Gatewood freshman Bela Smith (5) has been a consistent performer this season, providing an offensive effort that promises to get even better as her high school career progresses. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Gatewood freshman Bela Smith (5) has been a consistent performer this season, providing an offensive effort that promises to get even better as her high school career progresses. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Lady Gators lose region heartbreaker

Ian Tocher
Thursday, February 20, 2025
With the score tied at 45, the buzzer sounded, and the crowd held its collective breath as the ball arced toward the basket.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

Smith: Super Philly Dawgs

Loran Smith
Thursday, February 13, 2025
With 57 former Georgia players with their names on National Football League rosters, it is often difficult to pull for one team over the other. Still, I was happily lined up supporting the Eagles for the Super Bowl.
Lake Oconee Academy’s girls will rely on junior Ansleigh Padgett during the region tournament as they try to win a fifth straight region title. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Lake Oconee Academy’s girls will rely on junior Ansleigh Padgett during the region tournament as they try to win a fifth straight region title. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Lady Titans seeking fifth straight region title

Lance McCurley
Thursday, February 13, 2025
The Lake Oconee Academy Lady Titans have won the past four region championships and seek a fifth straight.They’ve dominated Class A Division II’s Region 8 the past four seasons and entered this week’s tournament as the No. 2 seed behind Washington-Wilkes.
Greene County’s Jessaria Porter scored a team-high 16 points on Tuesday in a win over Towns County. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Greene County’s Jessaria Porter scored a team-high 16 points on Tuesday in a win over Towns County. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Lady Tigers top Towns, clinch playoff berth

Lance McCurley
Thursday, February 13, 2025
In a must-win game, the Greene County girls basketball team defeated Towns County on Tuesday night.The Lady Tigers defeated the Lady Indians 54-41 in the first round of the region tournament, earning them a spot in the semifinals.
Paul Bessette is one of two Mat Dogs returning to the traditional state championships in Macon. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Paul Bessette is one of two Mat Dogs returning to the traditional state championships in Macon. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Mat Dogs send eight to state traditional championships

Lance McCurley
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Morgan County had a strong showing at last week's Class 2A sectional round of the traditional tournament.The Mat Dogs sent 13 grapplers to sectionals, as eight moved on to the state competition in Macon on Thursday.
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