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Greene County defensive tackle Kevin Wynn, a Florida State commit, will be tasked with leading the Tigers' front seven in stopping Washington-Wilkes' run game this Friday. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Greene County defensive tackle Kevin Wynn, a Florida State commit, will be tasked with leading the Tigers' front seven in stopping Washington-Wilkes' run game this Friday. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Greene County, Washington-Wilkes renew rivalry

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Greene County (5-1) will be at Washington-Wilkes (3-4, 0-1 Class A Divison II Region 8) this Friday.This week’s game will be the region opener for the Tigers from Greensboro. They haven’t played since beating Miller Grove 33-0 on Sept.
Lake Oconee Academy’s softball team captured the Class A Division II region championship with a 13-3 win over Lincoln County last week. (CONTRIBUTED)

Lake Oconee Academy’s softball team captured the Class A Division II region championship with a 13-3 win over Lincoln County last week. (CONTRIBUTED)

LOA softball captures region championship

Will Morrison
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Lake Oconee Academy softball claimed the region title after defeating Lincoln County 13-3 last week.  It was a first-place battle between the Lady Titans and Lady Red Devils down the stretch.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

Smith: Dirty Dan makes most of opportunity

Loran Smith
Thursday, October 10, 2024
If you have spent time in Sanford Stadium lately, you have heard public address announcer Brooke Whitmire singing out Dirty Dan Jackson’s name quite often.Jackson is in his sixth season as a Bulldog defender in what is a classic example of “love of alma mater” getting priority the old-fashioned way.
Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland (5) tries to shrug off a Rutland defender and pick up some positive yardage. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland (5) tries to shrug off a Rutland defender and pick up some positive yardage. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

‘Dogs weather storm, defeat Hurricanes

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 10, 2024
Morgan County again proved why it is ranked No. 2 in Class AA against Rutland last Friday.The Dogs easily defeated the Hurricanes 55-12, improving to 7-0 overall and 2-0 in Region 2-AA play. They never trailed and jumped out to an early lead, thanks to junior running back Christian Monfort.
The Lake Oconee Academy Titans take to the field for their home opener this season in Greensboro. IAN TOCHER/Staff

The Lake Oconee Academy Titans take to the field for their home opener this season in Greensboro. IAN TOCHER/Staff

LOA aims for strong start in region play

Will Morrison
Thursday, October 10, 2024
Following a two-week hiatus due to Hurricane Helene, Lake Oconee Academy’s football team (5-1) returns to the gridiron this Friday as it travels to take on Warren County (4-2) to begin region play.Last week’s game against Washington Wilkes was postponed until Nov.
The Spike Dogs defeated Callaway and Jackson last weekend to win the Region 4-AA tournament. They’re ranked No. 1 overall in Class AA entering the state playoffs. CONTRIBUTED

The Spike Dogs defeated Callaway and Jackson last weekend to win the Region 4-AA tournament. They’re ranked No. 1 overall in Class AA entering the state playoffs. CONTRIBUTED

Spike Dogs capture region title

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 10, 2024
Morgan County volleyball recently defeated Jackson in straight sets to capture the Region 2-AA title.The Spike Dogs enter the playoffs ranked No. 1 Class AA with a 32-4 record and an undefeated mark in region play. They have set their sights on winning a second state championship in three years.
Georgia wide receiver Dominic Lovett (6), running back Trevor Etiennte (1) and wide receiver Colbie Young during Saturday’s win. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Georgia wide receiver Dominic Lovett (6), running back Trevor Etiennte (1) and wide receiver Colbie Young during Saturday’s win. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Etienne helps Georgia tame Tigers

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 10, 2024
Trevor Etienne helped spark Georgia’s offense on Saturday with a win over rival Auburn.The No. 5 Bulldogs (4-1, 2-1 SEC) have struggled on that side of the ball, but Etienne racked up 124 yards of total offense and scored two touchdowns in a 31-13 victory over the Tigers (2-4, 0-3).
Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker (11) and defensive back Dan Jackson (17) chase down Auburn quarterback Peyton Thorne. COURTESY OF UGA ATHLETICS

Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker (11) and defensive back Dan Jackson (17) chase down Auburn quarterback Peyton Thorne. COURTESY OF UGA ATHLETICS

Georgia ready to ‘cut loose’ against Mississippi State

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 10, 2024
No. 5 Georgia (4-1, 2-1 SEC) will host Mississippi State (1-4, 0-2) on Saturday for a 4:15 p.m. kickoff.The Bulldogs of Starkville have struggled this season in head coach Jeff Lebby’s first season at the helm. However, they got a bye last Saturday to rest and prepare to face the Bulldogs of Athens.
The Morgan County softball team captured its second straight region championship under head coach Chad Pigg last week with a 14-2 win over Jackson last week. (CONTRIBUTED)

The Morgan County softball team captured its second straight region championship under head coach Chad Pigg last week with a 14-2 win over Jackson last week. (CONTRIBUTED)

‘Playing for each other’: Lady Dogs capture region crown

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Morgan County’s softball team recently captured its second straight region title under coach Chad Pigg.The Lady Dogs defeated Jackson on Senior Night to secure the Region 2-AA championship. They also entered the season's final week with a 19-3 overall record and a 14-0 mark in region play.
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