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Lake Oconee Academy head coach Patrick Stewart talks with freshman defensive tackle Akeem Redd (57) during a timeout in a game against Brentwood Academy earlier this season. FILE PHOTO

Lake Oconee Academy head coach Patrick Stewart talks with freshman defensive tackle Akeem Redd (57) during a timeout in a game against Brentwood Academy earlier this season. FILE PHOTO

LOA faces another road test at Landmark Christian

Will Morrison
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Following a decisive win over Glenn Hills, Lake Oconee Academy will have another tough road test at Landmark Christian this Friday, hoping to stay undefeated.The War Eagles come into the game with a 3-1 record.
The defense kept Georgia in the game despite being short-handed. Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins (93) recorded two tackles for loss and a sack. Joenel Aguero (8) recorded three solo tackles. CONOR DILLON/UGAAA

The defense kept Georgia in the game despite being short-handed. Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins (93) recorded two tackles for loss and a sack. Joenel Aguero (8) recorded three solo tackles. CONOR DILLON/UGAAA

Kirby Smart ‘proud’ of Bulldogs in Lexington

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Georgia left Kroger Field in Lexington this past Saturday with a win over Kentucky, but it wasn’t easy.The Bulldogs defeated the Wildcats 13-12 in their SEC opener and head into the bye week with a 3-0 record. However, after the close win, they’re now ranked No. 2 in the Associated Press poll.
Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland (5) passed for 185 yards and three touchdowns in the win over Greene County last Friday. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland (5) passed for 185 yards and three touchdowns in the win over Greene County last Friday. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Strong first half propels Morgan to defeat Greene

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Morgan County used a fast offensive start in the first half to defeat rival Greene County 35-13 this past Friday.The ‘Dogs (4-0) played with a sense of urgency to start the game, which was encouraging to their head coach.
The LOA defense was a huge part of this past week's close win over Brentwood Academy. Reid Davis (9) totaled 10 tackles, including a tackle for loss and a fumble recovery. (CHARLES JORDAN/Staff)

The LOA defense was a huge part of this past week's close win over Brentwood Academy. Reid Davis (9) totaled 10 tackles, including a tackle for loss and a fumble recovery. (CHARLES JORDAN/Staff)

Lake Oconee Academy gets big W over War Eagles

Will Morrison
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Lake Oconee Academy’s football team is off to its best start in program history.The Titans improved to 4-0 on the season with a close 35-34 win over Brentwood Academy last Friday.“Brentwood was a very well-coached and disciplined team,” LOA head coach Patrick Stewart said.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

Smith: New press box at Sanford Stadium

Loran Smith
Thursday, September 12, 2024
You may have heard: that Georgia has a new press box.The old facility gave way to premium seat locations for donors, which has been a trend regarding the media in recent years – something that has taken place in stadium enhancements and enlargements across the country.
Greene County's defense huddles during a timeout of last week's game against Morgan County. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Greene County's defense huddles during a timeout of last week's game against Morgan County. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Greene County looks to regroup against Laney

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Following a 35-13 loss to Morgan County last week, Greene County looks to get back in the win column this Friday. Tigers’ head coach, Terrance Banks, had a simple, clear message for his team.“It’s over,” Banks said. “I’m proud of how we responded in the second half.
Georgia quarterback Carson Beck tied a program record by tossing five touchdowns against Tennessee Tech. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck tied a program record by tossing five touchdowns against Tennessee Tech. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Beck ties single-game TD pass record in Tennessee Tech win

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Carson Beck tied a program record by throwing five touchdown passes in a 48-3 victory at home on Saturday over Tennessee Tech. It was a career game for Beck as he became the eighth Bulldog quarterback to pass for five scores in a game.
Georgia inside linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. (2) during Georgia’s game against Kentucky on Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. (Tony Walsh/UGAAA)

Georgia inside linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. (2) during Georgia’s game against Kentucky on Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. (Tony Walsh/UGAAA)

Bulldogs to face familiar faces in Kentucky

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Top-ranked Georgia (2-0) will see a few familiar faces this week in Lexington when it faces Kentucky (1-1, 0-1 SEC).Former Bulldog quarterback Brock Vandagriff and inside linebacker Jamon Dumas-Johnson play for the Wildcats, who are struggling early this year.
LOA junior outside hitter Bailey Pattison (11) has made a significant impact for the Lady Titans so far this season. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

LOA junior outside hitter Bailey Pattison (11) has made a significant impact for the Lady Titans so far this season. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Lady Titans' volleyball off to strong start on the court

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Lake Oconee Academy’s volleyball team is off to an excellent start, entering the weekend at 13-2 overall.Under the guidance of head coach Chris Ingle, the Lady Titans have shown great promise this season. Ingle is confident that this team has the potential to make a deep run in the playoffs.
Lake Oconee Academy senior quarterback Ike O'Neal rolls gets set to fire a pass during last week's game against Brentwood Academy. (CHARLES JORDAN/Staff)

Lake Oconee Academy senior quarterback Ike O'Neal rolls gets set to fire a pass during last week's game against Brentwood Academy. (CHARLES JORDAN/Staff)

Titans to face Glenn Hills in first road game

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Following a big 35-34 win over Brentwood Academy last week, Lake Oconee Academy has turned the page to Glenn Hills.The Titans (4-0) will travel to Augusta for their first road game against the Spartans (0-3).“We got a big win on Friday night against Brentwood,” LOA head coach Patrick Stewart said.
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