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Georgia wide receiver Tyler Williams hauls in a pass. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Georgia wide receiver Tyler Williams hauls in a pass. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Spring practice provides opportunity to Bulldogs

ATHENS — As Kirby Smart and the Georgia football team take the field to open spring practice, the tone surrounding the program suggests a mix of urgency, transition, and opportunity.
The Tigers have relied on Quincy Robbins on the mound this season to eat innings, providing stability and giving his team a chance to stay competitive deep into games. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

The Tigers have relied on Quincy Robbins on the mound this season to eat innings, providing stability and giving his team a chance to stay competitive deep into games. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Tigers show growth despite rough start

The Greene County baseball team has had a rough start to the 2026 season.Entering this week, the Tigers are 0-13, but head coach Brad Evans sees a team steadily growing on and off the field.
Gatewood senior Ben Brannen rounds the bases after hitting his first home run of the season on March 13 against Trinity Christian. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Gatewood senior Ben Brannen rounds the bases after hitting his first home run of the season on March 13 against Trinity Christian. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Gators rack up region wins on the diamond

With a pair of wins over region foe Trinity Christian of Dublin two weeks ago, the Gatewood baseball team set their league record at 2-0, then added a third region win last Tuesday in Eatonton with a 16-1 decision over Central Fellowship Christian Academy (CFCA).
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp runs the 40-yard dash. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Georgia tight end Oscar Delp runs the 40-yard dash. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Georgia holds Pro Day

ATHENS – Georgia held its 2026 Pro Day at the House of Payne indoor facility on March 16, as several members of the 2025 roster showcased their skills ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft.
LOA senior Marley Dellinger (5) dribbles the ball away from a defender in a recent region matchup against Washington-Wilkes. SKYLA MORRIS/ Staff

LOA senior Marley Dellinger (5) dribbles the ball away from a defender in a recent region matchup against Washington-Wilkes. SKYLA MORRIS/ Staff

Lady Titans shine in region matches

The Lake Oconee Academy girls soccer team has built strong momentum this season.The Lady Titans (4-5, 3-0) entered this week undefeated in region play after a challenging start in non-region competition.
Greene County’s Levny Castillo lines up, preparing to attempt a shot on goal in a recent match. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Greene County’s Levny Castillo lines up, preparing to attempt a shot on goal in a recent match. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Tigers eye growth amid tough start to season

The Greene County boys soccer team is in the midst of a challenging season.The Tigers started the season with a 1-6 record under first-year head coach Brad Kolowich.
Morgan County head coach Cody Anderson and senior point guard Jacoby Simmons hug after the team defeated in the Class 2A state championship on March 14. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County head coach Cody Anderson and senior point guard Jacoby Simmons hug after the team defeated in the Class 2A state championship on March 14. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan seniors cap career with a ring

MACON – The Morgan County boys basketball team dramatically capped its season on March 14, claiming the GHSA Class 2A state championship.The Dogs secured the title with a thrilling 53-52 overtime victory over Butler, finishing the season with a 26-6 overall record.
Morgan County senior Zeki Locus (11) celebrates with teammates after the Dogs defeated Butler 53-52 in the GHSA Class 2A state championship on March 14 at the Macon Coliseum. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County senior Zeki Locus (11) celebrates with teammates after the Dogs defeated Butler 53-52 in the GHSA Class 2A state championship on March 14 at the Macon Coliseum. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County survives thriller, beats Butler to win Class 2A state title

MACON – Morgan County saved its best moment for the biggest stage.In a back-and-forth battle that wasn’t decided until the final seconds of overtime, the Dogs defeated defending state champion Butler 53-52 on March 14 at the Macon Coliseum to capture the GHSA Class 2A title.