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Former Morgan County ace Ty Tillery recently showcased his talents at the MLB Draft Combine. CONTRIBUTED

Former Morgan County ace Ty Tillery recently showcased his talents at the MLB Draft Combine. CONTRIBUTED

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Tillery showcases talent at MLB Draft Combine

Skyla Morris
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Former Morgan County right-handed pitcher Ty Tillery recently participated in the 2026 MLB Draft Combine, held June 23-26 in Phoenix.
Jon Harris Funderburke was named the Region Player of the Year and earned First Team All-State honors as a utility player. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Jon Harris Funderburke was named the Region Player of the Year and earned First Team All-State honors as a utility player. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Several Titans earn postseason honors

Lance McCurley
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Following a 20-9 campaign that included a third consecutive region championship and an Elite Eight appearance, Lake Oconee Academy baseball capped another strong season with multiple Titans earning All-Region and All-State honors.
Morgan County senior King Hardy drives to the basket through defenders during an intrasquad scrimmage last week. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County senior King Hardy drives to the basket through defenders during an intrasquad scrimmage last week. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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Morgan County boys basketball ready for next chapter

Lance McCurley
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Replacing a senior class that helped deliver a state championship is never easy.Still, Morgan County head coach Cody Anderson believes the Bulldogs are proving this summer that the program’s foundation remains firmly in place.
Early during the 2025 season, Gatewood head coach Jeff Ratliff (center) held court with his players, cheerleaders, and parents of both near the 50-yard line at Sammons Field in Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Early during the 2025 season, Gatewood head coach Jeff Ratliff (center) held court with his players, cheerleaders, and parents of both near the 50-yard line at Sammons Field in Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Gators look to take 2026 ‘one game at a time’

Lance McCurley
Thursday, July 2, 2026
As Gatewood continues its summer workouts ahead of preseason practice, the Gators know they won’t have much time to ease into the 2026 season.
Putnam County running back Kumari Thomas tries to break a tackle during the team’s intrasquad scrimmage on May 15. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Putnam County running back Kumari Thomas tries to break a tackle during the team’s intrasquad scrimmage on May 15. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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War Eagles embrace challenging 2026 schedule

Lance McCurley
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Following a productive June, Putnam County head coach Joel Harvin believes his team is better prepared to face a demanding 2026 schedule.
With his coaching career now behind him, Paul is transitioning into school administration as Morgan County’s newest assistant principal. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

With his coaching career now behind him, Paul is transitioning into school administration as Morgan County’s newest assistant principal. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Paul steps away from coaching, transitions to new role

Lance McCurley
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Aaron Paul has worn many hats at Morgan County High School over the past 12 years.He has served as the head boys soccer coach, flag football coach, and assistant football coach.
Senior Braylen Hurt will be one of Greene County’s key pieces heading into the 2026-27 season. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Senior Braylen Hurt will be one of Greene County’s key pieces heading into the 2026-27 season. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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GCHS boys return experience, depth for 2026-27 season

Lance McCurley
Thursday, June 25, 2026
After a disappointing first-round exit from the state playoffs last season, the Greene County boys basketball team is back to work with hopes of turning experience and depth into a deeper postseason run in 2026-27.
The Lake Oconee Academy boys golf team poses for a photo after winning the Area Championship on May 4. The Titans capped off their season later that month by capturing the GHSA Class A Division II state championship. CONTRIBUTED

The Lake Oconee Academy boys golf team poses for a photo after winning the Area Championship on May 4. The Titans capped off their season later that month by capturing the GHSA Class A Division II state championship. CONTRIBUTED

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LOA celebrates championships, prepares for new classification

Skyla Morris
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Lake Oconee Academy’s athletic program capped off the 2025-26 school year with another successful campaign, as several teams advanced to the GHSA Class A Division II state playoffs.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

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Smith: Enjoying European sports

Loran Smith
Thursday, June 25, 2026
With the recent conclusion of the French Open, the second Grand Slam tournament of the tennis season, the sport's scene in Europe during June and July is a reminder of how captivating it is.In just a few days, Wimbledon will begin.
The Gatewood softball team will lean on sophomore Lily Arthur this season, along with several other talented players from the Class of 2029. TREY NORRIS/Staff

The Gatewood softball team will lean on sophomore Lily Arthur this season, along with several other talented players from the Class of 2029. TREY NORRIS/Staff

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Gatewood softball eyes return to Columbus

Lance McCurley
Thursday, June 25, 2026
The Gatewood softball team may have graduated five seniors from last year’s successful squad, but head coach Dena Stancil believes the Lady Gators have the talent and experience necessary to make another deep postseason run.
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