Clint Jenkins

Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland (5) completed 26 of 35 passes for 338 yards and four touchdowns in the loss t o Rockmart last Friday. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland (5) completed 26 of 35 passes for 338 yards and four touchdowns in the loss t o Rockmart last Friday. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Dogs fall to Rockmart in quarterfinals

Lance McCurley
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Morgan County’s season came to an end last week in the Class AA quarterfinals with a 49-40 loss to Rockmart.The Yellow Jackets trailed at halftime but made adjustments and played better in the final two quarters.
Morgan County senior Jasper Cason (3) celebrates after scoring a touchdown in last Friday’s win over Sumter County. JIM TURNER/Contributed

Morgan County senior Jasper Cason (3) celebrates after scoring a touchdown in last Friday’s win over Sumter County. JIM TURNER/Contributed

From Sweet to Elite: Cason’s touchdown lifts Dogs past Sumter

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Morgan County senior tailback Jasper Cason came up big for his team in last Friday’s second-round playoff game against Sumter County.Cason, who transferred in from Camden County during the offseason, scored the game’s go-ahead touchdown via the ground with just over a minute left.
Morgan County running back Christian Monfort (23) rushes past defenders on his way to a first down. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County running back Christian Monfort (23) rushes past defenders on his way to a first down. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Dogs ‘win ugly’ in scare against Eagles

Lance McCurley
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Evan Johnson kicked a late-game field goal to help Morgan County top East Jackson and advance in the state playoffs.The moment wasn’t too big for Johnson, who nailed a 36-yarder with 14 seconds remaining to break a 49-49 tie.
Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland gets set to throw a pass in a game against Greene County in September. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland gets set to throw a pass in a game against Greene County in September. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

‘Dogs draw battle-tested East Jackson in first round

Lance McCurley
Thursday, November 14, 2024
After a two-week hiatus, Morgan County will host East Jackson in the first round of the Class AA state playoffs.In the 32-team bracket, the Dogs (9-1) are the No. 8 seed, and their opponent is the No. 25 seed.
Morgan County freshman running back Damonee Smith (28) rushed for a team-high 129 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries in last Friday’s win over Pike County. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County freshman running back Damonee Smith (28) rushed for a team-high 129 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries in last Friday’s win over Pike County. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Dogs pound Pike, prep for potential perfect record

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Morgan County will play for the region title and an undefeated season this Friday at Callaway after posting a dominating win over Pike County last week.The No. 2 Dogs pounded Pike County 41-5, thanks to a balanced offensive and defensive attack, which didn’t give up a touchdown.
Morgan County wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) hauls in a pass over a Warren County defender in a game earlier this season. Elder had a career game this past Friday against Jackson. JIM TURNER/File photo

Morgan County wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) hauls in a pass over a Warren County defender in a game earlier this season. Elder had a career game this past Friday against Jackson. JIM TURNER/File photo

Elder has career day as Dogs down Jackson

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 24, 2024
It was the Jaylen Elder show this past week for Morgan County on Senior Night.Elder helped the Dogs defeat region foe Jackson 36-7, catching a career-high 12 passes for 256 yards and two touchdowns. He averaged 21.7 yards per reception and had a long catch of 86 yards.
Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland helped lead the Dogs to victory last week by completing 20 of 29 passes for 300 yards and four touchdowns. JIM TURNER/Contributed

Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland helped lead the Dogs to victory last week by completing 20 of 29 passes for 300 yards and four touchdowns. JIM TURNER/Contributed

‘Dogs overcome adversity to top Westside

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Class AA’s No. 2 Morgan County remained undefeated following a close scare Saturday afternoon on the road against Westside of Macon. Morgan is now 6-0 overall and 1-0 in the region. The Dogs defeated the Seminoles 35-32 in the region opener for both teams.
A trio of Morgan County defenders brings down a Cedar Shoals ball carrier during a win over the Jaguars on Sept. 13. (JIM TURNER/Contributed)

A trio of Morgan County defenders brings down a Cedar Shoals ball carrier during a win over the Jaguars on Sept. 13. (JIM TURNER/Contributed)

Dogs to host winless Rutland squad

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Morgan County (6-0, 1-0 Region 4-AA) is set to face Rutland (0-6, 0-1) at home this Friday.The Dogs are currently ranked No. 2 in Class AA and will be defending their winning streak this week.Morgan County head coach Clint Jenkins doesn’t want his team to overlook a winless Rutland squad.
Morgan County wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) tries to break away from a pair of Greene County defensive backs during a 3513 win over the Tigers on Sept. 6. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) tries to break away from a pair of Greene County defensive backs during a 3513 win over the Tigers on Sept. 6. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

No. 2-ranked Dogs begin region play

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Class AA’s No. 2 ranked Morgan County begins region play this Thursday against Westside in Macon.The Dogs (5-0) enjoyed a bye this past Friday, while the Seminoles (2-3) knocked off Lamar County 20-10, snapping a three-game losing streak. This contest is each team’s Region 4-AA opener.
A trio of Morgan County defenders brings down Cedar Shoals freshman quarterback Keelin McLendon (15). JIM TURNER/Contributed

A trio of Morgan County defenders brings down Cedar Shoals freshman quarterback Keelin McLendon (15). JIM TURNER/Contributed

Morgan County dominates Cedar Shoals on road

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Morgan County cruised to a 41-19 win over Cedar Shoals this past Friday in Athens.The ‘Dogs improved to 5-0 heading into the bye week before region play begins next week.
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