Clint Jenkins

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.
Morgan County running back Christian Monfort (23) and wide receiver Ty Tillery (1) celebrate in mid-air following a touchdown against Greene County last week. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Morgan County running back Christian Monfort (23) and wide receiver Ty Tillery (1) celebrate in mid-air following a touchdown against Greene County last week. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Morgan County travels to Athens to face Cedar Shoals

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Morgan County (4-0) hits the road again this Friday for a matchup with Cedar Shoals (0-3) in Athens.The ‘Dogs, who are now ranked No. 2 in Class AA, aim to extend their winning streak to five this week. They’ll be taking on a winless Jaguars team who had a bye last Friday to prepare for this game.
Morgan County wide receiver Ty Tillery (1) hauls in a touchdown pass over Oconee County cornerback TREY NORRIS/Staff

Morgan County wide receiver Ty Tillery (1) hauls in a touchdown pass over Oconee County cornerback TREY NORRIS/Staff

‘Dogs win physical battle over Oconee

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Morgan County improved to 3-0 overall this past Friday with a 24-13 victory over Oconee County. The Dogs (3-0) topped the Warriors (0-3) in a slugfest, led by a physical effort on each side of the ball.
Morgan County leads the all-time series 31-25-1 over Greene County. FILE PHOTO

Morgan County leads the all-time series 31-25-1 over Greene County. FILE PHOTO

Greene, Morgan to face off on Friday

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Greene County and Morgan County, a battle of two ranked and undefeated teams, will meet this Friday in Madison.The Tigers are off to a 3-0 start and are ranked No. 6 in Class A Division II. On the other hand, the Dogs are also 3-0 overall and ranked No. 2 in Class AA.
Morgan County wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) leaves a Putnam County defensive back in the dust on his way to scoring one of two touchdowns in last Friday's 42-28 win over the War Eagles. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Morgan County wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) leaves a Putnam County defensive back in the dust on his way to scoring one of two touchdowns in last Friday's 42-28 win over the War Eagles. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

’Dogs pound Putnam behind solid offensive display

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Morgan County answered the call again on offense in a 42-28 road win over Putnam County this past week.The ‘Dogs racked up 617 yards of total offense and scored 48 points in their first game against Warren County.
Morgan County senior wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) hauls in a pass over Warren County defender Cosa Pender (4). JIM TURNER/Contributed

Morgan County senior wide receiver Jaylen Elder (2) hauls in a pass over Warren County defender Cosa Pender (4). JIM TURNER/Contributed

‘Dogs rout Warren with offensive explosion

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Morgan County dominated Warren County in its season opener with a 48-16 victory last Friday at home.The Dogs’ offense didn’t skip a beat, totaling 617 yards across four quarters to power them to a win.“We moved the ball well,” Morgan head coach Cliint Jenkins said.
Morgan County helmet (Contributed)

Morgan County helmet (Contributed)

Morgan, Putnam ready to resume rivalry on gridiron

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Putnam County and Morgan County will meet on the gridiron for the first time since 2021 this Friday in Eatonton. The ‘Dogs lead the all-time series 31-18-1, but the War Eagles have won the last two games by a combined 42-2 score.Putnam County head coach Joel Harvin is happy the rivalry is back.
Morgan County tight end Drew Ainslie hauls in a pass over two Cherokee Bluff defenders during last week's scrimmage. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Morgan County tight end Drew Ainslie hauls in a pass over two Cherokee Bluff defenders during last week's scrimmage. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

‘Dogs open season with Warren County

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Morgan County opens its 2024 season this Friday night at home against Class A Division II’s Warren County.Last week, the ‘Dogs scrimmaged Cherokee Bluff on the road and are now transitioning to the regular season.
Morgan County football player Draco Frazzitta (18) blocks a Cherokee Bluff defender during last Thursday's scrimmage. Frazzitta recently committed to Navy. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Morgan County football player Draco Frazzitta (18) blocks a Cherokee Bluff defender during last Thursday's scrimmage. Frazzitta recently committed to Navy. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Morgan County's Draco Frazzitta sets eyes on future, commits to Navy

Lance McCurley
Monday, August 12, 2024
Morgan County senior football player Draco Frazzitta recently announced where he will play at the next level.Frazzitta, a 6-foot-6, 240-pound tight end and outside linebacker for the Bulldogs, announced on Twitter he will attend the United States Naval Academy.
Morgan County wide receiver Ty Tillery makes a catch in midair during a padded camp in July. Tillery will be one of the pass catchers the Bulldogs’ offensive attack will rely on this year. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County wide receiver Ty Tillery makes a catch in midair during a padded camp in July. Tillery will be one of the pass catchers the Bulldogs’ offensive attack will rely on this year. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County to scrimmage Bears before season

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 8, 2024
Morgan County’s football team will hit the gridiron this Thursday for a preseason scrimmage at Cherokee Bluff. The Bulldogs will travel to Flowery Branch to face the Bears, who they’ve scrimmaged against the last two years.
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