Clint Jenkins

The Morgan County Bulldogs defeated the Greene County Tigers, 43-22, in 2022. BRENDAN KOERNER/Staff

The Morgan County Bulldogs defeated the Greene County Tigers, 43-22, in 2022. BRENDAN KOERNER/Staff

Game Preview: Morgan County at Greene County

Morgan County and Greene County will renew a historic rivalry on Friday night in Greensboro. Series History: Morgan County leads, 31-24-1 Last Meeting: Morgan County defeated Greene County 43-22 in 2022. Morgan County has owned its rival over Greene County as of late, winning 10 of 11 since 2010.
Bulldog senior running back Jay Dorsey (1) runs away from Walnut Grove defenders in a scrimmage last May. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Bulldog senior running back Jay Dorsey (1) runs away from Walnut Grove defenders in a scrimmage last May. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

‘Dogs have unfinished business to attend to

Morgan County football heads into year three under Clint Jenkins with some unfinished business in mind. The Bulldogs made positive strides in 2022 as they vastly improved, especially after winning seven games compared to four in 2021 during Jenkins’ first year.
Morgan County running back Jaydon Dorsey (left) takes a handoff from quarterback Talan Fuller (right). LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County running back Jaydon Dorsey (left) takes a handoff from quarterback Talan Fuller (right). LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

‘Dogs show fight in scrimmage against Bears

The outcome of last Thursday’s scrimmage didn’t count toward Morgan County’s record, but head coach Clint Jenkins liked the fight his Bulldogs put up against a tough Cherokee Bluff squad. The contest unofficially ended in a 14-14 tie after the Bears scored a late touchdown in garbage time.
The Morgan County Bulldogs get set to take the field before a scrimmage against Cherokee Bluff last Thursday. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

The Morgan County Bulldogs get set to take the field before a scrimmage against Cherokee Bluff last Thursday. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Game Preview: Social Circle at Morgan County

Morgan County will host Social Circle Friday at 7:30 p.m. in Billy Corry Stadium for the season opener. • Series History: Morgan County leads, 1-0 • Last Meeting: Morgan County defeated Social Circle 42-18 in 2022.
Morgan County running back Jay Dorsey (1) breaks away from a Walnut Grove defender during a scrimmage against the Warriors in May. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Morgan County running back Jay Dorsey (1) breaks away from a Walnut Grove defender during a scrimmage against the Warriors in May. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

GAME PREVIEW: Morgan County Bulldogs to host Cherokee Bluff for scrimmage

Morgan County football is set to host Cherokee Bluff later this week for a scrimmage to end fall camp. The Bulldogs and Bears will hit the gridiron for a second consecutive year in a preseason matchup. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 10 at Legion Field in Bill Corry Stadium.
A Morgan County offensive lineman practices hitting a tackling dummy last week in 90-plus degree heat. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

A Morgan County offensive lineman practices hitting a tackling dummy last week in 90-plus degree heat. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Area teams handle the heat wave

As Lake Country football teams begin fall camp, coaches and players have to be cautious with this summer’s blistering heat. Programs will have to follow new Georgia High School Association (GHSA) protocols on heat and humidity.
Morgan County defensive coordinator David Bethea during a padded camp last week. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County defensive coordinator David Bethea during a padded camp last week. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Bethea named Morgan County's new defense coordinator

Morgan County football head coach Clint Jenkins recently promoted David Bethea to become the team’s new defensive coordinator after serving since 2021 as the defensive backs coach.
Morgan County head football coach Clint Jenkins (left) with camper Markei Peaks (right) after he won the camp MVP award on day one. CONTRIBUTED

Morgan County head football coach Clint Jenkins (left) with camper Markei Peaks (right) after he won the camp MVP award on day one. CONTRIBUTED

Morgan County hosts youth football camp

The Morgan County football team recently hosted a youth camp for potential future Bulldogs. The camp ran Monday through Wednesday last week and about 40 kids came out for the fun. Morgan County head coach Clint Jenkins said he was excited to see so many young faces at the football camp.
Morgan County quarterback Talan Fuller looks for an open pass-catcher. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County quarterback Talan Fuller looks for an open pass-catcher. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Bulldogs compete in 7-on-7 at Athens Academy, UGA

Morgan County football started its summer with a bang following the GHSA-mandated dead week. Last week, the Bulldogs competed against other local teams in a passing camp at Athens Academy and recently attended the Kirby Smart 7-on-7 camp at the University of Georgia on Tuesday.
Morgan County offensive coordinator Brett Bell during drills at spring practice on Monday, May 8. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County offensive coordinator Brett Bell during drills at spring practice on Monday, May 8. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Brett Bell named Morgan County's new offensive coordinator

Morgan County football assistant coach Brett Bell is taking on a new role heading into the 2023 season. Bell was previously the defensive coordinator for the Bulldogs during the past few years but is now taking over the offensive coordinator position.