Milfred Franklin

Morgan County sophomore guard Madison Holcomb (2) dribbles down the lane as she tries to make a basket against an Oconee County defender. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County sophomore guard Madison Holcomb (2) dribbles down the lane as she tries to make a basket against an Oconee County defender. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Lady Dogs learn lessons from tough non-region schedule

Lance McCurley
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Despite a losing record entering this week, the Morgan County girls basketball team remains a top-10 team in Class 2A.The Lady Dogs are ranked No. 8 in the SandySpiel.com Class 2A rankings because of their tough schedule.
Last week, Morgan County girls’ basketball player Jaden Young signed to play at Emmanuel College. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Last week, Morgan County girls’ basketball player Jaden Young signed to play at Emmanuel College. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Young finds college home at Emmanuel

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
It is official.Morgan County girls’ basketball senior Jaden Young has signed with Emmanuel College to continue her hoops career. She signed with the Lady Lions last week during a ceremony at the school.Young considered several schools before deciding on Emmanuel College, located in Franklin Springs.
Morgan County’s Cydney Burke (24) attempts to shoot a jump shot in last week’s loss to Putnam County. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County’s Cydney Burke (24) attempts to shoot a jump shot in last week’s loss to Putnam County. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Lady Dogs begin season with high hopes

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
After a trip to the Elite Eight last season, Morgan County girls’ basketball has high hopes for this year.Before the season, third-year head coach Milfred Franklin was eager to get things going. He’s seen his players grow in the offseason and develop a strong chemistry together on and off the court.
Junior Jaylen Elder (11) was an All-Region selection for the Dogs. FILE PHOTO

Junior Jaylen Elder (11) was an All-Region selection for the Dogs. FILE PHOTO

Basketball ‘Dogs, Lady Dogs earn All-Region honors

Lance McCurley
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Morgan County’s basketball teams recently announced that six players made the All-Region 4-AAA list in 2024. The ‘Dogs and Lady Dogs had three players each make either the All-Region First or Second teams.
The Lady Dogs pose for a photo after knocking off No. 1 seed Calvary Day last Friday. CONTRIBUTED

The Lady Dogs pose for a photo after knocking off No. 1 seed Calvary Day last Friday. CONTRIBUTED

From Sweet to Elite: Lady Dogs shock top-seed Calvary Day

Lance McCurley
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Morgan County’s girls basketball is heading to the Elite Eight after upsetting top-seed Calvary Day on Feb. 23rd.  The Lady Dogs defeated the Lady Cavaliers 46-37, advancing to the quarterfinals for the first time in seven years.
Morgan County junior Jaden Young (14) scored a team-high 18 points during a win over Dougherty during the first round of the Class AAA state playoffs. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County junior Jaden Young (14) scored a team-high 18 points during a win over Dougherty during the first round of the Class AAA state playoffs. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Young, defensive effort leads Lady Dogs to first-round win

Lance McCurley
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Defense and junior Jaden Young helped Morgan County top Dougherty in Tuesday’s first-round playoff tilt. Young scored 18 points for the Lady Dogs, who defeated the Lady Trojans 49-41 to advance to the Sweet 16 round of the Class 3A state playoffs.
Morgan County senior Precious Benford (20) pushes the ball up the floor in a win over Salem. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County senior Precious Benford (20) pushes the ball up the floor in a win over Salem. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Lady ‘Dogs trying to find consistency

Lance McCurley
Thursday, February 1, 2024
Morgan County’s girl’s basketball team has been on a hot streak, winning six out of its last eight games. After Tuesday’s 70-23 win over Hephzibah, the Lady ‘Dogs are 13-10 overall and 5-2 in Region 4-AAA.
Franklin’s squad is 10-9 overall and 3-1 in region competition following Tuesday’s loss to Cross Creek. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Franklin’s squad is 10-9 overall and 3-1 in region competition following Tuesday’s loss to Cross Creek. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Lady Dogs starting to find a rhythm

Lance McCurley
Thursday, January 18, 2024
Morgan County Lady Dogs’ coach Milfred Franklin feels his team is hitting its stride at the right time. Franklin’s squad is 10-9 overall and 3-1 in region competition following Tuesday’s loss to Cross Creek. The No. 7 Lady Razorbacks (12-4, 3-0) survived a scare by defeating Morgan County, 41-38.
Morgan County freshman Miracle Ward (12) has been a key role player this season. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County freshman Miracle Ward (12) has been a key role player this season. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Lady Dogs place second at Wimbley Classic

Lance McCurley
Thursday, January 4, 2024
The Morgan County girls’ basketball team (7-8) recently competed in the Oscar’s Wimbley Classic tournament at Lamar County High School and came away with a second-place finish.
Morgan County senior Tanayah Briney (3) brings the ball up the floor in a loss to Oglethorpe County last month. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County senior Tanayah Briney (3) brings the ball up the floor in a loss to Oglethorpe County last month. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Lady ‘Dogs rebound after tough start

Lance McCurley
Thursday, December 7, 2023
After an 0-3 start to the season, Morgan County girls’ basketball finally got into the win column. The Lady ‘Dogs reeled off three straight wins, starting with a 58-35 decision over Winder-Barrow on Nov. 21, before their streak came to an end Saturday at Oconee County.
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