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Connell steps down as Bulldogg coach

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Wednesday, February 25. 2009

Veteran Winder-Barrow High School boys basketball coach Eli Connell suddenly stepped down from his position this week, the Barrow Journal confirmed Wednesday morning. Connell, who had been the head coach for the Bulldogg program for the past six seasons, guided WBHS to a subregion title with a 9-1 record in 2008-09. His Bulldoggs were upset in ... [Full Story »]

UPDATED: Connell steps down as Bulldogg coach

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Wednesday, February 25. 2009

In a surprise move, Winder-Barrow High School varsity boys basketball coach Eli Connell stepped down from his position as Bulldogg mentor Tuesday. Connell, who has posted six winning seasons in as many years as WBHS head coach, said he does not have a head basketball coaching job lined up for next season and at this point is willing to not ... [Full Story »]

Lessons learned for WBHS wrestling duo

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Wednesday, February 25. 2009

Devan Espinosa was the top dog for the Winder-Barrow High School wrestling program this season. The 125-pound competitor earned a top eight finish at the Class AAAA state meet last week at the Gwinnett Arena. Espinosa’s run at state was catapulted by a first-round pin against Stephen Plante of Starrs Mill, the No. 2 seed. “It was an ... [Full Story »]

Sheppard takes third for Mat Wildcats

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Wednesday, February 25. 2009

While the final results were not what the Apalachee High School trio of wrestlers were hoping for, the 2008-09 season was still deemed a success by coach Jim Stoudenmire. Zak Moore, Austin Sheppard and Chris Hamrick each advanced to the Class AAAA state finals this past week at the Gwinnett Arena to cap what was standout seasons for each. ... [Full Story »]

Region belongs to Lady Raiders

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Saturday, February 21. 2009

Team wins second title in three years WINDER--Dan Lampe remembers the sullen expressions on the Lady Raiders' faces last year when the team was photographed with the region runner-up trophy. “I remember telling myself I wouldn’t take that photo again,” the coach said. Well, there were only smiles for the camera Friday night as Madison ... [Full Story »]

JCCHS sends seven grapplers to state

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Thursday, February 19. 2009

Seven Mat Panthers qualified to go to State competition this weekend during the sectional tournament held at Eagles Landing High School. Eleven Jackson County grapplers had the opportunity to make the cut, with the top eight placers in each weight class going to state. Ryan Howe had the best performance for Jackson County, placing first in the ... [Full Story »]

Scoreboard: Jefferson Dragons Feb. 19

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Thursday, February 19. 2009

Girls Basketball Feb. 18 - The Lady Dragons saw their season come to an end during round one of post-season play. Jefferson fell to Union County Wednesday night 46-38. For more on these stories, see the Feb. 25 edition of The Jackson Herald .

Scoreboard: Jackson County Panthers Feb. 18

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Thursday, February 19. 2009

Boys Basketball Feb. 17 - The Jackson County Panthers basketball season came to a close Tuesday. The Panthers lost in their first post-season game to the Elbert County Blue Devils 72-38 Girls Basketball Feb. 18 - The season ended Wednesday night for the Lady Panthers, with a loss to Franklin County. The final score was 59-27. For more on these ... [Full Story »]

Scoreboard: East Jackson Eagles Feb. 18

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Thursday, February 19. 2009

Boys Basketball Feb. 17 - The East Jackson Eagles will continue their post-season after picking up a win Wednesday night over Rabun County 63-43. They are scheduled to continue tournament play by facing Riverside Friday night at 8:30 p.m. at Rabun County. Girls Basketball Feb. 17 - The post-season came to a close for the Lady Eagles on ... [Full Story »]

Panthers close regular season with two losses

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Wednesday, February 18. 2009

The Jackson County Panthers finished up regular season play last week, as they dropped their last two games to Franklin County and Eastside. The Panthers now look towards post-season play. They were scheduled to travel to Elbert County Tuesday night to face the number one seed Blue Devils. Results of that game were unavailable at press time. ... [Full Story »]

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