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Raiders win 9-inning thriller

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Thursday, August 27. 2009

MCHS downs Hab. in subregion opener Tues. In a region that’s often decided by one-run games, the Madison County High School softball team has proved its mettle so far in pressure situations. The Raiders (8-1, 1-0) beat Habersham Central 2-1 Tuesday in nine innings for their second extra-inning victory this year against an 8-AAAA foe. Madison ... [Full Story »]

Volley Raiders ‘getting there’

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Thursday, August 27. 2009

Madison Co. starts out 1-2 The Madison County High School volleyball team is off to a 1-2 start, beating Walnut Grove (Aug. 20) and losing to Buford (Aug. 18) and Monroe Area (Aug. 20). New coach Kristen Delay said her team got off to a slow start in the season opener against Buford, but redeemed itself by picking up its first win two days ... [Full Story »]

Lady Leopards start region play on Sept. 3

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Thursday, August 27. 2009

The Lady Leopards softball team is on a roll after going undefeated to win the Commerce Invitational this past weekend. The ladies will work to maintain their winning streak as they prepare to begin region competition next week. Banks County’s record sits at 7-3 overall, as the Lady Leopards prepare to host Franklin County today (Wednesday). ... [Full Story »]

Lady Panthers defeat Hart Co. in region opener

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Thursday, August 27. 2009

After a strong opening that saw back-to-back wins against Johnson, the Lady Panthers softball team saw an up and down weekend at the Hawk/Bulldog Invitational before moving on to score their the win in their first region pairing of the season on Monday. Jackson County is next slated to travel to Elbert County to face the Lady Blue Devils. First ... [Full Story »]

EJCHS Ladies Fight Illness, Competitors

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Thursday, August 27. 2009

It’s been a bumpy start for the East Jackson Lady Eagles volleyball team, as it enters the week with a 1-6 record. The Lady Eagles will take to the court on Thursday at Clarke Central against the Gladiators and Salem, beginning at 5 p.m. The Lady Eagles started off their season on Aug. 15 by hosting a play date for several area teams. The ... [Full Story »]

Lady Dragons hosts Lakeview Academy Thurs.

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Thursday, August 27. 2009

The Jefferson Lady Dragons volleyball team have won two and lost one match in the last week, as they faced Athens Academy, West Hall and Hebron Christian. The Lady Dragons continue their season by playing their first area match of the season Thursday when they play host to Lakeview Academy, and non-region rival Flowery Branch. Game time is ... [Full Story »]

Tigers To ‘Put On Good Show’ At Jefferson Fri.

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Thursday, August 27. 2009

The football season kicks off this Friday as the Commerce Tigers head across the river to take on long-standing rival Jefferson. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. at Memorial Stadium in what has been dubbed The River War. The history between the two teams stretches back over six decades and follows a number of ups and downs for both sides, according to ... [Full Story »]

Wildcats open quest for region title Friday

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Thursday, August 27. 2009

Football coaches, at all levels, preach the value of not overlooking any opponent. Apalachee High School football coach Shane Davis will deliver that sermon to his players this week and hope they are listening as final preparations are made for the season opener against Monroe Area. While the Purple Hurricanes did not register a win in 2008, ... [Full Story »]

Jefferson to host Commerce Thursday

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Thursday, August 27. 2009

The Jefferson Lady Dragons softball team find themselves in the midst of a two game winning streak after recording wins against Providence Christian and Wesleyan. Jefferson next plays host to their in-county rival, Commerce, in a Thursday pairing. First pitch is scheduled for 5:45 p.m. Jefferson’s current win streak began last Tuesday as they ... [Full Story »]

Panthers set to face Bobcats in opener

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Wednesday, August 26. 2009

The weeks have whittled their way down to days, as the 2009 high school football season is set to get underway Friday night. For the Jackson County Panthers, that start means a long drive to Fairburn to face a very athletic team at Our Lady of Mercy. Last year, the Bobcats came out on the short end of a 16-10 final as the Panthers snapped a ... [Full Story »]

Entries from August 2009