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Davis makes additions to AHS coaching staff

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Wednesday, April 28. 2010

Shane Davis places a high level of importance on his coaching staff being a family. That’s why the Apalachee High School football coach doesn’t hire new coaches often or without much thought and process. After defensive coordinator David Wagner left to become the new head coach at Winder-Barrow High School, Davis took his time in retooling ... [Full Story »]

Diamond Doggs go for home field advantage

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Wednesday, April 28. 2010

The playoffs are already a certainty but the Winder-Barrow High School baseball team still has work to do before the 2010 regular season comes to an end. With the No. 2 seed from Region 8-AAAA still on the line, the Diamond Doggs took one more step toward clinching that spot with a 3-0 win against visiting Monroe Area Monday at Charles W. ... [Full Story »]

COLUMN: Building a program takes time, patience

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Wednesday, April 28. 2010

The smile on Mike Cavey’s face said a lot last Friday afternoon as the day’s sun began to settle at the Apalachee High School baseball complex. After suffering several disappointing setbacks in recent outings, the Diamond Wildcat coach was able to smile for a few minutes. For just a short while earlier, his team had put the finishing ... [Full Story »]

Lady Doggs begin soccer playoffs

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Wednesday, April 28. 2010

After compiling a 14-2-1 record during the regular season, one might think the opening-round playoff matchup for the Winder-Barrow High School girls soccer team might be a little easier than what it has been dealt. One would be wrong. Coach Ben Arms’ team will face Starr’s Mill, the No. 2-seeded team from Region 5-AAAA, in the opening round ... [Full Story »]

Wildcats set for soccer playoffs

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Monday, April 26. 2010

The Apalachee High School boys soccer team will enter the postseason Tuesday against Starr's Mill High School on the road. Coach Chad Hooper's team finished as the No. 3 seed from Region 8-AAAA while Starr's Mill represents the soccer loaded Region 5-AAAA. The match is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. in Peachtree City. The Wildcats compiled an 8-2 ...

Gowder advances to state

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Saturday, April 24. 2010

The Banks County golf teams are sending one golfer through to the state round. Cara Gowder was the low medalist in the girls’ 8-AA region tournament on Monday shooting an 86. Gowder, a freshman, advances to the state match on May 3 at the Alpharetta Athletic Club, East Course. Lady Leopards’ coach Len Dalton said that Gowder has worked hard ... [Full Story »]

Lady Tigers Head To Region

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Friday, April 23. 2010

Commerce’s track teams are nearing the finish of the regular season. The Lady Tigers’ region meet will be this Saturday at Athens Academy while the boys have another week before heading to compete at region. Both teams competed last week at East Jackson. The Thursday tri-meet among East Jackson, Banks County and Commerce had Commerce taking ... [Full Story »]

East Jackson Wraps Up Soccer Seasons

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Friday, April 23. 2010

The East Jackson soccer teams wrapped up their seasons this week, playing their last two matches of the year. Last Wednesday, East Jackson hosted Banks County and fell 2-0 to the Leopards. The girls, meanwhile, outscored the Lady Leopards 2-0. On Saturday, the Eagles brought their season to a close by hosting the Jefferson Dragons. It was a ... [Full Story »]

Region ahead for Lady Leopards’ track

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Friday, April 23. 2010

Banks County’s track teams are nearing the finish of the regular season. The Lady Leopards’ region meet will be this Saturday at East Jackson while the boys have another week before heading to compete at region. Both teams competed last week at East Jackson. The Thursday tri-met among East Jackson, Banks County and Commerce had Banks taking ... [Full Story »]

Some great, and some not so great, drafts

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Friday, April 23. 2010

Last week we took a look at some of the greatest NFL players of all time who weren’t drafted very high in their respective draft year. Any player drafted below the third round that still puts together a Hall of Fame career has to be considered a steal. General managers, coaches, and owners all look for those hidden gem that turn out to be ... [Full Story »]

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