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Tigers Come Up Short Against Lions, 31-28

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Friday, September 3. 2010

For the second time in as many weeks, the Commerce Tigers came up just three points short of a shot at victory as they lost Friday night to the Franklin County Lions 31-28. The Lions would get on the board first, taking a 7-0 lead in the first quarter. By the end of the first half, Franklin County had run the lead to a 17-0 advantage. The ... [Full Story »]

Eagles Fall Short, Lose To Oconee Co. 17-14

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Friday, September 3. 2010

A missed field goal just over six minutes into Friday night's game at Oconee County may have been the difference between having a shot at victory and defeat for the East Jackson Eagles, who came up just three points short in the end, losing to the Warriors 17-14. Both teams held each other at a draw through the first quarter, with East Jackson ... [Full Story »]

SEE PHOTOS: JCCHS 21, Walnut Grove 3

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Friday, September 3. 2010

JCCHS 21, Walnut Grove 3: Panthers too much for new Walnut Grove program

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Friday, September 3. 2010

Getting to play four quarters of football with clear skies this time, Jackson County produced highlights on both sides of the ball to stay unbeaten. Kyle Daniel threw a 60-yard touchdown to Ben Brissey, Austin McDonald ran for 176 yards and Garrett Holt intercepted three passes as Jackson County moved to 2-0 with a 21-3 victory over fledgling ... [Full Story »]

North Hall 24, JHS 21: Dragons' upset bid of Class AAA powerhouse falls short

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Friday, September 3. 2010

GAINESVILLE — Jefferson gave Class AAA’s no. 6 team a scare on the road Friday but saw its 21-game regular season unbeaten streak end, nevertheless. The Dragons (1-1) fell 24-21 to the Trojans after rallying from a 17-0 half time deficit. Jefferson faces Dawson County this week in its Region 8-AA cross-over game. The Dragons’ second-half ... [Full Story »]

Red Raiders take on Salem Fri.

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Friday, September 3. 2010

Anyone who was expecting Flowery Branch to waltz over the Madison County Red Raiders last Friday night was sorely disappointed as the Red Raiders’ defense put up a fight against the visiting Falcons. While Flowery Branch would come out on top, 21-0 over Madison County, the Red Raiders made a strong effort, which pleased head coach Randell ... [Full Story »]

CHS Cross Country Teams Prep For 2010

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Friday, September 3. 2010

The 2010 cross country season is about to start for the Commerce Tigers and Lady Tigers. The teams will open their season on Sept. 14 at Rabun Gap. With two weeks worth of practice under their belts, coach Mark Hale said the teams still have a lot of work to do. “Right now, we’re struggling with distance,” Hale said. “We’ve got to put ... [Full Story »]

Leopards look to defeat Riverside on Fri.

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Friday, September 3. 2010

It was three years ago that the Banks County Leopards won their last opening game to start football season. However, that game wasn’t nearly as exciting as the game last Friday as Banks County surged over Social Circle for a 40-14 victory. In what coach Blair Armstrong described as a “great team effort,” the Leopards played as a solid ... [Full Story »]

Lady Eagles Take 4th In Opener

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Friday, September 3. 2010

Mark it down as a promising opener for the East Jackson Eagles Cross Country teams. Both the boys and girls teams took part in the NEGA Championships at Athens Christian on Saturday. The girls placed fourth out of 18 teams, while the boys finished 11th out of 26 schools. Sherri Blalock finished third overall among the girls out of 143 runners. ... [Full Story »]

Georgia’s best opening-day (or night) victories

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Thursday, September 2. 2010

With Georgia’s 2010 debut less than 48 hours away, let’s go over some memorable game-one triumphs from yesteryear. •Georgia 18, Alabama 17 (1965): You youngsters remember this one right? Georgia used the never-to-be forgotten flea flicker play to upset Bear Bryant and the defending national champs 45 years ago. Good thing replay didn’t ... [Full Story »]

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