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ROLLASON: Breaking down the NFC races

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Saturday, July 30. 2011

Let’s face it, Sundays without football is a scary thought. Hopefully we can have a football season this year. I can’t even comprehend what would happen in America if the NFL did not have a season. There would possibly be a rise in crime and certainly a rise in boredom. Not something I want to see happen. But just in case there is a season, ... [Full Story »]

OPINION: This fan won’t ever forget the ‘Murph’

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Thursday, July 28. 2011

By Dallas Bordon If you were in playing sports growing up, most of us had our professional heroes or idols that we may have modeled ourselves after. For me it was former Braves’ player Dale Murphy. That man could do no wrong in my eyes on the field. He was my hero back then, not only for the way he played the game but also for the morals and ... [Full Story »]

CROSS COUNTRY: Busy and fun summer for running Doggs

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Wednesday, July 27. 2011

Michael Lofton believes in hard work and preparation. The Winder-Barrow High School cross country coach also believes in having fun. With that combination in mind, Lofton has been working his runners for the upcoming fall campaign but never losing track of the fun part. WBHS begins its conditioning program for the new season in May. “We start ... [Full Story »]

BRIDGES: A few things that make college football great

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Wednesday, July 27. 2011

As we inch closer to the start of a new college football season, I reflect on some of the things which make it the greatest spectator sport. From game day in the fall to being able to watch 12 hours (or more) of action each Saturday, college football simply can’t be matched. While I will always be a fan of the NFL (millionare vs. billionare ... [Full Story »]

Two Sea Dragons take state

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Wednesday, July 27. 2011

Jefferson finishes 3rd in state JEFFERSON capped its successful summer in the pool with a fitting strong finish in the finale. Two Sea Dragons won individual state titles, while the team finished third overall in the state standings with 315 points at the Georgia Parks and Recreation Association meet in Tifton. Camille Porter took the state ... [Full Story »]

Volleyball: EJCHS coach points to senior class, team chemistry

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Wednesday, July 27. 2011

EAST JACKSON coach Tim Thomas is cautiously optimistic about his team’s 2011 fortunes – and the key word here is optimistic. Armed with three seniors that have played exclusively under Thomas’s direction for four years, East Jackson enters the fall season coming off a 10-win campaign in 2010. Jill Edmonson (setter), Haley Simmons (right ... [Full Story »]

Volleyball: JCCHS equipped with experience, young talent this fall

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Wednesday, July 27. 2011

JACKSON COUNTY hopes a mix of experienced players coupled with an influx of talent rising from the junior varsity will lead to a .500 or better finish in 2011. Senior outside hitters Rachel Smith and Jasmine Williams both return, bringing experience to the team this fall. But coach Crystal Colley points to a crop of promising young players that ... [Full Story »]

Football team competes in challenge camp

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Tuesday, July 26. 2011

The Banks County High School football team recently traveled to Flowery Branch High School for a three-day challenge camp. The players experienced valuable training time with coaches from all across the State of Georgia. This is one of only a handful of camps that the players get to wear pads and helmets and make contact during the sessions. ... [Full Story »]

Senior baseball, softball all stars fall at state

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Monday, July 25. 2011

Madison County’s senior league all star baseball and softball teams were eliminated from their state tournaments this past week. The softball squad advanced all the way to the state finals, downing West Point in the tournament opener 11-4, losing to Harris County 7-6 Sunday, defeating Western 12-6 Monday, before dropping a heart-breaker to ... [Full Story »]

ROLLASON: Team makes America proud

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Saturday, July 23. 2011

For nearly three hours on Sunday, Americans were captivated by the possibility of the USA women’s soccer team winning the World Cup. All other sports and activities in America were put on hold as Hope Solo and company fought for their country in the world’s most popular sport. Baseball stadiums were half-full, and bars across the nation ... [Full Story »]

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