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Wrestling: Panthers aiming for top 10 finish

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Thursday, February 16. 2012

ARMED with six state qualifiers, Jackson County has its sights set on a top 10 finish in Class AA when it takes to the wrestling mat this week at Gwinnett Arena. The tournament runs from Thursday to Saturday. Michael Shekey (fifth, 106 lb.), J.T. Wood (third, 113 lb.), Zach Moore (second, 120 lb.), Conner Andreasen (fourth, 126 lb.), Bryan ... [Full Story »]

EJCHS wrestlers advance

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Thursday, February 16. 2012

BOTH East Jackson wrestlers who qualified for sectionals have made it to the sport’s biggest stage in the state. Eagle heavyweight Jeff Chandler finished third at the weekend sectionals at Dublin and 113-lb. wrestler Garrett Lott took seventh as both move on to the state meet at Gwinnett Arena this week. Wrestling action starts Thursday at 5 ... [Full Story »]

Basketball: 19 local players make All-8-AA South teams

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Thursday, February 16. 2012

NINETEEN local basketball players were named to the All-8-AA South teams released this week. The Jackson County girls were well represented with five players making the list, including two first-teamers — Danni Cunningham and Victoria Fontana. Katie Phillips, Mason Garland and Macey Latty were honorable mention selections. Jared Scott was the ... [Full Story »]

Basketball: 19 local players make All-8-AA South teams

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Thursday, February 16. 2012

Parks steps down as Lady Wildcats coach

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Thursday, February 16. 2012

Michael Parks is looking for a new challenge. After directing the Apalachee High School Lady Wildcats basketball program for the past several years, Parks resigned Monday morning to pursue a future path in school administration. “I have enjoyed my time with the program,” Parks told the Barrow Journal. “However, now is the right time for ... [Full Story »]

Swim Doggs complete season at state

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Thursday, February 16. 2012

The Winder-Barrow High School swim team capped a successful season with an appearance at the state meet. Mitchell Buttler, Quinn McDaniels, Alex Hentenaar and Jake Hester competed in the 200 medley relay for the Swim Doggs Friday morning at Georgia Tech. “The meet started off with huge excitement,” said coach Jennifer Blevins. “We were in ... [Full Story »]

Boys' basketball: Dragons clinch state berth with free throw shooting

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Wednesday, February 15. 2012

JEFFERSON stayed alive in the postseason thanks to a reversal of its free throw shooting fortunes. The top-seeded Dragons sank eight consecutive free throws in the final 40 seconds Wednesday to clinch a 64-61 region tournament win over no. 4 seed Banks County and earn a trip to the state tournament. Click here for photos. “We dodged a bullet ... [Full Story »]

Wrestling: 13 Jefferson wrestlers qualify for state

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Wednesday, February 15. 2012

Dragons shoot for 12th consecutive title DESPITE 11 consecutive traditional state championships, Jefferson coach Doug Thurmond is plenty wary of the competition this week at the state tournament. When asked if he felt good about going into the championships at Gwinnett Arena, the coach maintained guarded optimism. “I don’t know if we feel ... [Full Story »]

McClure a favorite in state meet this weekend

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Wednesday, February 15. 2012

Chance McClure rallies his athletics around one concept his dad conveyed to him early on in life. “Hard work beats talent and talent doesn’t work hard,” McClure said. “That’s something my dad (Chip McClure) taught me. Just keep working hard and good things will come.” McClure, 16, already has accomplishments that speak to his ... [Full Story »]

Evaluations set at rec department

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Wednesday, February 15. 2012

The Commerce Parks and Recreation Department posted its schedule for youth baseball and softball evaluations, which happen this week on fields behind the department’s office at 204 Carson Street. Evaluations are conducted to help coaches establish competitive balance. Pee wee softball (ages 6-8) and pee wee baseball (ages 7-8) evaluations are ... [Full Story »]

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