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Banks 4-H’ers attend state archery tournament

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Tuesday, May 22. 2012

The Georgia 4-H S.A.F.E. Program held its Annual Target Challenge Weekend for Archery on May 4-5 at the Rock Eagle 4-H Center in Eatonton. In attendance were several local counties, including Banks, Habersham, Franklin and Jackson. The teams compete in several divisions depending on school grade. Starting with Cloverleaf's, being fifth and ... [Full Story »]

Raiders wrap up spring practice under new coach

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Monday, May 21. 2012

Madison County High School wrapped up spring practice with an instrasquad scrimmage Friday in Danielsville under new head coach Chris Smith. The verdict? Smith likes what he saw this spring — though there’s tons of work ahead. “I thought we did well,” he said. “I was impressed. They worked hard.” Smith said a major goal this spring ... [Full Story »]

Connell named AD at Monroe Area High School

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Friday, May 18. 2012

Former Winder-Barrow High School varsity boys basketball coach Eli Connell will be the new athletic director for Monroe Area High School beginning with the 2012-2013 school year. Connell, who compiled a 98-59 record at WBHS, had been an assistant coach at Loganville High School the past two seasons. During his time at WBHS, Connell coached two ... [Full Story »]

Knights host defending champs in semifinals

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Friday, May 18. 2012

The Bethlehem Christian Academy baseball team has not lost to a team in Class A this season. On paper, however, the Knights (19-2) will face their toughest challenge within their own classificiaton in the GISA when they host defending state champion Crisp Academy beginning Friday in a best-of-three semifinal series. A doubleheader will begin ... [Full Story »]

MCHS girls’ golf team takes 8th at state

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Friday, May 18. 2012

The Madison County girls’ golf team recently finished eighth at the state tournament. Madison County scorers included: Megan Boswell, 92; Katie Jane Phillips, 93; Nicole Jordan, 96; Anna Tolbert- 108. “That was the best 18-hole round Megan’s played all year,” said Madison County head coach Brent Bird. “She played a relaxed and ... [Full Story »]

Former UGA star coming to East Jackson

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Thursday, May 17. 2012

Ex-Bulldog and Falcon D.J. Shockley hosting camp May 26 FORMER Georgia quarterback D.J. Shockley knew there would come a point in his life when he’d want to impart the knowledge he’d gained from careers both in college and professional football. Now he’s doing that with a series of camps, one of which will be hosted at East Jackson this ... [Full Story »]

Hanna inches closer to ultimate golf goal

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Thursday, May 17. 2012

After four holes at the state golf tournament, Apalachee High School’s Shelby Hanna led the defending state champion by three strokes. Hanna had stormed out of the starting gate at Bartram Trail Golf Course in Evans and had all those following her play take notice. “My mind really starting racing then,” said AHS coach Kevin Morris. “It ... [Full Story »]

ROLLASON: The next chapter for Josh Hamilton

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Wednesday, May 16. 2012

No one has had a better start to the MLB season than Texas outfielder Josh Hamilton. Hamilton has been absolutely crushing the ball this season, in 34 games Josh has hit 18 home runs, 44 RBIs, and has an average of .402. Nothing short of incredible, in fact, Josh also showcased his talents in a game on May 8 when he hit four home runs against ... [Full Story »]

BCA sweeps quarterfinal opponent

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Wednesday, May 16. 2012

The Bethlehem Christian Academy baseball team dipped its toe into playoff waters for the first time last week and when all was said and done, the temperature was just right. The Knights improved to 19-2 overall by sweeping visiting Randolph Southern 11-1 in five innings and 5-0. The wins put BCA in the state semifinals against defending ... [Full Story »]

Wildcats receiving plenty of spring attention

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Wednesday, May 16. 2012

At Apalachee High School spring football practice, the usual people you expect to see are there. Wildcat coaches, players, trainers and personnel are there like they always are each spring practice. However, there have also been several visitors to recent spring practice sessions in the form of college scouts who have their eye on numerous AHS ... [Full Story »]

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