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Knights hire offensive coordinator

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Wednesday, July 18. 2012

Lance Fendley has plenty of coaching experience despite entering just his eighth year in the business. The new Bethlehem Christian Academy offensive coordinator has coached at the college level, the high school level and even in Boys and Girls Club leagues. Now Fendley hopes to lend a hand in building the Knights football program. That ... [Full Story »]

Softball: JHS coach values summer instruction time

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Wednesday, July 18. 2012

AS LONG as the players are hustling, Jefferson coach Melissa Mullis is pretty understanding of softball mistakes during this time of year. After all, the summer softball slate is a time for players to learn and, in turn, for Mullis to learn more about her players. “The only way they get in trouble is a lack of intensity or a lack of ... [Full Story »]

New region for sports teams

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Wednesday, July 18. 2012

A new era in Banks County High School history will unfold as the Leopards start a new season of sports this fall in Class 7-AAA. In August, BCHS moves up along with new competition including 64 other teams from across the state in the AAA division, which came about earlier this year when the Georgia High School Association made the decision to ... [Full Story »]

ROLLASON: Silva — At the top of the food chain

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Wednesday, July 18. 2012

Every time it seems that someone has passed Anderson Silva on the top pound-for-pound fighter in the world list he seems to come out in his next fight and re-assert his position. Take, for instance, the recent success of UFC Light Heavyweight champion Jon Jones. With his near spotless record and recent dominance over the Light Heavyweight ... [Full Story »]

9-10 year-old All Stars blast their way to state

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Saturday, July 14. 2012

By Dallas Bordon Get out the brooms and wave them in the air. The Madison County 9-and-10-year old baseball All-Stars swept their way to a district title last week in Rabun County. Madison County began its road to state by defeating Franklin County last Monday night 20-10 behind a four-hit performance by Colby Smith and three hits from Adam ... [Full Story »]

23 Tiger Sharks Headed To State

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Thursday, July 12. 2012

Commerce Tiger Shark swimmers boasted strong performances last Saturday, with 23 swimmers placing in the top three in their respective events during the GRPA District 7 Swim Meet at the Ruby Fulbright Aquatic Center in Clarkesville. Tiger Shark spirits were soaring as swimmer after swimmer emerged from the water with state qualifying times. ... [Full Story »]

Lady Tiger All-Stars Are World Series Bound

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Thursday, July 12. 2012

The Commerce 8-under softball all-stars recently fought their way to a third-place finish in the state tournament in Chickamauga, earning a bid to the Dizzy Dean World Series in Southaven, Miss. The state tournament, held June 29 through July 2, hosted approximately 15 teams from all over Georgia. Receiving a bye in the first round, the Lady ... [Full Story »]

Mat Doggs have stocked roster for upcoming season

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Thursday, July 12. 2012

Coach Jason Austin looks to the future of the Winder-Barrow High School wrestling program and likes what he sees. “We have a good group coming back,” Austin said Sunday. “They have worked hard this summer.” Austin will enter his second season guiding the program. Initially stepping in for former coach Chad Horne who took a job overseas, ... [Full Story »]

Wildcats return to work

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Wednesday, July 11. 2012

When Monday morning arrived, it was back to the summer grind for the Apalachee High School Wildcats. After taking several days off for the Georgia High School Association’s imposed “dead week,” the Wildcats returned to the weight room and practice field Monday morning. Coach Shane Davis said preparation at this stage will continue to ... [Full Story »]

BRIDGES: Track upgrade will benefit WBHS program

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Wednesday, July 11. 2012

Winder-Barrow High School has a storied history when it comes to its track program. Even today, athletes qualify every spring for the state meets in Albany and Jefferson. Considering the program’s history, it’s great to see the track at W. Clair Harris Stadium receiving a makeover this summer. “Getting a new track is something that WBHS ... [Full Story »]

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