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Tiger swim team shows vast improvment in second season

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Thursday, January 31. 2013

The Commerce swim team ended its second regular season Saturday at the Second Annual Falcon Invitational in Gainesville. The Tigers finished eighteenth out of the 25 teams that competed. Commerce head coach Sara Massey said she was pleased with the effort from swimmers this year, “We had a great season and times continued to improve each ... [Full Story »]

Mat Eagles continue to evolve

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Thursday, January 31. 2013

While The 2012-13 East Jackson wrestling squad hasn’t been a dominating force in tournaments, head coach Zach Morrison firmly believes that the team has consistently made strides as the 2012-13 season has progressed. “When you look at how far we have progressed this season, it is night and day,” he said. “Coming into the season I knew ... [Full Story »]

Tigers look for different results in second contest with Jefferson

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Thursday, January 31. 2013

The Commerce boys’ basketball team improved to 9-9 last Tuesday, after rallying in the fourth quarter to come back against George Walton Academy. After a sluggish start, the Tigers fought throughout the night to keep the game as close as possible. Down by four heading into the fourth, victory was in an arm’s reach. Commerce outscored the ... [Full Story »]

Linebacker becoming a “force” in Panthers’ lineup

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Thursday, January 31. 2013

An offseason football challenge has turned one wrestler this season into a “force to deal with” heading into the Area 4 AAA meet on Friday. Evan Breakspear (220-lbs.) won his second individual tournament for his Jackson County Comprehensive High School team Saturday at the Bowdon Invitational meet. Lane Robertson (182-lbs.) joined him with ... [Full Story »]

JHS coach applauds Swim Dragons on inaugural season

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Thursday, January 31. 2013

The Jefferson High School Swim Dragons completed their regular season Saturday at the Frances Meadows Aquatic Center, where about 550 swimmers representing 25 teams met. Coach Lane Guzman praised all of the swimmers on the JHS team for the various ways in which they adopted the sport and contributed this season. In assessing the first year, she ... [Full Story »]

Recruits, coaches rely on technology to advance their games

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Thursday, January 31. 2013

For local athletes with the talent and desire to land a college scholarship, Jefferson High School quarterback Bryant Shirreffs is providing a road map on how to enhance chances of being spotted by a wide radius of recruiters. His college scholarship offers have blossomed as national signing day, Feb. 6, nears. There are several reasons why, ... [Full Story »]

Elise Coberly reaches milestone as Madison Co. downs Lumpkin Co.

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Thursday, January 31. 2013

Elise Coberly scored a game high of 24 points Tuesday night versus Lumpkin County, but 20 of those points were all she needed to reach her 1000th career point. With 5:36 left in the third quarter, Coberly drilled a three-pointer for career point number 1,001. The last Lady Raider to reach the 1,000 mark was Courtney Freeman, who continued her ... [Full Story »]

Lady Wildcats defeat Winder-Barrow

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Thursday, January 31. 2013

A 14-point effort by Jasmin Bell helped the Apalachee High School Lady Wildcats defeat Winder-Barrow 45-27 Friday. Ryan Burke added 11 points and eight rebounds for AHS while Zalandria Hill was 9-of-10 from the foul line. Bronwyn Wade finished with four points, but had an impressive 11 rebounds for the Lady Wildcats, who improved to 4-9 in ... [Full Story »]

Barrow Recreation hosting baseball registration

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Thursday, January 31. 2013

The Barrow County Parks and Recreation Department will continue youth baseball registration through Feb. 15. Ages range from 4-16 with fees from $55-110. Age control date is prior to May 1, 2013. Evaluations will take place the week of Feb. 16.

Daunting schedule awaits Diamond Knights

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Thursday, January 31. 2013

Note: This is the first in a series spotlighting the upcoming baseball schedules for local teams. Winder-Barrow and Apalachee will be previewed in coming weeks. After exploding onto the scene last spring in its first varsity season, the Bethlehem Christian Academy Diamond Knights are anxiously looking forward to the 2013 campaign. BCA advanced ... [Full Story »]

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