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Sea Dragons finish fourth at league champions, ready for state weekend

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Wednesday, July 23. 2008

The Jefferson Sea Dragons traveled north to Habersham County this past weekend to compete in the North Georgia Swim League Championship. The NGSL meet was a little different than what the swimmers are accustomed due to the meet being more of a team effort than individual scores. Jefferson snagged a respectable fourth place improving from last ... [Full Story »]

Senior Leaguers advance to semifinals

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Wednesday, July 23. 2008

The Madison County Senior League all-stars fell 6-5 to District 5 representative, Western Little League, Saturday afternoon, but won 5-4 Tuesday over Elbert County, which is out of District 6, to reach the state semifinals. The top two teams from each pool move on to the state semifinals. Madison County was scheduled to take on Oconee County ... [Full Story »]

Playing for it all

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Wednesday, July 23. 2008

Madison County's Senior League all-stars vying for state title tonight It’s safe to say Bryan Wilkes has baseball on the brain. “More than you can imagine — can’t eat, can’t sleep, having trouble working,” the Madison County Senior League all-star manager said Thursday morning. “Just a lot of emotions going on right now with ... [Full Story »]

Stadium improvements underway at Mill Creek

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Wednesday, July 23. 2008

BY KRISTI REED With a stadium that would rival those of most high schools and even many small colleges, the Mill Creek football family has every reason to be proud of their facilities. With the first game of the 2008 season little more than a month away, volunteers have been hard at work turning the stadium into a showcase for Mill Creek High ... [Full Story »]

Falcons to host fan festival on August 1, 2

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Wednesday, July 23. 2008

Drought conditions may have kept the Falcons’ popular Midtown Touchdown event from landing in Atlanta’s Piedmont Park this year, but the festivities are moving forward – in new locations and with a new name. The Falcons today announced their first “Allstate All-Access Weekend,” a free two-day fan fest that will feature many of the ... [Full Story »]

Five Lady Hawks named to Elite 80

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Wednesday, July 23. 2008

BY KRISTI REED Softball players from across the state participated in six underclassmen softball showcase events last month as part of the first annual Georgia Dugout Club underclassman softball showcase. The players were evaluated by a group of softball professionals who ranked each participant in several categories. The top players from the ... [Full Story »]

Madison Co. drivers fight to fantastic finish at Lavonia

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Wednesday, July 23. 2008

BY HEATHER RHOADES Correspondent Two of Madison County’s finest drivers Stanley Hill, Ila, and Robin Collins, Colbert, had the most exciting race of the weekend in the Hobby class at Lavonia Speedway. These two veterans brought fans to their feet cheering, as they rubbed fenders coming off turn four to take the checkered flag. Hill managed ... [Full Story »]

Commerce Racer Takes Home Dragway Victory

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Wednesday, July 23. 2008

Hancock Gets First “Wally” Trophy Every race weekend is an important one, but this weekend’s event took on special significance out at the Atlanta Dragway, as the National Dragster Challenge and Junior Dragster Challenge was held on Saturday. The annual event provides a chance for bracket racers to pick up an NHRA Wally Trophy, the ... [Full Story »]

Tigersharks Ready For State Meet

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Wednesday, July 23. 2008

The Commerce Tigersharks continued to work this week in preparation for their trip to Tifton for the State Meet this weekend. Practice continued this week for the 10 swimmers who will be going to Tifton. The team's final practice was scheduled for Wednesday. Qualifiers include, for the girls, Taylor Lacey, Hannah Lacey, Emmie Burley, and the ... [Full Story »]

Lady Eagles Focus On Future, Not Past, In 2008

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Wednesday, July 23. 2008

There’s really no other way to say it – 2007 was a tough year for the East Jackson Lady Eagles volleyball team. After picking up a historic first victory against the Gainesville Red Elephants on August 23, the team struggled for the rest of its first season to find its footing. But that was the past, and according to the Lady Eagles’ new ... [Full Story »]

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