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Gatewood senior Presley Moss runs her part of a relay race at a home meet earlier this season. CONTRIBUTED

Gatewood senior Presley Moss runs her part of a relay race at a home meet earlier this season. CONTRIBUTED

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Gatewood track & field squad off to strong start

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Gatewood’s track and field teams are off to an impressive start to the regular season, with both the boys and girls squads showing promise under the guidance of head coach Jeff Ratliff.On the girls’ side, the Gators have already made a statement.
Senior striker Brenda Escutia (14) chases down a ball during a recent match for the Lady War Eagles. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Senior striker Brenda Escutia (14) chases down a ball during a recent match for the Lady War Eagles. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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Lady War Eagles heading in the right direction amidst challenging season

Skyla Morris
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Putnam County’s girls soccer team is nearing the end of its 2026 season, with one game remaining in the regular season.The Lady War Eagles recently traveled to Greene County, where they earned a hard-fought overtime victory after a 2-2 tie at the end of regulation.
Following a 7-4 decision over Jasper County on March 31, War Eagles head baseball coach Stephen Phillips (in red) shared his accomplishment of reaching 300 career wins with his current team and family members. CONTRIBUTED

Following a 7-4 decision over Jasper County on March 31, War Eagles head baseball coach Stephen Phillips (in red) shared his accomplishment of reaching 300 career wins with his current team and family members. CONTRIBUTED

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Phillips wins 300th career baseball game

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Putnam County head baseball coach Stephen Phillips reached a major milestone March 31, earning his 300th career win with a 7-4 decision over Jasper County.Phillips called it a “special” moment for him and his family.
Putnam County boys basketball senior Jmari Greene (center) recently signed a letter of intent to play for Andrew College. CONTRIBUTED

Putnam County boys basketball senior Jmari Greene (center) recently signed a letter of intent to play for Andrew College. CONTRIBUTED

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Greene signs to play at next level

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Putnam County senior Jmari Greene is taking the next step in his basketball journey, officially signing a letter of intent to play at Andrew College.
Putnam County senior Jackson Dodd pumps himself up on the mound after a big strikeout, helping the War Eagles maintain momentum game one against the Hurricanes. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County senior Jackson Dodd pumps himself up on the mound after a big strikeout, helping the War Eagles maintain momentum game one against the Hurricanes. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

War Eagles win pivotal region series over Jasper

Lance McCurley
Monday, April 6, 2026
Putnam County’s baseball team picked up a key region series win last week, taking two of three games from Jasper County.The War Eagles (11-9, 6-3) handed the Hurricanes their first two region losses of the season and strengthened their position in the standings.
Emery Burnett after his March 28 win in the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League tournament, presented by T-H Marine (BFL) tournament on Lake Sinclair. CONTRIBUTED

Emery Burnett after his March 28 win in the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League tournament, presented by T-H Marine (BFL) tournament on Lake Sinclair. CONTRIBUTED

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Bass tourney rewards Lake Sinclair anglers

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Emery Burnett won his second career MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) tournament last Saturday on Lake Sinclair.
Putnam County’s No. 1 singles player Leland Erickson returns a serve during a volley in Monday’s match against Lamar County. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County’s No. 1 singles player Leland Erickson returns a serve during a volley in Monday’s match against Lamar County. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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REGION CHAMPS! Putnam boys celebrate 'huge' victory

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
The Putnam County boys tennis team captured the Region 4-Class A Division I championship earlier this week.The War Eagles (11-2) will head into the state tournament later this month with a top-eight seed.
Putnam County’s No. 1 singles team of Addie Grace Usry (left) and Joelle Lukens (right) high-five after winning a point for the Lady War Eagles against Social Circle on Monday. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County’s No. 1 singles team of Addie Grace Usry (left) and Joelle Lukens (right) high-five after winning a point for the Lady War Eagles against Social Circle on Monday. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Putnam girls finish second in region

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
The Putnam County girls tennis team turned in a strong performance at the Region 4-Class A Division I tournament earlier this week, finishing as the runner-up and positioning itself well for the upcoming state playoffs.The Lady War Eagles entered as the No.
Gatewood sophomore Ben Pearson pitched five innings against region rival Brentwood and allowed just two hits and three runs while striking out six Eagles in a 10-3 win for the Gators. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Gatewood sophomore Ben Pearson pitched five innings against region rival Brentwood and allowed just two hits and three runs while striking out six Eagles in a 10-3 win for the Gators. TREY NORRIS/Staff

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Gatewood perfect so far in region

Trey Norris
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Since Gatewood’s baseball team (9-4, 5-0) got back on track with a 16-0 win at Central Fellowship Christian Academy (CFCA) on March 20, the Gators have strung together two more wins for a three-game win streak and a 5-0 record in region competition.
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