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Putnam County head softball coach Mollie Jones talks with one of her players during a scrimmage over the summer. KIM CASH/Contributed

Putnam County head softball coach Mollie Jones talks with one of her players during a scrimmage over the summer. KIM CASH/Contributed

Putnam softball seeks to ‘bring back the fire’

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Putnam County softball began its season this week, and head coach Mollie Jones is hoping for a better result in 2025.The Lady War Eagles finished 2024 with a 3-17 overall record after a 3-16 mark two years ago.
With rain soaking everyone’s shirts and jerseys, Gatewood head coach Jeff Ratliff explains his next drill during practice last Friday at Sammons Field in Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/Staff

With rain soaking everyone’s shirts and jerseys, Gatewood head coach Jeff Ratliff explains his next drill during practice last Friday at Sammons Field in Eatonton. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Gators prepare for preseason game

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Gatewood head coach Jeff Ratliff is looking forward to seeing his new-look Gators take to the field this Friday night for a home exhibition game against Athens Christian.The same two teams held a preseason scrimmage last year, too, when the Eagles fielded a lot of young, first-year players.
Georgia veteran defensive back Joenel Aguero prepares to catch a pass while participating in position drills during a practice on Thursday, July 31. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Georgia veteran defensive back Joenel Aguero prepares to catch a pass while participating in position drills during a practice on Thursday, July 31. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Smart preaches clear message at fall camp

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Georgia football head coach Kirby Smart is known for his ability to prepare and motivate his teams each season.
A Putnam County defensive lineman (72) goes up against an offensive lineman from Winder-Barrow during a padded camp held in Eatonton on July 17. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

A Putnam County defensive lineman (72) goes up against an offensive lineman from Winder-Barrow during a padded camp held in Eatonton on July 17. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

War Eagles prepare to scrimmage West Laurens

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Putnam County football is ready to get started. The War Eagles will suit up this Friday to host West Laurens for a 7:30 p.m.scrimmage at Al Reaves Field.
Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton took the podium on Tuesday, July 15, to meet with reporters at the 2025 SEC Media Days event to discuss the upcoming season. Courtesy of UGA Athletics

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton took the podium on Tuesday, July 15, to meet with reporters at the 2025 SEC Media Days event to discuss the upcoming season. Courtesy of UGA Athletics

Stockton takes on leadership role for Dawgs

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Last week, when Georgia announced that quarterback Gunner Stockton would be one of three players representing the Bulldogs at SEC Media Days, it was a bit of a shock since he hasn’t been named the starter.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

Smith: Herschel Walker

Loran Smith
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Herschel Walker, nicknamed “the goal line stalker” by Dan Magill, may have been the greatest Bulldog ever when it came to that particular talent. He also may have been the best when it comes to accentuating the positive.
LANCE MCCURLEY/File Photo

LANCE MCCURLEY/File Photo

McCurley: Football is here

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
August 1st is the beginning of football season to me.— Colin CowherdFootball is officially here.High school football in the Peach State begins this week with scrimmages. The Georgia Bulldogs start fall camp.
Wild Things Pitcher Luke Petruzzi had the summer of a lifetime, with his crosscountry trip to Lake Oconee. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Wild Things Pitcher Luke Petruzzi had the summer of a lifetime, with his crosscountry trip to Lake Oconee. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Wild Things summer: Luke Petruzzi’s cross-country experience at Lake Oconee

Skyla Morris
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
The Lake Oconee Wild Things 2025 roster featured collegiate baseball athletes from numerous universities across the state and country. Several of the participating athletes traveled far to spend their summer in Lake Oconee and stayed with host families for their season.
LANCE MCCURLEY/File Photo

LANCE MCCURLEY/File Photo

McCurley: Atlanta’s MLB All-Star festivities

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Last week, our state capital hosted Major League Baseball’s All-Star festivities, and I believe it was a big success.It would’ve been a whole lot better if the Braves didn’t suck and had more players competing, though.Regardless, the Home Run Derby was a fantastic start.
Gatewood senior Ellie McMillan has been a catcher for the past few seasons, but coach Dena Stancil said she will play multiple positions this year. CONTRIBUTED

Gatewood senior Ellie McMillan has been a catcher for the past few seasons, but coach Dena Stancil said she will play multiple positions this year. CONTRIBUTED

Lady Gators look to leadership for improved season

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
The Gatewood softball team aims to rebound in 2025 after finishing with a disappointing 3-17 record last season. The Lady Gators have a veteran-laden roster this season, with five seniors returning.Gatewood head coach Dena Stancil said she is excited about this senior class.
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