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Gatewood’s seniors (L-R) Ames Johnson, Jackson Love, John Wallace Thompson, head coach Brandon Moss, Jake Rich, Wilson Moore, Hunter Johnson, and Walker Roberts) pose for a photo. CONTRIBUTED

Gatewood’s seniors (L-R) Ames Johnson, Jackson Love, John Wallace Thompson, head coach Brandon Moss, Jake Rich, Wilson Moore, Hunter Johnson, and Walker Roberts) pose for a photo. CONTRIBUTED

Seniors leave mark on Gatewood baseball

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
The Gatewood baseball 2025 class certainly left its mark on the program.The Gators’ seven seniors concluded their time with the program last Saturday after winning three consecutive GIAA Class AA state championships.
Next year, Putnam County returns Tamaud Woodson, one of the team's leading scorers last season. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Next year, Putnam County returns Tamaud Woodson, one of the team's leading scorers last season. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

War Eagles look to rebound over summer

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
After a disappointing loss to East Laurens in the Elite Eight round of the Class A Division I state playoffs last February, the Putnam County boys basketball team started its summer schedule earlier this week.
Jaylin Harper signs a letter of intent to attend and play for Brewton-Parker College during an event held for him at Putnam County High School on May 22. CONTRIBUTED

Jaylin Harper signs a letter of intent to attend and play for Brewton-Parker College during an event held for him at Putnam County High School on May 22. CONTRIBUTED

Harper to continue basketball career at Brewton-Parker

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Putnam County’s Jaylin Harper recently signed to play basketball at the next level. Harper, who recently graduated, signed with Brewton-Parker College, an NAIA program located in Mt. Vernon.Harper said he’s excited to be a Baron and continue his career on the hardwood in college.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

Smith: Rose, Shoeless Joe

Loran Smith
Thursday, May 29, 2025
The news about Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson will result in bringing about much verbiage for years to come. Some will always regret Commissioner Robert Manfred’s decision, while others will proclaim that it was long overdue.
Gatewood’s Lawson Moore takes off his helmet and celebrates with teammates after hitting of his two home runs against Trinity Christian. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Gatewood’s Lawson Moore takes off his helmet and celebrates with teammates after hitting of his two home runs against Trinity Christian. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Gators to play for state title after sweeping Trinity Christian

Trey Norris
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Despite a slow start last Friday, the Gatewood Gators wound up dominating in consecutive wins over the Trinity Christian Crusaders to seal a spot in their fifth-straight GIAA Class 2A state championship series.
Former Putnam County standout Malik Thornton recently announced that he’s transferring to Samford University after playing the last three seasons at the University of the Cumberlands. CONTRIBUTED

Former Putnam County standout Malik Thornton recently announced that he’s transferring to Samford University after playing the last three seasons at the University of the Cumberlands. CONTRIBUTED

Former Putnam star Malik Thornton transfers to Samford

Lance McCurley
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Former Putnam County football standout Malik Thornton has found his new college home.Last November, Thornton entered the transfer portal after three seasons at the University of the Cumberlands. He announced last week that he is transferring to Samford University for his final year of eligibility.
Putnam County assistant football coach Simon Petit helps participants before the start of last year’s tournament. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Putnam County assistant football coach Simon Petit helps participants before the start of last year’s tournament. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Putnam football to host golf tournament

Lance McCurley
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Putnam County football will host its sixth-annual golf tournament next month. The team’s booster club is organizing the tournament, scheduled for June 14, at the Harbor Club course in Greensboro.
Kevin Wilson was one of two new coordinators hired for the Putnam County football team this spring. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Kevin Wilson was one of two new coordinators hired for the Putnam County football team this spring. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Putnam football welcomes new coordinators

Lance McCurley
Thursday, May 22, 2025
The Putnam County football team recently welcomed two new coordinators in Kyle Wilson and James Lal for the 2025 season.War Eagles head coach Joel Harvin said he’s happy to have the help.“We’re excited to have Coach Wilson and Coach Lal here at Putnam County,” Harvin told The Eatonton Messenger.
Gatewood’s Wilson Moore in the wind-up, getting set to deliver a pitch. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Gatewood’s Wilson Moore in the wind-up, getting set to deliver a pitch. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Gators sweep Brentwood to reach Final Four

Trey Norris
Thursday, May 22, 2025
The Gatewood baseball team advanced to the GIAA Class AA Final Four for the fifth-straight season by sweeping rival Brentwood in a doubleheader on May 16 in Eatonton.The Gators dominated the Eagles with a pair of shutout wins, defeating them 9-0 in game one and 10-0 in game two.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

Smith: Robert Miles

Loran Smith
Thursday, May 22, 2025
The University of Georgia chapter of the National Football Foundation recently conducted its annual awards banquet, marking the conclusion of Robert Miles’ tenure as its president.
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