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Nate Frazier (3) celebrates with teammates after scoring a game-winning two-point conversion for Georgia during the eighth overtime against rival Georgia Tech. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Nate Frazier (3) celebrates with teammates after scoring a game-winning two-point conversion for Georgia during the eighth overtime against rival Georgia Tech. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Dawgs swat Yellow Jackets in 8 OT thriller

Lance McCurley
Thursday, December 5, 2024
It took a while, but Georgia eventually defeated Georgia Tech 44-42 last Saturday in an instant classic at Sanford Stadium.The No.
Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) during Georgia’s game against Texas at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas, on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. (Tony Walsh/UGAAA)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) during Georgia’s game against Texas at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas, on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. (Tony Walsh/UGAAA)

The Rematch: Georgia, Texas to meet again in SEC title game

Lance McCurley
Thursday, December 5, 2024
The 2024 SEC Championship game on Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta will be a rematch between Georgia and Texas.Earlier this season, the Bulldogs defeated the Longhorns 30-15 in a top-10 matchup, and this week, both are again ranked in the top 10 of the College Football Playoff poll.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

Smith: I’m Thankful

Loran Smith
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
The Thanksgiving season is a wonderful time of the year, and we should never tire of giving thanks on this glorious holiday for the many good things that come our way.
Putnam County’s Shamar McClendon soars over a Morgan County defender for an easy layup. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County’s Shamar McClendon soars over a Morgan County defender for an easy layup. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

War Eagles defeat Dogs in rivalry tilt

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
The Putnam County boys’ basketball team topped rival Morgan County 65-45 behind a solid second-half effort.The two teams were tied 25-25 at the half, but the War Eagles outscored the Dogs 40-25 in the final two quarters.
Putnam County guard Melody Richardson (15) drives past Morgan County’s Sadie Green as she tries to make an easy basket. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County guard Melody Richardson (15) drives past Morgan County’s Sadie Green as she tries to make an easy basket. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Lady War Eagles beat Morgan in thriller

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
The Putnam County girls’ basketball team edged out rival Morgan County 47-45 last Thursday night on the road.The Lady Dogs were set to inbound the ball with under five seconds left in the game, and they heaved up a prayer down to the other end of the court.
Georgia freshman running back Nate Frazier (3) carried the ball 21 times for 136 yards and three scores against the Massachusetts Minutemen. JIM TURNER/Contributed

Georgia freshman running back Nate Frazier (3) carried the ball 21 times for 136 yards and three scores against the Massachusetts Minutemen. JIM TURNER/Contributed

Frazier scores 3 TDs in win over UMass

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Nate Frazier had a career game on the ground on November 23, as No. 12 Georgia easily defeated UMass.Frazier rushed for career-highs in yards and touchdowns as the Bulldogs dominated the Minute Men 59-21 at Sanford Stadium.
Georgia linebacker Chris Cole (18) recovered a Massachusetts fumble for a scoop and score. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Georgia linebacker Chris Cole (18) recovered a Massachusetts fumble for a scoop and score. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Georgia, Georgia Tech renew Clean Old-Fashioned Hate

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Georgia and Georgia Tech will renew its Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate rivalry this Friday at Sanford Stadium in Athens.Last year, the Bulldogs edged out a 31-23 victory over the Yellow Jackets to complete a perfect 12-0 regular season.
Putnam County’s Jmari Greene has helped the team to a 4-0 start to the season. He scored 21 points in the War Eagles’ win over Jones County on Nov. 12. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County’s Jmari Greene has helped the team to a 4-0 start to the season. He scored 21 points in the War Eagles’ win over Jones County on Nov. 12. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

War Eagles soar to successful start

Lance McCurley
Thursday, November 21, 2024
The Putnam County boys’ basketball team is off to a successful 4-0 start to the 2024-25 season.The War Eagles began the regular season on Nov. 12 at Jones County and won 64-49. They’ve since defeated Groves, Monroe (Albany), and the Utopian Academy of the Arts.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

Smith: Dawgs and Vols

Loran Smith
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Coach Kirby Smart showed up at Sanford Stadium Saturday, excited and buoyant with a positive frame of mine, but that is nothing new. He told his team that they should enjoy themselves, play hard, play smart, and enjoy the moment.
Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) races toward the end zone to score a touchdown. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck (15) races toward the end zone to score a touchdown. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Beck leads Georgia past Vols

Lance McCurley
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Georgia quarterback Carson Beck silenced many of his doubters against Tennessee in a 31-17 win at home in Athens.Beck had thrown 12 interceptions in the six previous games entering Saturday but performed well versus the No. 7 Vols.
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