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Georgia quarterback Carson Beck races past defenders for a first down. (LANCE McCURLEY/Staff)

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck races past defenders for a first down. (LANCE McCURLEY/Staff)

Georgia offense explodes on Clemson in second half

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
It was a tale of two halves for top-ranked Georgia against No. 14 Clemson in its 34-3 win last Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.The Bulldogs couldn’t find the end zone in the first half, leading the Tigers 6-0 at the end of the second quarter.
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart celebrates with his players following a 34-3 win over Clemson. (LANCE McCURLEY/Staff)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart celebrates with his players following a 34-3 win over Clemson. (LANCE McCURLEY/Staff)

Top-ranked Bulldogs to face Tennessee Tech

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Georgia (1-0) will play Tennessee Tech (0-1) in its home opener this Saturday at Sanford Stadium.Last week, the top-ranked Bulldogs defeated then-No. 14 Clemson 34-3 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Putnam County running back Rashod Daniel (3) is brought down by a group of Morgan County defenders in a game earlier this season. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Putnam County running back Rashod Daniel (3) is brought down by a group of Morgan County defenders in a game earlier this season. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

War Eagles hope to get first W against Haralson

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Putnam County (0-3) hopes to get its first win of the season this Friday against Haralson County (1-2).This Friday’s 7:30 pm. kickoff at Al Reaves Field will be the first meeting between both teams.The Rebels of Tallapoosa are coming off a 25-3 loss to nearby Greene County.
Gatewood ‘Swamp Stomp’ registration open

Gatewood ‘Swamp Stomp’ registration open

Gatewood ‘Swamp Stomp’ registration open

News Staff
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Few events bring together as many Eatonton folks as the annual 5K for Kaye Swamp Stomp, scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 22 this year, beginning at Gatewood Schools before winding its way through downtown Eatonton and back.The deadline to pre-register for $20 and be guaranteed an event t-shirtis Sept.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

Smith: Dawgs take on Tigers

Columnist
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Georgia and Clemson met for the first time on the Gridiron in 1897 in Athens, and the Bulldogs won 24-0. The two teams have met intermittently through the years, with the Bulldogs holding a 43-18-4 lead.
Gatewood junior Mason Sinclair (11, center) fights for every inch of turf Friday night in a disappointing 28-12 loss to the visiting Trinity Christian Crusaders. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Gatewood junior Mason Sinclair (11, center) fights for every inch of turf Friday night in a disappointing 28-12 loss to the visiting Trinity Christian Crusaders. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Gators fall to 0-2 after loss to Trinity

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Gatewood was off to a great start this past Friday against Trinity Christian. Senior Hunter Johnson scored first, catching a pass from Ben Brannen to give the Gators an early lead.
Putnam County senior Bryce Brabham (31) races past Morgan defenders after hauling in a pass from Jamarion Robertson. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Putnam County senior Bryce Brabham (31) races past Morgan defenders after hauling in a pass from Jamarion Robertson. IAN TOCHER/Staff

War Eagles look for answers after loss to Morgan County

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Putnam County is looking for answers after suffering a 42-28 home loss to rival Morgan County this past Friday.The War Eagles are off to a 0-2 start for the second consecutive season, but head coach Joel Harvin doesn’t want his players to panic.“We’re still trying to find our identity,” Harvin said.
Outside hitter Trina Tracey (16) tries to block a return during a volley against Greene County. LANCE McCURLEY

Outside hitter Trina Tracey (16) tries to block a return during a volley against Greene County. LANCE McCURLEY

Putnam volleyball starts with mixed results

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Putnam County’s volleyball team has seen mixed results at the start of its 2024 season. The Lady War Eagles entered the week with a 5-5 overall record and a 2-0 mark in area play. They’ve faced some tough competition and have four more matches this week.
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