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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

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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

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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

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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.
Carson Beck (15) during Georgia Football’s G-Day game at Sanford Stadium April 13. Madison Keel/UGAAA

Carson Beck (15) during Georgia Football’s G-Day game at Sanford Stadium April 13. Madison Keel/UGAAA

Georgia to open season against Clemson

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Top-ranked Georgia will begin its season on Aug. 31 against No. 14 Clemson at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Three years ago, the Bulldogs topped the Tigers 10-3 in a defensive battle at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte.
Putnam County’s offense has run through tailback Rashod Daniel (3) this season. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County’s offense has run through tailback Rashod Daniel (3) this season. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Putnam to face familiar foe on Friday

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Putnam County has a chance to right its wrongs this Friday in Augusta against former region foe Laney. The War Eagles (0-2) will be seeking their first victory this season, hoping it will be over the Wildcats (1-1).“[Laney] has always got physical kids,” Putnam head coach Joel Harvin said.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

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Smith: Callihan’s Mountain Retreat

Loran Smith
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Sapphire, North Carolina, a well-reputed and highly inviting plateau in the Blue Ridge Mountains, has always been a garden spot for visitors and residents alike with a bent for recreation and temperate days and nights that help bring about bountiful outdoor fulfillment.
Putnam County tailback Rashod Daniel (3) runs around the edge of the Greene defense behind quarterback Jamarion Robertson (2). (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Putnam County tailback Rashod Daniel (3) runs around the edge of the Greene defense behind quarterback Jamarion Robertson (2). (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

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War Eagles fall to Tigers in opener

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Putnam County’s season didn’t start as it wanted, as the War Eagles suffered a 28-20 loss to Greene County on the road. Putnam battled to the end, but a few mistakes led to the Tigers holding on for a close win.
Gatewood junior Ben Brannen had a big outing at Flint River, scoring both of the Gators’ touchdowns last Friday. (IAN TOCHER/Staff)

Gatewood junior Ben Brannen had a big outing at Flint River, scoring both of the Gators’ touchdowns last Friday. (IAN TOCHER/Staff)

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‘Undisciplined play’ costs Gators

Ian Tocher
Thursday, August 22, 2024
The Gatewood Gators opened their 2024 campaign with a 19-14 loss to Flint River Academy on Friday night in Woodbury. Head coach Jeff Ratliff said his team played well overall but added, “undisciplined, senseless plays really hurt us and ultimately cost us the game.
Putnam County players listen to head coach Joel Harvin’s postgame speech this past Friday after losing to Greene County. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Putnam County players listen to head coach Joel Harvin’s postgame speech this past Friday after losing to Greene County. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

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Putnam, Morgan ready to resume rivalry on gridiron

Lance McCurley
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Putnam County and Morgan County will meet on the gridiron for the first time since 2021 this Friday in Eatonton. The ‘Dogs lead the all-time series 31-18-1, but the War Eagles have won the last two games by a combined 42-2 score.Putnam County head coach Joel Harvin is happy the rivalry is back.
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