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Putnam County senior Lily Frisch (13) tries to dribble to ball away from a Jeff Davis defender. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Putnam County senior Lily Frisch (13) tries to dribble to ball away from a Jeff Davis defender. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Lady War Eagles fall in soccer first round

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
The Lady War Eagles’ soccer season ended last Thursday in the first round of the playoffs when No. 4 seed Jeff Davis upset top-seed Putnam County 4-1 at Al Reaves Field in Eatonton.Despite the loss, Putnam head coach Brandi Barling appreciated her players’ effort until the final whistle.
Hunter Holder (4) is Putnam County’s ace on the mound and will lead the War Eagles into Thursday’s away matchup against Worth County. (TREY NORRIS/Staff)

Hunter Holder (4) is Putnam County’s ace on the mound and will lead the War Eagles into Thursday’s away matchup against Worth County. (TREY NORRIS/Staff)

War Eagles enter playoffs as No. 3 seed

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Putnam County begins its playoff quest on April 25 as the No. 3 seed from Region 4-AA after going 2-1 last week.The War Eagles (13-12, 12-2 Region 4-AA) split games with No. 3-ranked Washington County before blasting Westside-Augusta by a score of 16-0.
James K. Pressley/Columnist

James K. Pressley/Columnist

Outdoors: A hero named ‘Daddy’

News Staff
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
“Hero.” Fishing and life have allowed me to meet several people who genuinely fill this role, but people use this word way too much these days, in my opinion. The signs, the hashtags, whatever. I get it; we all want to honor people. However, I think few understand the meaning of this word.
Loran Smith/Columnist

Loran Smith/Columnist

Smith: Masters wrap-up

Loran Smith
Thursday, April 18, 2024
AUGUSTA – Scottie Scheffler represents a lot of what most of us like. He is a champion who has manners, taste, and fire in the belly. He likes to win because he is a competitor, but one who underscores class and goodwill. He is a good neighbor type, who would lend a helping hand.
(From L to R): Mikey Padula, Lawson Wooten, Sean Harvey, coach Doug Price, Ames Johnson, Lathan Hallin, Gavin Gignilliat, and Colton Painter

(From L to R): Mikey Padula, Lawson Wooten, Sean Harvey, coach Doug Price, Ames Johnson, Lathan Hallin, Gavin Gignilliat, and Colton Painter

Gatewood golf wins region, eyes state

Lance McCurley
Thursday, April 18, 2024
The Gatewood golf team returned to glory as it captured the region championship earlier this month.Five golfers – Gavin Gignilliat, Lathan Hillin, Ames Johnson, Mikey Padula, and Sean Harvey – combined for a winning score of 318. The championship capped off a great regular season for the Gators.
Putnam County senior Hunter Holder hurled a gem of a game Monday against Washington County. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Putnam County senior Hunter Holder hurled a gem of a game Monday against Washington County. TREY NORRIS/Staff

‘Complete game’ powers War Eagles past WaCo

Lance McCurley
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Putnam County upset No. 3 Washington County at home in Eatonton on Monday, led by Gates Lanzarone and Hunter Holder. The War Eagles blanked the Golden Hawks, winning 6-0 to improve to 12-11 overall and 11-1 in region play.
War Eagles’ soccer ready for first-round playoff

War Eagles’ soccer ready for first-round playoff

War Eagles’ soccer ready for first-round playoff

Lance McCurley
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Putnam County soccer recently wrapped up its regular season with a 10-0 non-region win over Greene County.The War Eagles (13-1) enter the Class AA state playoffs on a 13-game winning streak. They also won the Region 4-AA title and are the No. 1 seed entering the postseason. They’ll face No.
Alongside teammates Gracie Bird and Elizabeth Haley, Lily Frisch (13) is part of a three-pronged attack for the PCHS girls' soccer team. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Alongside teammates Gracie Bird and Elizabeth Haley, Lily Frisch (13) is part of a three-pronged attack for the PCHS girls' soccer team. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Putnam girls’ soccer preps for postseason

Lance McCurley
Thursday, April 18, 2024
The Putnam County girls’ soccer season continues Thursday evening in the first round of Class AA state playoffs.The Lady War Eagles are the top seed from Region 4 and will face Jeff Davis, the No. 4 seed from Region 1.
Gatewood slugger Jayden Moss (37) at the plate during a road win over Westminster Christian on March 21. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Gatewood slugger Jayden Moss (37) at the plate during a road win over Westminster Christian on March 21. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Gators' winning streak comes to an end

Trey Norris
Thursday, April 18, 2024
The Gatewood Gators’ win streak came to an end on the diamond last week as they dropped their Friday matchup against The Heritage School 5-4 in Newnan.But the following day brought new life for the Gators, who beat Bethlehem Christian 3-2 in Eatonton.
Georgia edge rusher Mykel Williams (13) lines up before a play during the annual G-Day scrimmage. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Georgia edge rusher Mykel Williams (13) lines up before a play during the annual G-Day scrimmage. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

Mykel Williams shines on G-Day

Lance McCurley
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Georgia defensive lineman Mykel Williams wreaked havoc Saturday during the annual G-Day scrimmage.
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