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Putnam County's Addie Grace Usry returns a serve during a match earlier this season. KIM CASH/Contributed

Putnam County's Addie Grace Usry returns a serve during a match earlier this season. KIM CASH/Contributed

Putnam tennis readies for region tourney

Lance McCurley
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Putnam County’s boys and girls tennis programs are off to an impressive start this season, and head coach Christian Keiser couldn’t be more pleased with the early momentum.Both teams entered this week with 8-2 records, signaling a strong foundation heading into next week’s region tournament.
Georgia tight end Oscar Delp runs the 40-yard dash. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Georgia tight end Oscar Delp runs the 40-yard dash. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Georgia holds Pro Day

Skyla Morris
Thursday, March 26, 2026
ATHENS – Georgia held its 2026 Pro Day at the House of Payne indoor facility on March 16, as several members of the 2025 roster showcased their skills ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft.
Putnam County senior midfielder Angel Sanchez (10) chases after a ball as he tries to score in a match against Jasper County on March 13. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Putnam County senior midfielder Angel Sanchez (10) chases after a ball as he tries to score in a match against Jasper County on March 13. IAN TOCHER/Staff

War Eagles drop first match of the season

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
No. 3 Jasper County recently handed top-ranked Putnam County its first loss of the regular season, edging the War Eagles 2-1 in a closely contested matchup last Friday.The result split the season series between the two teams, as Putnam County won the first meeting 2-1 on Feb. 24.
Putnam County senior midfielder and captain Jamie Maria (24) tries to steal the ball from a Jasper County striker. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Putnam County senior midfielder and captain Jamie Maria (24) tries to steal the ball from a Jasper County striker. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Lady War Eagles show growth

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
The Putnam County girls soccer team continues to show signs of growth this season, even after a narrow 2-1 loss to Jasper County on Friday, March 13.
Sophomore Lawson Moore set a single-game school record with 17 strikeouts in a dominant performance against rival Piedmont on March 3. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Sophomore Lawson Moore set a single-game school record with 17 strikeouts in a dominant performance against rival Piedmont on March 3. TREY NORRIS/Staff

STRIKE 3: Gatewood’s Lawson Moore sets school strikeout record

Trey Norris
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Gatewood starting pitcher and outfielder Lawson Moore has been a standout for the baseball program since joining the varsity team as an eighth-grader in 2024.
Putnam County boys senior Jmari Greene (3) was named Region Player of the Year for the second straight year. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County boys senior Jmari Greene (3) was named Region Player of the Year for the second straight year. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

PCHS boys, girls earn All-Region basketball honors

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
The Putnam County basketball teams celebrated standout seasons, as several players from both the boys’ and girls’ programs earned All-Region recognition.On the boys’ side, Jmari Greene was named Region Player of the Year for the second consecutive season.
Putnam County senior Tamaud Woodson (center) celebrates with teammates and coaches during halftime of the Elite Eight game against Fitzgerald after reaching his 1,000th career point. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County senior Tamaud Woodson (center) celebrates with teammates and coaches during halftime of the Elite Eight game against Fitzgerald after reaching his 1,000th career point. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Woodson reaches 1,000-point milestone

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
For Putnam County basketball’s Tamaud Woodson, reaching 1,000 career points is more than just a number; it’s the result of years of perseverance, late nights in the gym, and a journey that truly came together in his final season.
Putnam County senior slugger Gates Lanzarone had a big series against Alcovy, which included a grand slam in game two. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County senior slugger Gates Lanzarone had a big series against Alcovy, which included a grand slam in game two. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Putnam baseball sweeps Alcovy

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
The Putnam County baseball team cruised past Alcovy last week, sweeping the series with two commanding victories.The War Eagles rolled to 14-0 and 14-3 wins over the Class 5A Tigers, improving their overall record to 5-6.
Putnam County senior Tamaud Woodson goes up for a layup over Fitzgerald defenders. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County senior Tamaud Woodson goes up for a layup over Fitzgerald defenders. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

War Eagles can’t weather storm against Fitzgerald in Elite Eight

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
The Putnam County boys basketball team’s season came to an end in the Elite Eight with an 81–72 loss at Fitzgerald on March 4.The Purple Hurricane used a strong second half to pull away and secure a spot in the Final Four.
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