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Gatewood holds Briar Patch Brawl competition

Emme Clause
Thursday, November 2, 2023
Gatewood Schools hosted its sixth-annual Briar Patch Brawl cheerleading competition on Oct. 24 in the school’s gymnasium. Seven middle school teams and seven varsity teams competed inside while Morning Grind, Kona Ice, and Southern Dawgs Catering sold refreshments outside.
Gators quarterback Ames Johnson had another strong game last Friday in Monticello, scoring three touchdowns and throwing for another in Gatewood’s 36-18 win over Piedmont Academy. IAN TOCHER/File

Gators quarterback Ames Johnson had another strong game last Friday in Monticello, scoring three touchdowns and throwing for another in Gatewood’s 36-18 win over Piedmont Academy. IAN TOCHER/File

Gatewood doubles up on Piedmont

Ian Tocher
Thursday, November 2, 2023
With heavy hearts, the Gatewood Gators visited Piedmont Academy in Monticello last Friday, where they won 36-18 in memory of Dawn Sinclair, who lost her long battle against cancer just two days earlier.
The Lady Eagles returned two starters from last year's team, but grew as a young team this season. FILE PHOTO

The Lady Eagles returned two starters from last year's team, but grew as a young team this season. FILE PHOTO

Lady Eagles close out 2023 softball season

Arella Cash
Thursday, November 2, 2023
Putnam County High School (PCHS) graduated all but two starters last spring, so this season turned out to be a rebuilding year as returning senior starters Lily Frisch and Sammantha Spisak took teammates under their wings through encouragement and led by example.
Rashod Daniel (3) carries the ball behind blockers in a game against Thomson on Oct. 20. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Rashod Daniel (3) carries the ball behind blockers in a game against Thomson on Oct. 20. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Red zone woes plague War Eagles in loss to Laney

Lance McCurley
Thursday, November 2, 2023
Putnam County (5-4, 4-2 Region 4-AA) had plenty of chances to score inside the red zone this past Friday against Laney (6-2-1, 5-1), but the War Eagles couldn’t punch it in when it mattered most. The Wildcats also stepped up on defense when needed, leading to a 27-6 victory over Putnam County.
The PCHS JV squad placed second in region championship play under head coach Amaya Banks, with assistant coach Rakeena Griffin and varsity coach Francisco Aguirre. ARELLA CASH/Staff

The PCHS JV squad placed second in region championship play under head coach Amaya Banks, with assistant coach Rakeena Griffin and varsity coach Francisco Aguirre. ARELLA CASH/Staff

Big change coming for PCHS volleyball programs

Arella Cash
Thursday, November 2, 2023
The biggest change ahead for Putnam County High School (PCHS) volleyball will be replacing Francisco Aguirre, as he has stepped down as head varsity coach, sponsor of the boys’ volleyball club, and assisting with the JV girls’ squad. “I have been a head coach at Putnam for three years.
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart during Georgia’s game against Florida at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville, Fla., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. (Kari Hodges/UGAAA)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart during Georgia’s game against Florida at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville, Fla., on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. (Kari Hodges/UGAAA)

Georgia shifts focus to Mizzou’s high-powered offense

Lance McCurley
Thursday, November 2, 2023
T Top-ranked Georgia is set to host a much-improved Missouri squad this Saturday at Sanford Stadium. The No. 15 Tigers (7-1 SEC, 5-0) are playing well at this point in the season and they’re hoping to come into Athens and knock off the two-time defending national champion Bulldogs (8-0, 5-0).
Georgia wide receiver Ladd McConkey (84) runs away from Florida defenders for a 41-yard touchdown. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Georgia wide receiver Ladd McConkey (84) runs away from Florida defenders for a 41-yard touchdown. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Top-ranked Bulldogs run away from Gators

Lance McCurley
Thursday, November 2, 2023
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – After trailing Florida early this past week, No. 1 Georgia turned up the heat quickly. The Gators led 7-3 after each team’s first drive in the first quarter, but the Bulldogs responded by scoring 36 unanswered points.
Putnam County players discuss the game plan during a timeout against Thomson on Oct. 20. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Putnam County players discuss the game plan during a timeout against Thomson on Oct. 20. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Putnam, WaCo battle for final two region spots before playoffs

Lance McCurley
Thursday, November 2, 2023
Putnam County (5-4, 4-2 Region 4-AA) will host Washington County (5-4, 4-2) this Friday for Senior Night. • Series History: Washington County leads, 13-1. • Last Meeting: Putnam County defeated Washington County 26-13 in 2022.
Loran Smith/Columnist

Loran Smith/Columnist

Smith: Henderson and Worley

Loran Smith
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
In sports, we always flash back to a time when there was a singular moment that remains unforgettable. You always enjoy reliving those memorable plays and games – precious memories, how they linger.
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