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Georgia defensive lineman Nazir Stackhouse (78) returns an interception in the fourth quarter during Georgia’s game against Missouri on Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium Nov. 4 in Athens. TONY WALSH/UGA Athletics

Georgia defensive lineman Nazir Stackhouse (78) returns an interception in the fourth quarter during Georgia’s game against Missouri on Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium Nov. 4 in Athens. TONY WALSH/UGA Athletics

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Bulldogs tame Tigers with late theatrics, take control of SEC East

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Top-ranked Georgia (9-0, 6-0 SEC) survived a late scare by No. 12 Missouri (7-2, 3-2) this past Saturday. The Bulldogs made plays when they needed to come out on top over the Tigers, 30-21.
Daijun Edwards (30) rushed for 77 yards on 16 attempts last week in Georgia’s win over Missouri. TONY WALSH/UGA Athletics

Daijun Edwards (30) rushed for 77 yards on 16 attempts last week in Georgia’s win over Missouri. TONY WALSH/UGA Athletics

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Georgia, Ole Miss set to face off in top-10 matchup

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
No. 1 Georgia (9-0, 6-0 SEC) is set to host No. 12 Ole Miss (8-1, 6-1) this Saturday in Athens. The Bulldogs are currently one of the hottest teams in the nation, riding a 26-game winning streak. So, the Rebels will try to pull off an upset as they’re fighting for a spot in the four-team playoff.
The Lady War Eagles pose for a picture Nov. 4 before the start of the Class AA cross-country race in Carrollton. CONTRIBUTED

The Lady War Eagles pose for a picture Nov. 4 before the start of the Class AA cross-country race in Carrollton. CONTRIBUTED

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Historic run for Lady War Eagles cross country

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
The Putnam County girls cross-country team recently wrapped up its best season in program history. The Lady War Eagles captured the first region championship in school history on Oct. 26. They did so by taking down defending Region 4-AA champion Laney, with six runners finishing in the top 10.
Putnam County head Joel Harvin has taken the War Eagles to the playoffs in his first season at the helm. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County head Joel Harvin has taken the War Eagles to the playoffs in his first season at the helm. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Putnam to face familiar foe in first round

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Putnam County will face a familiar foe in Fitzgerald during the first round of the Class AA state playoffs.
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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.
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