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Georgia wide receiver Dillon Bell (86) during a game against Vanderbilt on Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022. (Photo by Tony Walsh)

Georgia wide receiver Dillon Bell (86) during a game against Vanderbilt on Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022. (Photo by Tony Walsh)

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Smart, Bulldogs look to stay perfect in Nashville

Brendan Koerner
Thursday, October 12, 2023
After defeating the No. 20-ranked Kentucky Wildcats in Sanford Stadium last Saturday, the Georgia Bulldogs now prepare to travel to Nashville this weekend.
Dick Caillouet, vice president of Georgia SCI (left) and Glasslined Technologies CEO James Lakeman (third from left) served as co-hosts to the inaugural Wounded Veterans Cast and Blast event. CONTRIBUTED

Dick Caillouet, vice president of Georgia SCI (left) and Glasslined Technologies CEO James Lakeman (third from left) served as co-hosts to the inaugural Wounded Veterans Cast and Blast event. CONTRIBUTED

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Georgia SCI hosts ‘Cast and Blast’ for vets

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
The Georgia Chapter of Safari Club International (SCI) and Glasslined Technologies, a local manufacturer in Greene County, hosted 14 Purple Heart recipients during its inaugural Wounded Veterans ‘Cast and Blast’ event on Sept. 18-20, at Lake Oconee.
Gatewood senior Lawson Wooten (15) scored twice last Friday against CFCA in Macon, including a fumble recovery in the end zone after a botched CFCA punt attempt. IAN TOCHER/File photo

Gatewood senior Lawson Wooten (15) scored twice last Friday against CFCA in Macon, including a fumble recovery in the end zone after a botched CFCA punt attempt. IAN TOCHER/File photo

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Gators rebound with big win over Lancers

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
After suffering its first loss of the season a week earlier, a 35-0 thrashing at the hands of Ste. Anne Pacelli, Gatewood bounced back last Friday night in Macon with a 35-27 victory over Central Fellowship Christian Academy (CFCA), the defending GIAA Class AA champions.
Putnam County quarterback Jamarion Robertson dove across the goal line in the fourth quarter to score a two-point conversion last Friday in a 28-15 win over Westside. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Putnam County quarterback Jamarion Robertson dove across the goal line in the fourth quarter to score a two-point conversion last Friday in a 28-15 win over Westside. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Passing prevails in Putnam County win over Westside

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Putnam County (4-2, 3-0 Region 4-AA) has been a run-first team all season, although its passing game shined on Friday night as the War Eagles defeated Westside-Augusta 28-15 at Al Reaves Field.
Georgia tight end Brock Bowers (19) during Georgia’s game against Auburn on Pat Dye Field at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. (Tony Walsh/UGAAA)

Georgia tight end Brock Bowers (19) during Georgia’s game against Auburn on Pat Dye Field at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. (Tony Walsh/UGAAA)

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Smith: Well-rounded tight end Brock Bowers becoming Georgia legend

Loran Smith
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
If you talk with Brock Bowers about his passions for hunting and fishing and know nothing about his background, you might take him for a native Georgian. He could hail from Americus, Valdosta, or Albany. Or perhaps the hills of Habersham.
Georgia tight end Brock Bowers put the offense on his back against Auburn with 14 catches for 157 yards and a touchdown. COURTESY OF UGA ATHLETICS

Georgia tight end Brock Bowers put the offense on his back against Auburn with 14 catches for 157 yards and a touchdown. COURTESY OF UGA ATHLETICS

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Beck, Bowers boost Bulldogs past Auburn

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Georgia entered the fourth quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium against Auburn tied 17-17 with the Tigers. By the end of it, the No. 1 Bulldogs came out on top 27-20 after senior quarterback Carson Beck and junior tight end Brock Bowers shined together in the fourth quarter. “Bowers did what he does.
Kentucky running back Ray Davis has faced the Bulldogs before when he was on Vanderbilt’s team, before transferring to become a Wildcat. He ran for 280 yards in last Saturday’s win over Florida. COURTESY OF UK ATHLETICS

Kentucky running back Ray Davis has faced the Bulldogs before when he was on Vanderbilt’s team, before transferring to become a Wildcat. He ran for 280 yards in last Saturday’s win over Florida. COURTESY OF UK ATHLETICS

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Kentucky’s Davis has Georgia’s attention

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Kentucky running back Ray Davis had a career day against Florida this past Saturday, rushing for a career-high 280 yards and three touchdowns while also hauling in a catch for a score.
The author with a largemouth bass caught on a spoon. CONTRIBUTED

The author with a largemouth bass caught on a spoon. CONTRIBUTED

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Outdoors: Spoon-fed fishing advice

James K. Pressley
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
It’s about that time folks; it’s almost here; spoon time! If by now you don’t know that fishing a spoon is a favorite tactic of mine, you might live under a rock. I don’t think I’ve written more about any other tactic or technique.
Putnam junior Cory Foster (10) made several carries for the War Eagles against Westside last week and no doubt will be looking for more this Friday against Glenn Hills. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Putnam junior Cory Foster (10) made several carries for the War Eagles against Westside last week and no doubt will be looking for more this Friday against Glenn Hills. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Game Preview: War Eagles look to continue winning streak against Glenn Hills

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Putnam County (4-2, 2-0 Region 4-AAA) returns to Al Reaves Field Friday to face Glenn Hills (1-6, 0-1). • Series History: Putnam County leads the series, 4-0. • Last Meeting: Putnam County defeated Glenn Hills 48-6 in 2022.
Gators head coach Jeff Ratliff is already looking past last week’s loss in Columbus to this Friday night in Macon against twotime defending 2A state champion Central Fellowship Christian Academy. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Gators head coach Jeff Ratliff is already looking past last week’s loss in Columbus to this Friday night in Macon against twotime defending 2A state champion Central Fellowship Christian Academy. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Gatewood falls 35-0 to end winning streak

Ian Tocher
Thursday, September 28, 2023
The undefeated streak ended at four for the Gatewood Gators Friday night as they were shut out 35-0 in Columbus by the defending Class 4A state champion Ste. Anne-Pacelli Vikings.
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