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The Putnam County War Eagles take to the field for their home opener earlier this season, in which they won the first of what is now a three-game winning streak. IAN TOCHER/Staff

The Putnam County War Eagles take to the field for their home opener earlier this season, in which they won the first of what is now a three-game winning streak. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Putnam routs Josey 42-0 in region opener

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 28, 2023
In pitching its first shutout of the season, Putnam County (3-2, 1-0 Region 4-AA) also scored a season-high 42 points to easily defeat Josey Friday night in the War Eagles’ region opener. Putnam head coach Joel Harvin said his team played almost mistake-free in the win over the Eagles.
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Smith: Georgia grad Pat Dye made huge impact at Auburn

Loran Smith
Thursday, September 28, 2023
A journey over to Auburn always brings about reflections of times spent with Pat Dye on his farm near Notasulga, Alabama, which is a little less than 13 miles from the campus where he spent almost a dozen years as head football coach and athletic director.
Georgia tight end Brock Bowers leads the team in receptions and receiving yards after Saturday’s win over UAB. CHARLES JORDAN/Contributed

Georgia tight end Brock Bowers leads the team in receptions and receiving yards after Saturday’s win over UAB. CHARLES JORDAN/Contributed

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Bowers has historic night in Georgia’s win over UAB

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Bulldogs’ tight end Brock Bowers reached a historic career milestone in Georgia’s win over UAB-Birmingham last Saturday. Bowers hauled in nine receptions for 121 yards and two touchdowns against the Blazers.
Sophomore linebacker Jalon Walker (11) and defensive back Malaki Starks celebrate during the win o ver UAB at Sanford Stadium. CHARLES JORDAN/Contributed

Sophomore linebacker Jalon Walker (11) and defensive back Malaki Starks celebrate during the win o ver UAB at Sanford Stadium. CHARLES JORDAN/Contributed

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Bulldogs, Tigers renew Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Georgia and Auburn will renew the Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry this Saturday at Jordan-Hare Stadium, where the Bulldogs (4-0, 1-0 SEC) will have their first road game of the year. Undefeated No.
Pressley’s groom’s cake. CONTRIBUTED

Pressley’s groom’s cake. CONTRIBUTED

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Outdoors: Seasons of life

James K. Pressley
Thursday, September 28, 2023
More than 25 years ago I married a cute, little brunette from South Alabama. I’m not sure to this day why she said yes, but it’s definitely the best sales job I ever did. In any case, weddings were a lot different back then, in the days before social media and digital photography.
Kaleb Crawford (9) chases a ball carrier in a game earlier this season. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Kaleb Crawford (9) chases a ball carrier in a game earlier this season. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Game Preview: War Eagles face tough test against Westside

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Putnam County (3-2, 1-0 Region 4-AA) will face its toughest test of the season so far against Westside (Augusta) this Friday. • Series History: Putnam County leads the series, 4-1. • Last Meeting: Putnam County defeated Westside 28-0 in 2022.
Putnam County junior Rashod Daniel (3) closes in on a Jasper County ball carrier in a win on Sept. 8. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Putnam County junior Rashod Daniel (3) closes in on a Jasper County ball carrier in a win on Sept. 8. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Trio of War Eagles power Putnam past Butler

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Putnam County recorded its second-straight win Friday, defeating Butler in its Region 4-AA opener. War Eagles’ running backs Rashod Daniel and Kaleb Crawford combined to rush for 211 yards and three scores as the War Eagles defeated Butler 35-12 in their Region 4-AA opener last Friday.
With Jackson Hewatt (3) providing cover, Evan Bennett (7) makes his way across the goal line for Gatewood's first touchdown last Friday night in a 17-8 win over Briarwood. IAN TOCHER/STAFF

With Jackson Hewatt (3) providing cover, Evan Bennett (7) makes his way across the goal line for Gatewood's first touchdown last Friday night in a 17-8 win over Briarwood. IAN TOCHER/STAFF

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Gatewood beats Briarwood, remains undefeated

Story And Photos By Ian Tocher
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Gatewood boosted its unbeaten record to 4-0 last Friday with a 17-8 win at home on Sammons Field against Briarwood Academy.
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Smith: Braves outing

Loran Smith
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Even when the Braves come up short, an outing at Truist Park can still be a resonating affair, especially when the weather is good, and the team is headed to the playoffs.
Georgia offensive lineman Tate Ratledge (77) holds up Cash Jones (32) after he scored a touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Bulldogs win over South Carolina last week. TONY WALSH/UGA Athletics

Georgia offensive lineman Tate Ratledge (77) holds up Cash Jones (32) after he scored a touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Bulldogs win over South Carolina last week. TONY WALSH/UGA Athletics

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Bulldogs set to face Blazers on Saturday

Lance McCurley
Thursday, September 21, 2023
No. 1 Georgia (3-0) is set to face UAB (1-2) Saturday in Athens for its fourth straight home game. The Bulldogs and Blazers have met three previous times, with the most recent being in 2021 in Athens.
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