Joel Harvin

Putnam County quarterback Branan Griffin (8) celebrates with a teammate after scoring a touchdown in Friday’s 45-37 region win over McNair. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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War Eagles survive second-half scare against McNair

Lance McCurley

Thursday, September 26, 2024

Putnam County earned its second consecutive win this past Friday, defeating McNair 45-37 in its region opener. The War Eagles (2-3, 1-0, Class A Div. I, Reg.

Several Putnam County defenders, including Braxston Mays (4) and Kaleb Lawrence, bring down a McNair ball carrier in last Friday’s win. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Putnam faces tough test against Social Circle

Lance McCurley

Thursday, September 26, 2024

After surviving a scare against McNair, Putnam County will face another tough test at home this week against Social Circle.

Putnam County senior running back Rashod Daniel (3) is expected to return to play against McNair Friday night after missing a few weeks due to an injury. FILE PHOTO

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Putnam County gears up to face McNair to begin region play

Lance McCurley

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Putnam County (1-3) returns to the gridiron Friday night to open up region play against McNair (2-2). This Friday’s meeting at Al Reaves Field will be the first between the War Eagles and the Mustangs.Putnam comes into the game following a bye week, which the War Eagles used to get healthy.

Bill Waters had a breakout game for Putnam, rushing for 170 yards and four touchdowns against the Rebels. (T. MICHAEL STONE/Staff)

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Waters helps rally Putnam past Rebels

Lance McCurley

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Putnam County secured its first victory last week over Haralson County, thanks to a strong effort from Bill Waters.Waters stepped in for injured senior running back Rashod Daniel and shined.

The War Eagles huddle during a timeout in a game earlier this season against Greene County. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

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War Eagles come up short against Laney

Lance McCurley

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Putnam County (0-3) tried to mount a fourth-quarter comeback last Friday against Laney (2-1) but came up short.The War Eagles trailed by two scores entering the final period, except they didn’t give up.

Putnam County running back Rashod Daniel (3) is brought down by a group of Morgan County defenders in a game earlier this season. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

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War Eagles hope to get first W against Haralson

Lance McCurley

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Putnam County (0-3) hopes to get its first win of the season this Friday against Haralson County (1-2).This Friday’s 7:30 pm. kickoff at Al Reaves Field will be the first meeting between both teams.The Rebels of Tallapoosa are coming off a 25-3 loss to nearby Greene County.

Putnam County senior Bryce Brabham (31) races past Morgan defenders after hauling in a pass from Jamarion Robertson. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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War Eagles look for answers after loss to Morgan County

Lance McCurley

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Putnam County is looking for answers after suffering a 42-28 home loss to rival Morgan County this past Friday.The War Eagles are off to a 0-2 start for the second consecutive season, but head coach Joel Harvin doesn’t want his players to panic.“We’re still trying to find our identity,” Harvin said.

Putnam County’s offense has run through tailback Rashod Daniel (3) this season. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Putnam to face familiar foe on Friday

Lance McCurley

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Putnam County has a chance to right its wrongs this Friday in Augusta against former region foe Laney. The War Eagles (0-2) will be seeking their first victory this season, hoping it will be over the Wildcats (1-1).“[Laney] has always got physical kids,” Putnam head coach Joel Harvin said.

Putnam County tailback Rashod Daniel (3) runs around the edge of the Greene defense behind quarterback Jamarion Robertson (2). (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

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War Eagles fall to Tigers in opener

Lance McCurley

Thursday, August 22, 2024

Putnam County’s season didn’t start as it wanted, as the War Eagles suffered a 28-20 loss to Greene County on the road. Putnam battled to the end, but a few mistakes led to the Tigers holding on for a close win.

Putnam County players listen to head coach Joel Harvin’s postgame speech this past Friday after losing to Greene County. (LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff)

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Putnam, Morgan ready to resume rivalry on gridiron

Lance McCurley

Thursday, August 22, 2024

Putnam County and Morgan County will meet on the gridiron for the first time since 2021 this Friday in Eatonton. The ‘Dogs lead the all-time series 31-18-1, but the War Eagles have won the last two games by a combined 42-2 score.Putnam County head coach Joel Harvin is happy the rivalry is back.

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