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The Trojans take the field at Mercer University’s Five Star Stadium to play against Valwood for a state championship. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

The Trojans take the field at Mercer University’s Five Star Stadium to play against Valwood for a state championship. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

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Trojans’ win streak stopped at state final

Trey Norris
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
One of the greatest runs in Georgia high school football history came to an end last Thursday when John Milledge Academy (JMA) lost 42-21 to Valwood in the GIAA 3A state championship game at Mercer University’s Five Star Stadium in Macon.
Georgia wide receiver Arian Smith (11) got into the action during the SEC Championship game against Alabama on a 51-yard reception. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Georgia wide receiver Arian Smith (11) got into the action during the SEC Championship game against Alabama on a 51-yard reception. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

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Milroe steers Alabama to SEC title win over Georgia

Lance Mccurley
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe helped the No. 1 Crimson Tide knock off No. 1 Georgia 27-24 in the SEC Championship game, snapping the Bulldogs’ 29-game winning streak Saturday. While his stat line wasn’t great, Milroe shined in the biggest moments, leading Alabama to the win.
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart during Georgia’s game against Georgia Tech at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta, Ga., on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023.(Kari Hodges/UGAAA)

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart during Georgia’s game against Georgia Tech at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta, Ga., on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023.(Kari Hodges/UGAAA)

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Smart insists Dawgs ‘excited’ about Orange Bowl

Lance Mccurley
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
After being left out of the College Football Playoff, No. 6 Georgia is headed to the Orange Bowl to play No. 5 Florida State, which was snubbed after going undefeated and winning the ACC Title.
The GCSU volleyball team high fives each other after a match. MCKINSEY LEWIS /Contributed

The GCSU volleyball team high fives each other after a match. MCKINSEY LEWIS /Contributed

Bobcats earn PBC Team Sportsmanship Award

News Staff
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
The Peach Belt Conference has announced that Georgia College & State University (GCSU) won the 2023 Volleyball Team Sportsmanship Award.
JMA defenders bring down a Pinewood ball-carrier. TREY NORRIS/Staff

JMA defenders bring down a Pinewood ball-carrier. TREY NORRIS/Staff

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JMA pounds Pinewood to reach title game

Trey Norris
Thursday, November 30, 2023
In another lopsided victory last Friday, the John Milledge Academy (JMA) Trojans beat the Pinewood Patriots 63-28 on Nov. 24 to secure their spot in the GIAA Class 3A state championship game this Thursday in Macon.
Tre Lawrence attempts a shot from the foul line in a win over Howard last season. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Tre Lawrence attempts a shot from the foul line in a win over Howard last season. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

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New Braves coach counts on continued success

Lance Mccurley
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Baldwin boys’ basketball is being led by a new head coach this season, but the expectations are on the team. Ben Smith, who was hired away from Dublin High School earlier this year, knows what it takes to win.
Senior running back Kendall Milton led the Bulldogs in rushing against the Yellow Jackets on 18 caries for 156 yards and two touchdowns. COURTESY OF UGA ATHLETICS

Senior running back Kendall Milton led the Bulldogs in rushing against the Yellow Jackets on 18 caries for 156 yards and two touchdowns. COURTESY OF UGA ATHLETICS

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Georgia swats Yellow Jackets, finish season 12-0

Lance Mccurley
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Georgia finished its third-straight season with a 12-0 record after defeating Georgia Tech 31-22 at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday in Atlanta. Georgia’s active winning streak is now at 29 games. Dating back to the 2020 season, the Bulldogs have won 45 of their last 46 contests.
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Six student-athletes earn CSC Academic All-District honors

News Staff
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Georgia College & State University (GCSU) had six student-athletes named to the College Sports Communicators NCAA Division II Women's Soccer Academic All-District Team. To be nominated, a student-athlete must be at least a sophomore with a 3.
GREENBERRY MOORE/Staff

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Pickleball fundraiser proves profitable

Greenberry Moore
Thursday, November 30, 2023
By all accounts, a pickleball fundraiser Nov. 18 at the Baldwin County Recreation Complex was immensely successful. The one-day tournament was jointly hosted by the Milledgeville Exchange Club and the Milledgeville Pickleball Club.
Bud Veal (3), who caught two touchdown passes in JMA’s playoff win last Friday against the Tiftarea Panthers, had a strong defensive game, too, assisting in several key tackles. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Bud Veal (3), who caught two touchdown passes in JMA’s playoff win last Friday against the Tiftarea Panthers, had a strong defensive game, too, assisting in several key tackles. TREY NORRIS/Staff

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JMA advances with 48-19 win over Panthers

Trey Norris
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
The Trojans’ perfect season continued with their first playoff win last Friday, beating the visiting Tiftarea Panthers 48-19 behind a strong game on offense and equally good performance on defense.
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