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Loran Smith/Columnist

Smith: Braves outing

Loran Smith
Wednesday, September 20, 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.
James K Pressley/File Photo

James K Pressley/File Photo

Outdoors: On being Southern

James K. Pressley
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Does anyone remember the old Motel 6 commercials with Tom Bodett? His famous tagline was, “We’ll leave the light on for ya!” Now he was a Yankee, but a country Yankee, apparently. That’s one of the sayings I remember my grandparents and the older people of my childhood saying often.
Baldwin players celebrate after a turnover against Washington County on Friday, Sept 8. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Baldwin players celebrate after a turnover against Washington County on Friday, Sept 8. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Baldwin tops Washington County, 20-10

Trey Norris
Thursday, September 14, 2023
The Baldwin Braves (3-1) enjoyed a good bounce-back win last Friday night with a 20-10 decision over Washington County (1-2) after suffering their first loss two weeks ago against Ware County.
Javian Butts (14) bursts into open field after hauling in a pass from quarterback Kolt McMichael. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Javian Butts (14) bursts into open field after hauling in a pass from quarterback Kolt McMichael. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Trojans remain undefeated with win over George Walton

Trey Norris
Thursday, September 14, 2023
John Milledge Academy returned to action this past Friday when it faced the George Walton Academy Bulldogs in Monroe. With a 34-7 victory over the Bulldogs, the Trojans improved to 3-0 on the season and boosted the school’s overall undefeated streak to 53 games dating back to the 2019 season.
Mekhi Mews (87) breaks away from Ball State defenders during a 69-yard punt return, which sparked the Bulldogs to score 45 unanswered points. TONY WALSH/UGA Athletics

Mekhi Mews (87) breaks away from Ball State defenders during a 69-yard punt return, which sparked the Bulldogs to score 45 unanswered points. TONY WALSH/UGA Athletics

Mews sparks Georgia win over Ball State

Lance Mccurley
Thursday, September 14, 2023
After a scoreless first quarter, top-ranked Georgia got the spark it needed Saturday afternoon when wide receiver Mekhi Mews returned a Ball State punt 69 yards to the end zone. The Bulldogs never looked back.
The Lady Bobcats celebrate after winning a point in a loss to Mississippi College. CONTRIBUTED

The Lady Bobcats celebrate after winning a point in a loss to Mississippi College. CONTRIBUTED

Bobcat volleyball has best start in program history

News Staff
Thursday, September 14, 2023
The Georgia College & State University volleyball team improved to a perfect 8-0 on the season, which is the longest win streak in program history.
Jonathan Roach (4) hauls in a pass from quarterback Logan McMillian in the loss to the Tigers on Sept. 8. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Jonathan Roach (4) hauls in a pass from quarterback Logan McMillian in the loss to the Tigers on Sept. 8. TREY NORRIS/Staff

Tigers bully Bulldogs in fourth loss

Trey Norris
Thursday, September 14, 2023
The GMC Prep Bulldogs (0-4) suffered another tough loss last Friday, falling 47-14 while hosting the Washington-Wilkes Tigers (2-1) at Davenport Field.
Baldwin wide receiver Armontae Palmer (17) lines up in the slot for the Braves during a game against Putnam County on Aug. 25.

Baldwin wide receiver Armontae Palmer (17) lines up in the slot for the Braves during a game against Putnam County on Aug. 25.

Gators take bite out of Braves

Trey Norris
Thursday, September 7, 2023
Baldwin’s first loss came last Friday night to defending Class 5A state champion Ware County. The Gators defeated the Braves 48-20 in Waycross. Baldwin hosted Ware County last season and lost 41-3 to the eventual state champs, which went 14-0 in 2022.
GMC quarterback Nate McMillan and running back Jesse Washington III line up in the shotgun formation. TREY NORRIS/Staff

GMC quarterback Nate McMillan and running back Jesse Washington III line up in the shotgun formation. TREY NORRIS/Staff

GMC Prep drops third straight to start season

Trey Norris
Thursday, September 7, 2023
Georgia Military Prep lost its third straight game of the season by a 28-13 decision. The Bulldogs were visiting the Brentwood War Eagles in Sandersville, where they played a close first half, but were overwhelmed after halftime.
Georgia wide receiver Mehki Mews (87) breaks away from defenders on a 54-yard touchdown during Saturday’s win over UTMartin. CHARLES JORDAN/Contributed

Georgia wide receiver Mehki Mews (87) breaks away from defenders on a 54-yard touchdown during Saturday’s win over UTMartin. CHARLES JORDAN/Contributed

Bulldogs bounce back from slow start to beat UT-Martin

Lance Mccurley
Thursday, September 7, 2023
Top-ranked Georgia’s season-opening 48-7 victory over UT-Martin on Saturday had its highs and lows. The Bulldogs struggled out of the gate offensively but overcame the slow start to put up 41 points, with their final touchdown coming from the defense on a pick-six late in the fourth quarter.
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