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Pictured (from left): Paulo Ramirez, Nickson McGillivray, Bowen Aiken and Ari Cook celebrate the cross country team’s recent race accomplishments.

Pictured (from left): Paulo Ramirez, Nickson McGillivray, Bowen Aiken and Ari Cook celebrate the cross country team’s recent race accomplishments.

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Lumpkin cross country strides into new season

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
The Lumpkin County High School cross country team saw a great start to their season as they competed in the North Georgia Two Mile Stage event in Commerce, Georgia on Saturday. Overall, both the boys and girls teams came away with a second-place finish.
Aubrey Woodson prepares to track down a ground ball for the Lady Indians.

Aubrey Woodson prepares to track down a ground ball for the Lady Indians.

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Lumpkin softball team off to a great regular season start

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
It was an exciting week for all things Lumpkin County High School softball. The Lady Indians hit a hot streak as they picked up three straight victories. Their first win came 4-3 over South Forsyth in extra innings. Game Two saw The Tribe topple Rabun County 11-0.
Caleb Wendl celebrates a tackle for a loss of yardage against the Spartans.

Caleb Wendl celebrates a tackle for a loss of yardage against the Spartans.

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Lumpkin football makes statement with preseason win

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Throughout the summer, the Lumpkin County High School varsity football team has been diligently preparing to demonstrate their capabilities following the departure of the program’s most successful senior class and standout quarterback, Cal Faulkner.
Lumpkin County’s Mason Hester takes a snap during last week’s practice at LCHS.

Lumpkin County’s Mason Hester takes a snap during last week’s practice at LCHS.

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Football team looks ahead to season kickoff

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
After a long hiatus, high school football is back. The Lumpkin County High School football team has been putting in the work throughout the off-season in hopes of getting bigger, faster and stronger.
Will Mayfield gifts Wyatt Windham his Georgia Tech flag that flew in Afghanistan while he served in the U.S. Army National Guard.

Will Mayfield gifts Wyatt Windham his Georgia Tech flag that flew in Afghanistan while he served in the U.S. Army National Guard.

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OPINIONS: It’s about more than just a Georgia Tech flag for cross-country runner

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Last week, I was browsing through my social media when I stumbled upon a post that highlighted a story I had to share with our Nugget readers. Over the last few years, local track and cross-country star Wyatt Windham has been no stranger to front-page worthy performances.
Lumpkin County’s Cadence Ivey lays down a hit at a previous game.

Lumpkin County’s Cadence Ivey lays down a hit at a previous game.

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Lumpkin softball returns to the diamond

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
The Lady Indians high school softball team kicked off their official season this week as they hit the road to Gilmer County. The matchup showcased two very skilled pitchers as they went head-to-head in a showdown that saw the Bobcats come out on top with a 2-0 win over the Indians.
The Lumpkin County Parks & Rec swim team had several outstanding finishes at the State Championships last week.

The Lumpkin County Parks & Rec swim team had several outstanding finishes at the State Championships last week.

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Parks & Rec swimmers compete in State Championships

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
The Lumpkin County Parks & Rec swim team had the opportunity to compete at their State Championships last week. The team achieved several outstanding finishes.
Lumpkin County High School softball players Maddox Henderson (left) and Abi Kate Webb celebrate a great play at last week's summer game.

Lumpkin County High School softball players Maddox Henderson (left) and Abi Kate Webb celebrate a great play at last week's summer game.

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Lumpkin softball team looks ahead to promising season

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Softball fans got their first looks at the new Lumpkin County Varsity squad last week as they hosted a summertime pre-season game. The Tribe welcomed AAAA East Forsyth High School to see how the team would stack in some one-on-one competition.
Jude Goss (All-American in the 88-pound weight class), Nathan Nielsen and Xander Nielsen represented Lumpkin County at the recent Fargo Nationals.

Jude Goss (All-American in the 88-pound weight class), Nathan Nielsen and Xander Nielsen represented Lumpkin County at the recent Fargo Nationals.

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Lumpkin wrestling crowns All-American

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Last week, the guys’ portion of the Fargo wrestlers had the opportunity to stake their claim at immortality as they competed in the prestigious national wrestling event. Those representing Lumpkin County included Jude Goss, Nathan Nielsen and Xander Nielsen.
New Girls Basketball Head Coach Bryan Richerson talks strategy with the Lady Indians.

New Girls Basketball Head Coach Bryan Richerson talks strategy with the Lady Indians.

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Richerson takes the helm for the Lumpkin County girls basketball team

Eligha Roper
Thursday, July 24, 2025
There’s an old saying when it comes to sports: ‘Champions are made in the off-season.’ Under the new leadership of Head Girls Basketball Coach Bryan Richerson, the Lady Indians have had their sights set on making that achievement a reality.