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Lumpkin County wrestler Greta Garbuzovas prepares to take on an opponent during one of her recent matchups.

Lumpkin County wrestler Greta Garbuzovas prepares to take on an opponent during one of her recent matchups.

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Women’s wrestling competitors have earned their stripes

Eligha Roper
Monday, December 30, 2024
Social media can be both a gift and a curse, as you may know. People can use it to their advantage to keep in touch with family members, stay updated on things happening in the news, and acquire information on any topic imaginable. But what does the internet have to do with women’s wrestling?
Lumpkin County’s Emmie Kate Reece gets past a Dawson County defender in the two team’s recent matchup.

Lumpkin County’s Emmie Kate Reece gets past a Dawson County defender in the two team’s recent matchup.

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Breaking down Region 6-AAA basketball standings

Eligha Roper
Monday, December 30, 2024
The high school basketball season is in full swing, and the competition is heating up.  Each Region 6-AAA team has had the chance to test their skills in a few regional games, and the results are shaping up to be fiercely competitive.
Morgan Powell and her A5 Volleyball teammates celebrate her commitment to the University of South Carolina Upstate.

Morgan Powell and her A5 Volleyball teammates celebrate her commitment to the University of South Carolina Upstate.

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Powell signs with USC Upstate volleyball

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
Hard work continues to pay off for local athletes as they look to move into the collegiate levels of their journeys. This week, former Lumpkin volleyball standout Morgan Powell made her official commitment to the University of South Carolina Upstate.
Lumpkin County wrestlers Xander Nielsen (left) and Nathan Nielsen each took first place at the third annual Nutcracker Tournament.

Lumpkin County wrestlers Xander Nielsen (left) and Nathan Nielsen each took first place at the third annual Nutcracker Tournament.

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Wrestling teams deck the halls with victory during holiday melee events

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
Last week, the third annual Nutcracker wrestling tournament was hosted at the Lumpkin County High School. Spectators and wrestlers alike turned out in abundance to take part in the festive event.
Lumpkin County’s Nolan Matthews was named Region 6-AAA Special Teams Player of the Year.

Lumpkin County’s Nolan Matthews was named Region 6-AAA Special Teams Player of the Year.

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Lumpkin football collects All-Region honors

Eligha Roper
Thursday, December 19, 2024
The official Region 6-AAA Football All-Region honors were released this week and featured 14 individual Lumpkin County High School football players recapping another very successful season for the Indians. The squad’s season concluded 7-4 overall with a regional record of 5-2.
The Lumpkin swim team prepares to make some laps.

The Lumpkin swim team prepares to make some laps.

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Lumpkin swimmers qualify for State

Eligha Roper
Thursday, December 19, 2024
When it comes to competing on the swim team, the ultimate goal is to win a state championship. But before an athlete can have a chance at that accomplishment, they must first qualify.
TJ Gaddis brings the team onto the court against Dawson. Gaddis led the Indians in scoring with 24 points against the Tigers.

TJ Gaddis brings the team onto the court against Dawson. Gaddis led the Indians in scoring with 24 points against the Tigers.

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Boys’ basketball topples regional rivals Dawson

Eligha Roper
Thursday, December 19, 2024
It was a challenging and busy week for all things Lumpkin basketball, as each team competed in several different games. The Boys’ Varsity squad kicked off their week with a tough 72-48 loss to a very good Pickens County basketball program.
Lumpkin County’s Alyssa Ford attempts a layup against the Spartans.

Lumpkin County’s Alyssa Ford attempts a layup against the Spartans.

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Lumpkin basketball teams topple Greater Atlanta Christian

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
The Lumpkin County High School basketball teams hit the road last week to take on powerhouse Greater Atlanta Christian. Neither of the Lumpkin teams were intimidated by the magnitude of the occasion, as both came away with victories.
Lumpkin County High School wrestler Geovany Hernandez smiles as he pins his White County opponent.

Lumpkin County High School wrestler Geovany Hernandez smiles as he pins his White County opponent.

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Wrestling team topples White County on Senior Night

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
It was a special night for the Lumpkin County High School wrestling team as they hosted their Senior Night. Lumpkin’s seniors were spotlighted as their dedication and contributions over the last few years took center stage.
Lumpkin County softball player Julianna York celebrates her signing day alongside her teammates.

Lumpkin County softball player Julianna York celebrates her signing day alongside her teammates.

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York signs with Truett McConnell University softball

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
It was a momentous week for the local sports community as four of our local athletes, Cal Faulkner, Wyatt Windham, Aidyn Flanagan and Julianna York officially committed to their respective colleges.