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Lumpkin County girls Head Coach Tess Wright takes a moment with her team during a recent game.

Lumpkin County girls Head Coach Tess Wright takes a moment with her team during a recent game.

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Basketball teams look to rally in region play

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
As 2023 comes to a close, Lumpkin County High School basketball finds itself at the midpoint of the  season. But how are the Indians stacking up in regional competition? Let’s take a look back at what each team has been able to accomplish this season.
Eighth ranked Will Soles pins one of his opponents at the Gold City Holiday Nutcracker tournament.

Eighth ranked Will Soles pins one of his opponents at the Gold City Holiday Nutcracker tournament.

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Wrestlers gearing up for championship season

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Ahead of the wrestling season’s home stretch, the Georgia Grappler released its list of top contenders and teams for the AAA State rankings.
Ed Wright assists Jacob Pricer during one of the team’s practices.

Ed Wright assists Jacob Pricer during one of the team’s practices.

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Wrestling assistant coach to be inducted into Wrestling Hall of Fame

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
The National Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum in Stillwater, Oklahoma, recently announced the Class of 2024 to be inducted by the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. Lumpkin Assistant Coach Ed Wright is to be honored as one of the recipients.
Lumpkin County Head Coach Chris Faulkner rallies his team from the sideline during this week’s game against MCA.

Lumpkin County Head Coach Chris Faulkner rallies his team from the sideline during this week’s game against MCA.

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Boys basketball looks dominant in win over Maranatha

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
The Lumpkin County High School boys basketball team crossed paths with Maranatha Christian Academy this week and won dominantly. The Indians ultimately defeated MCA 78-27, effectively shutting down their opposing offense while making great plays of their own.
Timothy Miller prepares to dive into his lane ahead of one of his races. (Photo submitted to The Nugget)

Timothy Miller prepares to dive into his lane ahead of one of his races. (Photo submitted to The Nugget)

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Swim team prepares for state competition

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
The Lumpkin County High School swim team has had a phenomenal season, seeing constant improvement throughout the team. Several athletes have already qualified for the state championship meet hosted at Georgia Tech on February 7.
Lumpkin County’s Korbin Mincey celebrates a big comeback win at the Gold City Holiday Nutcracker Tournament.

Lumpkin County’s Korbin Mincey celebrates a big comeback win at the Gold City Holiday Nutcracker Tournament.

Lumpkin wrestlers win second annual Gold City Nutcracker tournament

Eligha Roper
Saturday, December 23, 2023
The Lumpkin County Wrestling team hosted their second annual Gold City Nutcracker tournament on December 15-16. The Tribe finished with an outstanding performance that landed them a first-place finish out of several attending schools. The event had a great turnout of both fans and athletes alike.
Will Wood, Harper Davenport, Naji Lyon, Mason Sullens and Will Staples represented Lumpkin with pride during the FCA All-Star Game.

Will Wood, Harper Davenport, Naji Lyon, Mason Sullens and Will Staples represented Lumpkin with pride during the FCA All-Star Game.

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Lumpkin football players shine in FCA All-Star game

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
The Lumpkin Indians football team had five athletes representing The Tribe at the FCA All-Star game on December 15. Dawning the golden helmets one final time for the Indians were Dakota Bennett, Mason Sullens, Harper Davenport, Will Wood and Will Staples.
Maddie Lee drives to the hoop in Lumpkin’s game against Commerce at UNG last week.

Maddie Lee drives to the hoop in Lumpkin’s game against Commerce at UNG last week.

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Girls basketball back in the win column with victories

Cannon Crompton
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
The Lumpkin County High School girls basketball team got back on track with two-straight victories last week. In doing so, Lumpkn improved to 3-4 and snapped a four-game slide. But before the two victories, the Lady Indians hosted Region 7-AAA opponent Wesleyan on Tuesday, Dec. 5.
Lumpkin County players celebrate a score on the UNG home court during their game against Commerce on Saturday.

Lumpkin County players celebrate a score on the UNG home court during their game against Commerce on Saturday.

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Boys basketball picks up win over Commerce

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
The Lumpkin County High School basketball team picked up an exciting win against Commerce on Saturday, December 9 in a game hosted by the University of North Georgia. The Indians ultimately defeated the Tigers with a score of 55-22.