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Lumpkin’s young baseball athletes soak up the sun during a group photo following a very successful summer camp.

Lumpkin’s young baseball athletes soak up the sun during a group photo following a very successful summer camp.

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Teams host athletic camps for summer participants

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Lumpkin County High School held summer camps last week where several of Lumpkin’s future athletic stars had the opportunity to work alongside high school coaches and athletes. The softball team hosted their camp from June 5-7.
Mike Nichols’ opponent squints in pain as he attempts a cradle.

Mike Nichols’ opponent squints in pain as he attempts a cradle.

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Wrestlers work hard in summer for success in winter

JOHN BYNUM
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Back in purple, tights, that is. The Lumpkin wrestling team had the opportunity to get back to work this past weekend as they competed in a summer wrestling event that was held at Archer High School.
Reacting to the crowd of fans who had gathered in Dahlonega, UNG outfielder Mariah Wicker proudly holds the NCAA Division II Softball National Championship trophy as the Nighthawks return home. Once the bus arrived from Chattanooga, the team was enthusiastically greeted at their home stadium a few hours after winning the title. (photo by Keith Murden / The Nugget)

Reacting to the crowd of fans who had gathered in Dahlonega, UNG outfielder Mariah Wicker proudly holds the NCAA Division II Softball National Championship trophy as the Nighthawks return home. Once the bus arrived from Chattanooga, the team was enthusiastically greeted at their home stadium a few hours after winning the title. (photo by Keith Murden / The Nugget)

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UNG softball wins National Championship

News Staff
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
By Eligha Roper & John Bynum / The Nugget  ------------  The University of North Georgia softball team has conquered the NCAA Division II softball world to bring home the 2023 National Championship.
Lumpkin gymnast Jenna Watkins shows off the medals she earned at the State Championship meet.

Lumpkin gymnast Jenna Watkins shows off the medals she earned at the State Championship meet.

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Dahlonega gymnastics team crowned as State Champions

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
The Dahlonega Gymnastics team competed in the Georgia AAU State Championships in Carrollton and crowned several State Champions. The team boasts a total of 72 athletes on the roster from various ages and skill levels.
NGG Softball coach Quentin Sears motivates his team following the teams first victory of the tournament, that earned them a second seed standing going into the remainder of games for the event.

NGG Softball coach Quentin Sears motivates his team following the teams first victory of the tournament, that earned them a second seed standing going into the remainder of games for the event.

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Travel softball team returns to Dalton tournament against tough opponents

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
The North Georgia Girls (NGG) travel softball team from Lumpkin returned to Dalton this weekend to compete in another tournament that saw some tough competition. The team started at a disadvantage, needing more players and had to bring in a few from their 12U program.
Lumpkin athletes (from left) Lexi Pierce, Kate Jackson, Mary Mullinax, and Nicole Limehouse all earned college scholarships.

Lumpkin athletes (from left) Lexi Pierce, Kate Jackson, Mary Mullinax, and Nicole Limehouse all earned college scholarships.

Senior athletes sign college scholarships

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Several Lumpkin athletes signed to play at the collegiate level following their successful seasons at LCHS. Nicole Limehouse, Mary Mullinax, Lexi Pierce, and Kate Jackson put pen to paper this school year as they set their sights on working toward a bright future.
Lumpkin’s Austin Marshall took a sixth-place finish in the freestyle event.

Lumpkin’s Austin Marshall took a sixth-place finish in the freestyle event.

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Lumpkin wrestlers compete in Southeast Regionals

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Lumpkin wrestlers had the opportunity to compete in the South-East Regional Championships over the weekend. They represented the county and the state against some of the best competitors in the southeastern region of the U.S.
Mathiel Mendoza steps into the batter’s box and keeps her eye on the opposing pitcher.

Mathiel Mendoza steps into the batter’s box and keeps her eye on the opposing pitcher.

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Travel softball teams compete in Dalton tournament

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
The North Georgia Girls (NGG) softball program consists of several travel softball teams based out of Lumpkin County with the goal of giving opportunities to local athletes at a more affordable price.
Lumpkin County senior Natalie Shubert celebrates her college signing along with her family and coaches.

Lumpkin County senior Natalie Shubert celebrates her college signing along with her family and coaches.

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Shubert will continue softball career with Brenau University

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
The ultimate goal for most highschool athletes is having the opportunity to sign with a college team, and have the opportunity to continue their on field careers past high school.
Walker Grizzle and Cooper McDonald show off their catches following a successful tournament on the water.

Walker Grizzle and Cooper McDonald show off their catches following a successful tournament on the water.

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Lumpkin fishing team takes second in championship tournament

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Lumpkin fishermen Cooper McDonald and Walker Grizzle competed in the Star Championship fishing tournament and came away with a second place finish for the event. The team also earned the coveted Anglers of the Year Award. The duo caught 18.