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Kayleigh Thrasher celebrates a double against Stephens County.

Kayleigh Thrasher celebrates a double against Stephens County.

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Lumpkin softball team improves to 18-8

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
The Lumpkin County softball team was able to avenge a 3-2 loss to Stephens County last week, shutting down the rival tribe of Indians 8-0. Following the big win, Lumpkin improved to 18-8 overall and 8-3 in Region Eight AAA competition.
Nugget Staff Writer Eligha Roper (right) and his brother Ryan Roper take in the sights at Sanford Stadium.

Nugget Staff Writer Eligha Roper (right) and his brother Ryan Roper take in the sights at Sanford Stadium.

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Living a dream—attending my first UGA football game

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
I’ve been a Georgia fan for as long as I’ve had memories worth keeping, my grandfather made sure of that, he handed down the love of the Dawgs the same way some families pass down heirlooms.
Amelia Turk crosses the finish line in 6th place—her season best—and a crucial performance to earn the team a 3rd place finish out of 23 Division I teams. (Submitted photo)

Amelia Turk crosses the finish line in 6th place—her season best—and a crucial performance to earn the team a 3rd place finish out of 23 Division I teams. (Submitted photo)

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Lumpkin mountain bike team competes in Milledgeville

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
The Lumpkin County Mountain Bike Team finished their third straight race on the podium Saturday, placing third out of 23 competing teams in the Division 1 team standings in Milledgeville.
The Lady Indians celebrate the varsity flag football team’s first-ever victory.

The Lady Indians celebrate the varsity flag football team’s first-ever victory.

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Flag football team kicks off inaugural season with victory

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Lumpkin County didn’t just play its first flag football game on Tuesday, September 22, they checked off nearly every “first” imaginable--first snap, first passing touchdown, first rushing touchdown, first interception, first punt return yards and, most importantly, the first win in school...
Mathieu Weber (right) placed third for the Lumpkin varsity boys team.

Mathieu Weber (right) placed third for the Lumpkin varsity boys team.

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MTB team takes on the Dauset Dirt Dash

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
The Lumpkin County mountain biking team turned in one of its best performances of the season on Sunday, September 20, at the Dirt Dash in Jackson.
The Lady Indians celebrate a Riley Dyer home run during last week’s matchup against Morgan County.

The Lady Indians celebrate a Riley Dyer home run during last week’s matchup against Morgan County.

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Softball hosts special event against Morgan County

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
If you were in attendance for last week’s Lumpkin County High School softball game against Morgan County, you may have noticed the colorful batting gloves and special uniforms that the Lady Indians were wearing, the night represented something special that was bigger and more meaningful than any...
Lumpkin County’s defensive line faces off against East Forsyth last Friday night.

Lumpkin County’s defensive line faces off against East Forsyth last Friday night.

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Lumpkin football remains unbeaten after facing the Broncos

Eligha Roper
Thursday, September 24, 2026
It was an emotional night last Friday, as Lumpkin County and East Forsyth took the field, both programs carrying the weight of loss and the memory of a man who helped shape them; the Indians’ 42–35 victory was more than a battle between two undefeated teams.
UFA Mountains U13G Academy celebrates their championship win.

UFA Mountains U13G Academy celebrates their championship win.

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Travel soccer team wins SCCL Cup

Eligha Roper
Thursday, September 24, 2026
The Dahlonega‑based UFA Mountains U13G Academy soccer team made program history over Labor Day weekend, winning the SCCL Cup Championship in Cumming, and became the first Dahlonega based team ever to qualify for the US Club Soccer National Cup.