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LCHS graduate Sam Edwards works the camera during a UGA game.

LCHS graduate Sam Edwards works the camera during a UGA game.

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Local videographer chasing dreams on UGA sidelines

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
One Lumpkin County High School alumnus is making serious waves in the world of videography and editing. Sam Edwards, LCHS Class of 2025, began on the local sidelines, capturing photos and videos across every sport he could get close to. It didn’t take long for his talent to stand out.
Lyndsey Gailey shows off her catch, alongside her sister Audrey, at the World Championships.

Lyndsey Gailey shows off her catch, alongside her sister Audrey, at the World Championships.

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Gailey Girls make one last fishing run

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
For the Gailey sisters, an era has come to an end. The sister duo have made quite the names for themselves in the world of competitive bass fishing over the last several years.
The Lumpkin County 8U baseball team celebrates with its State Championship trophy.

The Lumpkin County 8U baseball team celebrates with its State Championship trophy.

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8U baseball team dominates State Championships

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
The Lumpkin County 8U Parks & Rec All Stars didn’t just defend their State Championship last week. They bulldozed their way through the bracket with scores that looked more like Friday night football than youth baseball. Brantley County fell 23-1, Morgan County 10-2 and Morgan County Black 17-4.
Pictured, from left, Ellie Moye, Abigail Herrit, Amelia Turk and Madison Barrick celebrate their finishes after facing off in a recent race.

Pictured, from left, Ellie Moye, Abigail Herrit, Amelia Turk and Madison Barrick celebrate their finishes after facing off in a recent race.

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Parks & Rec swim team sends 19 athletes to State

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
The Lumpkin County Parks & Rec swim team hosted a home meet last week, drawing a packed crowd and a full slate of competitors. The event brought strong energy to the Pinetree pool and several local swimmers walked away with top finishes.
The Lumpkin 10U softball team gathers for a photo after finishing third in the State Championship Tournament.

The Lumpkin 10U softball team gathers for a photo after finishing third in the State Championship Tournament.

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10U softball team takes third at State Tournament

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Growth has been the defining theme for the Lady Indians’ 10U softball team, a group that turned early struggles into a postseason run worth celebrating. They opened their summer with a tough 1‑3 showing in their first tournament, but the girls responded with steady improvement.
Assistant Coach Jake Estenson directs young participants during the recent summer camp.

Assistant Coach Jake Estenson directs young participants during the recent summer camp.

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Football summer camp gives kids chance to sharpen skills

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
As the summer months roll on so do the local Lumpkin County High School camps; last week the local football program saw the biggest turnout yet, as over 100 campers turned out for the three-day event.
Pictured, from left, Faith Jones, Scott DeGraff, Mathiel Mendoza and Natalie Mendoza represented Lumpkin with distinction at the Womens National Duals in Indiana.

Pictured, from left, Faith Jones, Scott DeGraff, Mathiel Mendoza and Natalie Mendoza represented Lumpkin with distinction at the Womens National Duals in Indiana.

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Local wrestlers contribute to historic win for Team Georgia

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Lumpkin County was well represented at the Womens National Duals, where three local wrestlers and Girls Head Coach Scott DeGraff helped power Team Georgia to its best overall finish in program history. Their impact stretched far beyond participation.
Lumpkin County’s Ridge Cole fields a ball during a previous game.

Lumpkin County’s Ridge Cole fields a ball during a previous game.

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Cole shines at GACA All-Star matchup

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Lumpkin County soccer standout Ridge Cole has continued to make a name for himself on the State level, the Region 6-AAA Player of the Year earned a spot in last week’s GACA All-Star game and made an immediate impact, assisting on a goal that found the back of the net for his team.
Starting quarterback Kolson Howell leads the Indians onto the field during their Spring Game at East Hall.

Starting quarterback Kolson Howell leads the Indians onto the field during their Spring Game at East Hall.

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Lumpkin football ready to rumble ahead of upcoming season

Eligha Roper
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Though the school year has come to an end, all things football are just getting started for the Lumpkin County High School football team. This year the team looks to continue their tradition of success, rooted in their time tested mantra ‘Hard Work Pays Off.
Sports writer Eligha Roper’s Lumpkin County sports cap takes a vacation at Driftwood Beach.

Sports writer Eligha Roper’s Lumpkin County sports cap takes a vacation at Driftwood Beach.

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ROPER: Hats can reveal your character

Eligha Roper
Thursday, June 18, 2026
A hat is never just a hat, anyone who’s ever worn one knows this instinctively, a hat is a billboard, a personality test, a mood ring and sometimes a warning label.