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Lumpkin County’s Nolan Matthews dives into the end zone for an Indians touchdown versus Dunwoody.

Lumpkin County’s Nolan Matthews dives into the end zone for an Indians touchdown versus Dunwoody.

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Lumpkin football wins gritty battle over AAAAA Dunwoody

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
After a single play that resulted in both a blindside block and a block in the back, injuring two Lumpkin players in a matter of seconds, it became evident that last week’s football game was more than just a game. It was a fight.
The Lumpkin mountain bike team shows off their newly-earned medals and awards. Pictured, Liam Alhadeff, David Weber, Asher Boegner, Shiloh Claussen, Mathieu Weber and Solomon Alhadeff.

The Lumpkin mountain bike team shows off their newly-earned medals and awards. Pictured, Liam Alhadeff, David Weber, Asher Boegner, Shiloh Claussen, Mathieu Weber and Solomon Alhadeff.

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Mountain bike team kicks off season with first-place finish

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
The Lumpkin County High School mountain bike team hit the trail last week as they made the long haul to Milledgeville on Saturday. It was an excellent showing for the traveling squad as they came away with a first-place team finish.
Riley Dyer threw her first varsity no-hitter against a tough Pickens County team.

Riley Dyer threw her first varsity no-hitter against a tough Pickens County team.

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Lumpkin softball rolls to 7-0 in region

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Seven is known for being a lucky number, but will it spell luck for the Lumpkin County High School softball team? The Lady Indians continue to roll through AAA Region Six competition as they move to 7-0 in regional play. Last week, the team took on region foes Pickens County and Chestatee.
The Indians celebrate after Caleb Wendl (right) secures the game-ending first down over Hart County on the road last Friday.

The Indians celebrate after Caleb Wendl (right) secures the game-ending first down over Hart County on the road last Friday.

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Lumpkin football topples Hart County on the road

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Picture this: a wayward team on the road against a historically good football team, coming off a tough loss to start their season in an atmosphere worthy of a Georgia playoff football game.
Lumpkin County’s Brooklyn Estrella smacks a hit for the Indians.

Lumpkin County’s Brooklyn Estrella smacks a hit for the Indians.

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Lumpkin softball squad improves to 5-0 in region

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
The Lumpkin County High School softball team improved its regional standing to 5-0 last week after picking up significant wins over North Hall 5-3 and White County 4-3.  Taylor Burton had a standout week both at the plate and in the chalked circle.
Lumpkin County graduate Wyatt Windham came away with a tenth place overall finish in his first race for Georgia Tech.

Lumpkin County graduate Wyatt Windham came away with a tenth place overall finish in his first race for Georgia Tech.

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OPINIONS - It was fun watching Windham compete for Georgia Tech

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Friday morning was a special day for one local athlete. Wyatt Windham had his first Collegiate Division One college race with Georgia Tech.  I had the absolute privilege of waking up early that morning to catch the race on ESPN+  at 8:30 a.m.
Averie Simmons celebrates alongside her teammates after she’s awarded the Player of The Week belt.

Averie Simmons celebrates alongside her teammates after she’s awarded the Player of The Week belt.

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Lumpkin volleyball picks up first regional victory

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
The Lady Indians varsity volleyball team continues to bring the energy as they improved their overall record to 6-4 and regional record to 1-0 following last week’s matchups. The squad kicked off their busy week on Tuesday as they hosted Chestatee for their first regional matchup of the year.
Lumpkin County’s Witt Windham, center left, and Evan Good, center right, get off to a fast start at the invitational in Ringgold.

Lumpkin County’s Witt Windham, center left, and Evan Good, center right, get off to a fast start at the invitational in Ringgold.

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Cross country runners earn first place team finish

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
The Lumpkin County High School Cross Country team traveled to Ringgold to preview the Sectionals course for this season as they competed in the NGXCL One Frontrunner Five Star Stride. Both the boys’ and girls’ squads came away with impressive finishes.
Lumpkin County’s Cadence Ivey lines up a hit for the Indians.

Lumpkin County’s Cadence Ivey lines up a hit for the Indians.

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Varsity softball improves to 8-2 overall

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
With eight wins, two lessons learned, and a whole lot of pride, the Lumpkin County High School varsity softball team continues to roll through this season’s competition. The Lady Indians had a busy week as they competed against Lakeview Fort Oglethorpe, Hill Grove and Gilmer.
The Indians storm the field ahead of their showdown against Cherokee Bluff in the season opener.

The Indians storm the field ahead of their showdown against Cherokee Bluff in the season opener.

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Lumpkin football opens season against tough Cherokee Bluff opponent

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Last Friday marked the beginning of the regular football season as the Lumpkin County High School team faced off against the Cherokee Bluff Bears. The well-attended event drew enthusiastic supporters from both schools, contributing to an energetic atmosphere for the season opener.