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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.

Lumpkin football topples Hart County on the road

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.

Lumpkin softball squad improves to 5-0 in region

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.
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.

Lumpkin volleyball picks up first regional victory

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.

Cross country runners earn first place team finish

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.

Varsity softball improves to 8-2 overall

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.

Lumpkin football opens season against tough Cherokee Bluff opponent

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.
The Lady Indians rally during their volleyball game against Lake Oconee.

The Lady Indians rally during their volleyball game against Lake Oconee.

Lumpkin volleyball off to a winning start

Last year, the Lady Indians Varsity volleyball team wrapped up their season with an overall record of 10-27. This season, the team looks to set a new standard and is already off to a great start. This year, the squad also welcomes in new Head Coach Matthew Chisholm.
Pictured (from left): Paulo Ramirez, Nickson McGillivray, Bowen Aiken and Ari Cook celebrate the cross country team’s recent race accomplishments.

Pictured (from left): Paulo Ramirez, Nickson McGillivray, Bowen Aiken and Ari Cook celebrate the cross country team’s recent race accomplishments.

Lumpkin cross country strides into new season

The Lumpkin County High School cross country team saw a great start to their season as they competed in the North Georgia Two Mile Stage event in Commerce, Georgia on Saturday. Overall, both the boys and girls teams came away with a second-place finish.
Aubrey Woodson prepares to track down a ground ball for the Lady Indians.

Aubrey Woodson prepares to track down a ground ball for the Lady Indians.

Lumpkin softball team off to a great regular season start

It was an exciting week for all things Lumpkin County High School softball. The Lady Indians hit a hot streak as they picked up three straight victories. Their first win came 4-3 over South Forsyth in extra innings. Game Two saw The Tribe topple Rabun County 11-0.