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Lumpkin’s Grant Hallman pitched the final inning of the Indians’ victory over Fannin County.

Lumpkin’s Grant Hallman pitched the final inning of the Indians’ victory over Fannin County.

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Lumpkin baseball keeps busy during Spring Break

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
While most teams took the week off for spring break, the Lumpkin County High School baseball team battled through four individual matchups.  The Indians closed out the series against Johnson with three victories (17-0, 11-1 and 7-0) and toppled Fannin County in a 5-4 game that came down to the wire.
Heidy Bentancourt (left) and Gabrielle Niemczyk were honored as the UNG club softball teams’ two seniors.

Heidy Bentancourt (left) and Gabrielle Niemczyk were honored as the UNG club softball teams’ two seniors.

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Club teams at university create opportunities for other athletes

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
With the introduction of NILs and the transfer portal, getting recruited to play on a college sports team has become increasingly difficult. Some very talented athletes have felt the effects of the now challenging process.
The boys and girls soccer teams shinned a spotlight on the 13 seniors that competed for Lumpkin this season.

The boys and girls soccer teams shinned a spotlight on the 13 seniors that competed for Lumpkin this season.

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Girls soccer team celebrates Senior Night with victory

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
The Lady Indians soccer team continued its dominant streak last week, triumphing over Chestatee and White County. The squad secured a resounding 8-0 victory against Chestatee and a convincing 6-0 win over White County.
Barrett Wilkinson awaits a serve from his Johnson opponent.

Barrett Wilkinson awaits a serve from his Johnson opponent.

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Lumpkin tennis teams defeat Knights

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
The Lumpkin County High School tennis teams had a successful week of action as they defended their home court against the Johnson Knights. Each team won all five matchups, winning the meet 5-0. The boys squad improves to 13-3 overall with a region record of 5-1.
The Lumpkin County boys soccer team celebrates a goal against region rival White County.

The Lumpkin County boys soccer team celebrates a goal against region rival White County.

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Boys soccer topples Warriors on Senior Night

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
It was a special night for the Lumpkin County High School boys soccer team as they celebrated their annual Senior Night, a tradition that honors the graduating seniors for their dedication and contributions to the team.
Aubree Brown picked up three goals for her Lumpkin team against Tallulah Falls.

Aubree Brown picked up three goals for her Lumpkin team against Tallulah Falls.

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Soccer teams pick up wins over North Hall

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
The Lumpkin County High School soccer teams picked up wins last week as they took on North Hall in regional action. Each team was able to come away with impressive wins, with the girls’ squad toppling North Hall 3-0.
Lumpkin County’s Carson Horton takes some practice swings before stepping up to the plate.

Lumpkin County’s Carson Horton takes some practice swings before stepping up to the plate.

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Baseball team battles against tough GAC squad

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
It was a tough week of competition for the Lumpkin County High School baseball team. The squad competed in their regional series against Greater Atlanta Christian. GAC completed the clean sweep over the Indians, winning Game One 13-11, Game Two 8-5 and Game Three 12-4.
The LCHS Rifle Team took the podium in Waycross to receive their third-place trophy.

The LCHS Rifle Team took the podium in Waycross to receive their third-place trophy.

Rifle team places third at State

News Staff
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Special to The Nugget by James Wright  —————  The Lumpkin County High School Rifle Team competed in the GHSA State Championships on March 14 and 15th at the Ware County Shooting Sports Complex in Waycross. Only 17 teams out of 109 make it to the competition.
Lumpkin County’s Chase Smith plays mind games with the Chestatee pitcher while waiting at second base.

Lumpkin County’s Chase Smith plays mind games with the Chestatee pitcher while waiting at second base.

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Baseball team blows past Chestatee 3-0

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
The Lumpkin County High School baseball team slid head first into regional competition this week as they took on Chestatee. The series ended with the Indians picking up three straight wins moving to 9-2 overall and 3-0 in regional competition.
Lumpkin County’s Liam Kearney lines up a shot during a meet this season.

Lumpkin County’s Liam Kearney lines up a shot during a meet this season.

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Rifle team sets sights on State Title

News Staff
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
By James Wright & Eligha Roper  ---------------  The Lumpkin County High School Rifle Team competed in the GHSA Riflery Semi-Finals against Area four’s number one team Winder-Barrow on March 4th.