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Finley Tardonia steps to the circle as the middle school squad takes on White County.

Finley Tardonia steps to the circle as the middle school squad takes on White County.

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Rivalry sparks strong start for LCMS softball

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Rivalry games always seem to bring out a little extra juice, even in late July, and last Thursday was no exception as the Lumpkin County Middle School softball team opened its preseason with a scrimmage against familiar foe White County.
Band Director Corey Jackson talks his students through the routine before the recent early preview of this year’s new band.

Band Director Corey Jackson talks his students through the routine before the recent early preview of this year’s new band.

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Band of Gold is ready to rock Friday Night Lights

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
The Lumpkin County Band of Gold walked away from last week’s camp exhausted, but more confident than ever; after completing what band director Corey Jackson called the program’s first true sixty‑hour camp, the group emerged with a sharper sound, a new creative direction and a level of buy‑in he...
Elin Wilkins lines up in the batter’s box for the Lumpkin softball team as they face off against East Forsyth.

Elin Wilkins lines up in the batter’s box for the Lumpkin softball team as they face off against East Forsyth.

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High School softball battles back from 4-0 deficit in scrimmage

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
It’s a new year, new squad and a new head coach for the Lumpkin County High School softball team. Coming off a 24-11 season that ended with a Region 6-AAA Championship, the Lady Indians are back in the grind and working toward what could be another exciting run.
The Lumpkin Parks & Rec swim team gathers for a photo back at home, after their successful performance at State.

The Lumpkin Parks & Rec swim team gathers for a photo back at home, after their successful performance at State.

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Parks & Rec swimmers make waves at State Meet

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Several Lumpkin County Parks & Rec swimmers capped their summer season with standout performances at last week’s State Championship meet in Moultrie.
Ely Self represented Lumpkin County and the nation as part of Team USA at the Cairns Cup in Spain.

Ely Self represented Lumpkin County and the nation as part of Team USA at the Cairns Cup in Spain.

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Local adaptive golfer competes for Team USA in Spain

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
It’s not every day a local athlete gets the chance to represent the nation in the sport they love, but that was exactly the case for Ely Self, who traveled to Spain to compete in an adaptive golf tournament at The San Roque Club.
Lumpkin football athletes Gabriela Frausto, Haven Lingerfelt, Mary Meadows, Annalee Gilbert and Kylie Schubert gather for a quick photo during last week’s practice.

Lumpkin football athletes Gabriela Frausto, Haven Lingerfelt, Mary Meadows, Annalee Gilbert and Kylie Schubert gather for a quick photo during last week’s practice.

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Lumpkin flag football team ready to make school history

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
The last time The Nugget checked in with Lumpkin County High School’s newly formed girls flag football team, they were still sorting through tryouts. Last week, the group returned to the field with a finalized roster and a clear direction for what comes next.
Sebastian Dunn speaks during the recent FCA baseball camp at Lumpkin County High School.

Sebastian Dunn speaks during the recent FCA baseball camp at Lumpkin County High School.

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Young athletes learn skills and wisdom at FCA camp

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is known for its early‑morning huddles and gatherings on school campuses, but in Lumpkin County, FCA’s reach has grown far beyond what most people expect.
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.