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The Lumpkin County rifle team prepares to depart the school on its trip to State.

The Lumpkin County rifle team prepares to depart the school on its trip to State.

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Lumpkin rifle team takes fourth in State

Eligha Roper
Thursday, March 21, 2024
 The Lumpkin County rifle team competed in their GHSA State Riflery Championships in Ware County, and came away with a fourth place finish. The team placed behind Camden, Tallulah Falls and East Coweta following another outstanding season.
Lumpkin County’s Hayden Gilbert encourages his teammates during last week’s games.

Lumpkin County’s Hayden Gilbert encourages his teammates during last week’s games.

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Baseball team picks up three wins over West Hall

Eligha Roper
Thursday, March 21, 2024
The Lumpkin County baseball team dominated West Hall last week, taking the series 3-0. Their first matchup saw a 10-4 victory for the Indians, the second one was an even more decisive 16-3 win, and the final game saw the Indians close things out 13-11.
Lumpkin County runner Witt Windham also set a new school record for the middle school squad following in his older brother’s footsteps.

Lumpkin County runner Witt Windham also set a new school record for the middle school squad following in his older brother’s footsteps.

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Track teams off to a great start this season

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
The Lumpkin County track team has been hard at work so far this season.  On February 28, the squad traveled to Suwanee to compete against Peachtree Ridge High School, Johns Creek High School and Riverwood International Charter School.
Lumpkin County’s Mason Hester rounds second after a huge hit that he stretched for a triple.

Lumpkin County’s Mason Hester rounds second after a huge hit that he stretched for a triple.

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Lumpkin baseball earns first region win

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
After facing some setbacks this week due to inclement weather, the Lumpkin County High School baseball team picked up their first regional victory over White County.
The Lumpkin County High School girls’ soccer team takes a moment before their big game.

The Lumpkin County High School girls’ soccer team takes a moment before their big game.

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Soccer teams earn wins over Gilmer County

JOHN BYNUM
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
By Eligha Roper The Nugget Both Lumpkin County High School soccer teams saw a successful start to region competition last week as each team came away with victories over Gilmer. The girls continued their streak picking up a 5-0 win over Gilmer.
The Lumpkin County girls team included several Top-5 finishers.

The Lumpkin County girls team included several Top-5 finishers.

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Wrestlers succeed at USA State Championships

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
The Lumpkin County wrestling team had several athletes compete in USA Wrestling’s State Championship tournament in Perry, Georgia, on Sunday, March 3. Several athletes were able to come away with podium finishes, and the Indians ultimately crowned a new USA Wrestling State Champion.
The Lumpkin County Mountain Bike Team had an impressive showing at the Southern Cross race last weekend in Dahlonega.

The Lumpkin County Mountain Bike Team had an impressive showing at the Southern Cross race last weekend in Dahlonega.

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Mountain bike team sees strong showing in local race

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Montaluce Winery hosted the annual Mountain Goat Adventures Southern Cross bike race on Saturday.  The event attracted over 200 Junior and adult racers from all around with a common goal of completing the 30-mile junior or 50-mile adult race.
The Lumpkin County High School Indians huddle up before their game.

The Lumpkin County High School Indians huddle up before their game.

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Soccer sees tough games against North Forsyth

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
The Lumpkin County High  School soccer teams were up against some tough competition this week against North Hall on Wednesday, February 28, and North Forsyth on Friday, March 1.
The Lumpkin County High School baseball team rallies together before storming the field against the Fannin County Rebels.

The Lumpkin County High School baseball team rallies together before storming the field against the Fannin County Rebels.

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Baseball picks up win over Fannin County

Eligha Roper
Thursday, February 29, 2024
The Lumpkin High School baseball team had a successful outing this week, picking up an 8-1 win over Fannin County and coming up just short to Dalton 2-1. The Tribe moves to 2-4 overall and looks ahead to what is yet to come.
JT Wright scopes out his target in the prone position.

JT Wright scopes out his target in the prone position.

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Rifle team victorious in Sectionals

JOHN BYNUM
Thursday, February 29, 2024
The Lumpkin County High School rifle team competed in their postseason sectionals against South Paulding this week. With the home range advantage, the Indians came out on top 1146-1092 and will advance to the next round of sectionals.