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Lumpkin running back Mason Sullens powers through the Dragons’ defensive line. (Photo curtesy of Carrie Roy)

Lumpkin running back Mason Sullens powers through the Dragons’ defensive line. (Photo curtesy of Carrie Roy)

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Lumpkin football looks impressive in region opener

Eligha Roper
Thursday, September 28, 2023
The Lumpkin County High School football team saw a great start to their region play against Pickens County on Friday as the Indians were able to come away with an impressive 49-14 win over the Dragons.
Lumpkin County’s Ava Estes delivers a pitch from the circle during the Lady Indians’ game against the Dragons.

Lumpkin County’s Ava Estes delivers a pitch from the circle during the Lady Indians’ game against the Dragons.

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Softball team wins two but has streak snapped by Pickens County

Eligha Roper
Thursday, September 28, 2023
The Lumpkin County High School softball team had an impressive run after their big wins over White County and Dawson last week. This week, they were able to add two more wins to their record but came up short against third ranked regional opponent Pickens.
Lumpkin County recognized their varsity volleyball seniors (from left) Ava Jones, Andrea Limehouse, Mary Richardson, McKenzie Jarrard and Analyse Melville.

Lumpkin County recognized their varsity volleyball seniors (from left) Ava Jones, Andrea Limehouse, Mary Richardson, McKenzie Jarrard and Analyse Melville.

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Volleyball team earns region win on Senior Night

Cannon Crompton
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Lumpkin County High School volleyball picked up three wins out of their six matches played last week. On Tuesday, Sept. 19, the Lady Indians celebrated Senior Night with a win over region opponent West Hall. They also battled Dawson County but couldn’t come away with a win.
The Lumpkin County High School volleyball team shakes hands with Habersham after their victory.

The Lumpkin County High School volleyball team shakes hands with Habersham after their victory.

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LCHS volleyball picks up three big wins

Cannon Crompton
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Lumpkin County High School varsity volleyball played four games and earned three wins against Habersham Central, Cedar Shoals and region opponent, Gilmer. Their only loss last week was to region opponent Wesleyan. On Tuesday, Sept.
The Lumpkin County defense held Hart County to just 10 points in the Indians’ victory on Friday.

The Lumpkin County defense held Hart County to just 10 points in the Indians’ victory on Friday.

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Lumpkin football topples Hart County in 30-10 win

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
The Lumpkin County High School football team took on Hart County in a home game this week and came away with a 30-10 victory. Lumpkin moved to 4-0 on the season following the big game and are now ranked 10th in the AJC AAA State Rankings for the first time since 1967.
The Lumpkin County Middle School volleyball team celebrates with their new Mountain League Championship trophy.

The Lumpkin County Middle School volleyball team celebrates with their new Mountain League Championship trophy.

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Middle School Volleyball wins League Championship

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
It was a successful season for the Lumpkin Middle School volleyball teams, as the Lady Indians competed in their championship tournament this week and brought home a new championship trophy.
Morgan Powell, right, and Mary Richardson attempt to make a block at the net.

Morgan Powell, right, and Mary Richardson attempt to make a block at the net.

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LCHS volleyball team picks up win over Rabun

Cannon Crompton
Thursday, September 14, 2023
On Tuesday, Sept. 5, Lumpkin County varsity volleyball battled two opponents, earning a win against Rabun County, but falling to Banks County. In their first match, the Lady Indians defeated Rabun County 2-0. Lumpkin took the first set 25-17 and the second set 25-19.
Lumpkin rider Kit Norton prepares to hit the trail in her race. (Photo courtesy of Jesse Turk)

Lumpkin rider Kit Norton prepares to hit the trail in her race. (Photo courtesy of Jesse Turk)

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Lumpkin mountain bike team sees success at beginning of season

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Getting their season underway on Sept. 9, the Lumpkin County Mountain Bike team traveled to Millidgeville to compete in the Battle of Bartram race. Head Coach Bennett Norton was very impressed with how the team performed during the event.
Lumpkin quarterback Cal Faulkner delivers a pass in last week’s 47-7 victory for the Indians over Franklin County.

Lumpkin quarterback Cal Faulkner delivers a pass in last week’s 47-7 victory for the Indians over Franklin County.

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LCHS football tops Franklin 47-7 on the road

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Continuing their run towards what they hope to be another great season, the Lumpkin County varsity football team hit the road to Franklin County last week. The Indians showed up big, dominating the Lions 47-7.  Head Coach Heath Webb felt the team played a great game against Region 8-AAA Franklin.