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NGG Softball coach Quentin Sears motivates his team following the teams first victory of the tournament, that earned them a second seed standing going into the remainder of games for the event.

NGG Softball coach Quentin Sears motivates his team following the teams first victory of the tournament, that earned them a second seed standing going into the remainder of games for the event.

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Travel softball team returns to Dalton tournament against tough opponents

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
The North Georgia Girls (NGG) travel softball team from Lumpkin returned to Dalton this weekend to compete in another tournament that saw some tough competition. The team started at a disadvantage, needing more players and had to bring in a few from their 12U program.
Lumpkin athletes (from left) Lexi Pierce, Kate Jackson, Mary Mullinax, and Nicole Limehouse all earned college scholarships.

Lumpkin athletes (from left) Lexi Pierce, Kate Jackson, Mary Mullinax, and Nicole Limehouse all earned college scholarships.

Senior athletes sign college scholarships

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Several Lumpkin athletes signed to play at the collegiate level following their successful seasons at LCHS. Nicole Limehouse, Mary Mullinax, Lexi Pierce, and Kate Jackson put pen to paper this school year as they set their sights on working toward a bright future.
Lumpkin’s Austin Marshall took a sixth-place finish in the freestyle event.

Lumpkin’s Austin Marshall took a sixth-place finish in the freestyle event.

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Lumpkin wrestlers compete in Southeast Regionals

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Lumpkin wrestlers had the opportunity to compete in the South-East Regional Championships over the weekend. They represented the county and the state against some of the best competitors in the southeastern region of the U.S.
Mathiel Mendoza steps into the batter’s box and keeps her eye on the opposing pitcher.

Mathiel Mendoza steps into the batter’s box and keeps her eye on the opposing pitcher.

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Travel softball teams compete in Dalton tournament

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
The North Georgia Girls (NGG) softball program consists of several travel softball teams based out of Lumpkin County with the goal of giving opportunities to local athletes at a more affordable price.
Lumpkin County senior Natalie Shubert celebrates her college signing along with her family and coaches.

Lumpkin County senior Natalie Shubert celebrates her college signing along with her family and coaches.

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Shubert will continue softball career with Brenau University

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
The ultimate goal for most highschool athletes is having the opportunity to sign with a college team, and have the opportunity to continue their on field careers past high school.
Walker Grizzle and Cooper McDonald show off their catches following a successful tournament on the water.

Walker Grizzle and Cooper McDonald show off their catches following a successful tournament on the water.

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Lumpkin fishing team takes second in championship tournament

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Lumpkin fishermen Cooper McDonald and Walker Grizzle competed in the Star Championship fishing tournament and came away with a second place finish for the event. The team also earned the coveted Anglers of the Year Award. The duo caught 18.
Lumpkin wrestlers gather together following their very successful meet.

Lumpkin wrestlers gather together following their very successful meet.

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Wrestlers advance to Southeast Regionals

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
A total of six Lumpkin athletes qualified for Fargo, North Dakota and advanced to the Southeast Regionals this week following some tough competition in both Greco and Freestyle events.
The Lumpkin County defense lines up against the North Cobb Christian offense in the spring game on Friday night.

The Lumpkin County defense lines up against the North Cobb Christian offense in the spring game on Friday night.

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Lumpkin football finds spring game success

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
The LCHS football team picked back up right where they left off last year, as they hosted North Cobb Christian School for their spring game Friday night. The Indians were able to come away with a 49-6 victory over the Eagles.
Head Coach William Mayfield, Assistant Coach Teri Hilchie, Wyatt Windham, and Assistant Coach Scott Mildenhall celebrate Lumpkin’s historic season together.

Head Coach William Mayfield, Assistant Coach Teri Hilchie, Wyatt Windham, and Assistant Coach Scott Mildenhall celebrate Lumpkin’s historic season together.

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Track athletes represent Lumpkin at State

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
The Lumpkin track season came to an exciting conclusion last week, as two of Lumpkin’s own competed against some of the best athletes in the state. Kaylee Caldwell and Wyatt Windham both came away with exceptional performances that led to some of the best placements in school history.
Lumpkin’s Harper Davenport (left) and Alejandro Narvaez earned First Team All-Region honors this season.

Lumpkin’s Harper Davenport (left) and Alejandro Narvaez earned First Team All-Region honors this season.

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Lumpkin baseball players earn All-Region honors

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
The Lumpkin baseball team had several athletes earn 7-AAA All-Region honors following a great season. The team’s overall performance saw great improvement under the leadership of new Head Coach Ryan Zaideman.