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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.
The Lumpkin County boys tennis team pauses for a moment following their game against Savannah Country Day School. (Photo submitted to The Nugget)

The Lumpkin County boys tennis team pauses for a moment following their game against Savannah Country Day School. (Photo submitted to The Nugget)

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Tennis team’s historic season comes to end in Final Four

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
The Lumpkin Tennis team competed in two matches in the GHSA Class AAA State Playoffs. The squad’s first match of the week saw them travel to Morgan County, where they were able to come away with a big win that earned them a spot in the Final Four for the first time in school history.
Lumpkin County’s Nicolas Esqueda was named Region 7-AAA Player of the year.

Lumpkin County’s Nicolas Esqueda was named Region 7-AAA Player of the year.

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Lumpkin soccer earns All-Region honors

Cannon Crompton
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
A total of 13 girls players and nine boys players on the Lumpkin County High School soccer teams were recently awarded 7-AAA All-region honors in first team. Nicolas Esqueda was named Player of the Year after 17 goals and six assists in 14 matches this season.
Lumpkin County High School girls golf team

Lumpkin County High School girls golf team

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Lumpkin golf competes in Area Tourney at UGA

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
The Lumpkin golf team saw Junior Jac Chambers and Sophomore Nicole Sandberg put up great performances at the GHSA Area Tournament. Chambers and Sandburg have proven to be crucial to the success of the golf team this season.