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Lumpkin County softball standout Taylor Burton signs to play for Truett McConnell University.

Lumpkin County softball standout Taylor Burton signs to play for Truett McConnell University.

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Burton announces commitment to TMU softball

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Lumpkin County High School athlete Taylor Burton has been chasing her dream of playing collegiate softball since she was nine years old, her journey began in T‑ball, where she first took the field as a third baseman. After that first season, her love for softball took hold.
Mason Hester attends his signing day surrounded by coaches, friends and family.

Mason Hester attends his signing day surrounded by coaches, friends and family.

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Hester signs with Southern Union St. baseball

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
The name Hester has become synonymous with Lumpkin County sports, from local coaches to multi‑sport athletes, chances are that if you compete in the area, you know a Hester. But the community is preparing to lose one of its standouts as he sets his sights on competing at the collegiate level.
Nolan Matthews was named Region Offensive Player of the Year after putting up 2,092 total rushing yards last season.

Nolan Matthews was named Region Offensive Player of the Year after putting up 2,092 total rushing yards last season.

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All-Region honors announced for football team

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
All-Region Honors were released for the recent football season last week, and the list was stacked with several Lumpkin County High School athletes. Sixteen Individual athletes earned the recognition after stringing together great seasons.
Emmie Kate Reese had a strong game against East Jackson with 15 points.

Emmie Kate Reese had a strong game against East Jackson with 15 points.

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Lumpkin basketball teams earn victories

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Lumpkin County High School basketball teams continue to string together strong performances. The boys team improved their undefeated record to 10-0 as the girls squad moved to 7-3. The boys toppled Pickens County 70-49, moving to 2-0 in Region Six AAA competition, and defeated East Jackson 70-56.
Lumpkin County wrestling seniors gather for a photo with their family and coaches following the match.

Lumpkin County wrestling seniors gather for a photo with their family and coaches following the match.

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Wrestling team faces rival White County on Senior Night

Eligha Roper
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Lumpkin County High School wrestling seniors took center stage last week, as the team hosted their annual Senior Night. The squad took time to honor the members of this year’s graduating class who have stepped into leadership roles for the team.
The Lumpkin County boys basketball team celebrates their historic start after defeating GAC.

The Lumpkin County boys basketball team celebrates their historic start after defeating GAC.

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Boys basketball topples GAC and improves to 8-0

Eligha Roper
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Eight is the magic number for the Lumpkin County High School basketball team. Last week, the team was able to write some history of their own following a 44-37 win over Greater Atlanta Christian. The squad improved their overall standing to 8-0 and 1-0 in Region Six AAA competition.
Jack Fugich puts in the work at one of the swim team’s recent practices.

Jack Fugich puts in the work at one of the swim team’s recent practices.

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Swimmers make a splash in heated pool

Eligha Roper
Thursday, December 18, 2025
The Lumpkin County High School swim team has been breaking in the newly installed pool heater since the start of their season. The chance at being able to practice in a local pool was a little bit murky at the start of the year.
The 14U flag football team shows off their new State Championship trophy.

The 14U flag football team shows off their new State Championship trophy.

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Local 14U flag football team wins State Championship

Eligha Roper
Thursday, December 18, 2025
The Lumpkin County 14U Parks & Rec flag football team battled their way to a State Championship victory on December 7. The team dominated their way through some of the best teams the State had to offer. In the Playoffs the squad defeated Dooly 46-8, Hall County 28-6 and in the finals Cherokee 13-0.
The Lady Indians wrestling team’s seniors celebrated their night with a win over Carrollton.

The Lady Indians wrestling team’s seniors celebrated their night with a win over Carrollton.

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Girls wrestling topples Carrollton on Senior Night

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
It was another busy week of action for the Lumpkin County High School wrestling teams as they competed in several meets, the girls team hosted their annual Senior Night, picking up a 66-18 win over Carrollton, and then competed in a duals meet at Gilmer High School.
Lumpkin County soccer senior standout Kaitlyn Johnson celebrates her college signing with her family and coaches.

Lumpkin County soccer senior standout Kaitlyn Johnson celebrates her college signing with her family and coaches.

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LCHS soccer star Johnson signs with Catawba

Eligha Roper
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Soccer is a very difficult sport in which to reach the collegiate level, plus it’s seen as a world sport, therefore the competitive nature of the recruiting process can be even more competitive.