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LCHS tight end Aaron Hopkins picks up some yards after catching a pass from Indians quarterback Tucker Kirk in the third quarter of Lumpkin’s game against White County last week.

LCHS tight end Aaron Hopkins picks up some yards after catching a pass from Indians quarterback Tucker Kirk in the third quarter of Lumpkin’s game against White County last week.

Varsity football undone by Warriors

GREG FINAN JR.
Wednesday, September 4, 2019
LCHS head football coach Caleb Sorrells is not in panic mode yet. In fact, the first-year Lumpkin football coach is staying optimistic that, given time, reps and experience, his players have what it takes to change the face of the program.
The LCHS varsity volleyball team gets pumped up before a match. The Lady Indians have won eight of their last 10 games, improving their overall record to 12-9.

The LCHS varsity volleyball team gets pumped up before a match. The Lady Indians have won eight of their last 10 games, improving their overall record to 12-9.

Varsity volleyball heats up with 8-2 week

GREG FINAN JR.
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
The Lumpkin varsity volleyball team caught fire to win eight out of their last 10 games and improve to 12-9 on the season when they fought their way past some fierce competition last week. “I am so proud of the way we competed this week,” said LCHS head volleyball coach Haley Dibble.
Indians defender Joseph Thomas celebrates after blocking a punt into the end zone. Aaron Hopkins fell on the ball for Lumpkin’s first touchdown in its season opener last Friday night.

Indians defender Joseph Thomas celebrates after blocking a punt into the end zone. Aaron Hopkins fell on the ball for Lumpkin’s first touchdown in its season opener last Friday night.

Strong start doesn't last for Lumpkin football in season opener

GREG FINAN JR.
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
When the LCHS varsity football team took a 15-0 lead on the East Jackson Eagles in the opening minutes of the first quarter of the Indians’ 2019 season opener at the Burial Grounds at Cottrell Field on Friday, August 23, it looked like the Indians were going to run away with the game.
Evee Dornhecker is mobbed by her teammates after belting a game-tying solo shot to left field during the Lady Indians' game versus East Hall.

Evee Dornhecker is mobbed by her teammates after belting a game-tying solo shot to left field during the Lady Indians' game versus East Hall.

Softball team earns good start in Region play

GREG FINAN JR.
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
The LCHS varsity softball team jumped out to a 2-1 start in Region 7-AAA play last week to improve its overall record for the 2019 season to 6-5. “This week was a very big week for our team in region play,” said LCHS head coach Joseph Jones.
The sounds of the sax were a little less melodic when Nugget sportswriter Greg Finan, Jr. took part in the Fast Start Clinic Band Camp at LCMS last Saturday. Pictured (left to right): Instructors Jenna Crawford and Chasen Wood and camp participant Bethany Dix try to avoid the noise produced by Nugget sportswriter Greg Finan, Jr. playing the alto sax.

The sounds of the sax were a little less melodic when Nugget sportswriter Greg Finan, Jr. took part in the Fast Start Clinic Band Camp at LCMS last Saturday. Pictured (left to right): Instructors Jenna Crawford and Chasen Wood and camp participant Bethany Dix try to avoid the noise produced by Nugget sportswriter Greg Finan, Jr. playing the alto sax.

Nugget Challenge - hanging with the band

GREG FINAN JR.
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
For some reason, there is no level of embarrassment too great that can keep me from continuing to accept challenges from the students of Lumpkin County. And, believe me, I have endured my fair share of embarrassing moments throughout my Nugget Challenge adventures.
Lumpkin wide receiver Brian Cunane celebrates a touchdown reception during the Indians’ 41-7 scrimmage win over Towns County at the Burial Grounds at Cottrell Field on Friday night.

Lumpkin wide receiver Brian Cunane celebrates a touchdown reception during the Indians’ 41-7 scrimmage win over Towns County at the Burial Grounds at Cottrell Field on Friday night.

Football team takes down Towns in duel of the Indians scrimmage

GREG FINAN JR.
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
The Lumpkin County High School varsity football team looked primed and ready to start the 2019 season when the Indians hosted Towns County at the Burial Grounds at Cottrell Field on Friday, August 16, for a preseason scrimmage.
Lady Indians player Victoria Crotzer gets her team a point with a powerful hit at the net.

Lady Indians player Victoria Crotzer gets her team a point with a powerful hit at the net.

Lumpkin volleyball team earns 3-1 record last week

GREG FINAN JR.
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
Taking the lessons learned versus tough competition in its first week of the season, the Lumpkin varsity volleyball team found the answers they needed on the court to record a 3-1 record last week improving their overall record to 5-7.
Lumpkin shortstop Wayne "Got Em" Gaddis turns a double play during the Miners' matchup with the Gordy Scargle Division leading Hendersonville Sluggers.

Lumpkin shortstop Wayne "Got Em" Gaddis turns a double play during the Miners' matchup with the Gordy Scargle Division leading Hendersonville Sluggers.

Tough week for local senior softball in league play

GREG FINAN JR.
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
The Seniors of Swing, Lumpkin County’s two senior softball teams the Lumpkin County Miners and the Dahlonega Gold, both suffered sweeps at the hands of their Clayton League opponents when they stepped on to the diamond last week.
Lumpkin County High School wide receiver Trey Wilkes finds space in the secondary for some extra yards after pulling in a pass from LCHS quarterback Tucker Kirk.

Lumpkin County High School wide receiver Trey Wilkes finds space in the secondary for some extra yards after pulling in a pass from LCHS quarterback Tucker Kirk.

Football team showcases new approach during Meet the Indians Night

GREG FINAN JR.
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
The 2019 high school football season will usher in a new era for the Lumpkin County Indians. And, that era will take the traditional smash mouth running attack of the Indians’ offense to the skies and through the air.