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The Greyhounds cash in early to register a tackle behind the line of scrimmage against Northside. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

The Greyhounds cash in early to register a tackle behind the line of scrimmage against Northside. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

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Eagles rally past Greyhounds in Kickoff Classic

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Early in the second half on a sultry Saturday afternoon at Mercer University’s Five Star Stadium, history appeared to be repeating itself in the Macon Touchdown Club Middle Georgia Kickoff Classic.
Kamryn Hardwick goes up to spike the ball against Mary Persons. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Kamryn Hardwick goes up to spike the ball against Mary Persons. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

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Another First

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Volley Hounds get historic win against Mary Persons A few weeks ago during Jones County’s media day, a stated goal for the Volley Hounds seniors was to do something they had not yet done since playing their first match in 2020 – beat Mary Persons.
Kimber Kent (14) settles under a pop fly to get the out against Ace. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Kimber Kent (14) settles under a pop fly to get the out against Ace. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

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Lady Hounds even record with two blowouts and a thriller

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
After three games in as many days to begin the season, the Lady Greyhounds had a few days of practice to make adjustments and tweak some things. To say that it paid off is an understatement.
The Greyhounds will have the luxury of another quarterback on the roster, Devin Edmonds, who has seen game experience. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

The Greyhounds will have the luxury of another quarterback on the roster, Devin Edmonds, who has seen game experience. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

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Greyhounds anchored by enormous senior class

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
It’s not hard for Greyhounds head coach Mike Chastain to point to what should be a strength of this year’s team. Coming off an early postseason exit than has been the custom in recent years, the Greyhounds will look to a group heavy of experience to lead on and off the field. How many seniors?
Tyler Stewart led the Greyhounds in receiving touchdowns last year. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Tyler Stewart led the Greyhounds in receiving touchdowns last year. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

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Greyhounds have plenty of options at receiver

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
There’s a strong assumption that throwing the football will be plentiful for the Greyhounds this fall. Three seasons in a row of more than 2,100 passing yards backs that expectation up.

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Sporting events

News Staff
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Want to add an event? Send it to us! >> sports@jcnews.com Softball: Aug. 24, at Dutchtown 5:30 p.m. Volleyball: Aug. 24, vs. Perry and Veterans, at Perry, 5 p.m. Middle School Softball: Aug. 24, Clifton Ridge vs. Lamar County, 5 p.m. B Team Football: Aug. 24, at Northside C Team Football: Aug.

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SPORTS BRIEFS

News Staff
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Clifton Ridge Middle beats Pike County; Gray Station falls short The football season is underway for both Gray Station Middle School and Clifton Ridge Middle School. Clifton Ridge Middle took a win last week against Pike County, winning 28-8.
The Greyhounds celebrate after outrunning the competetion at Saturday’s Into The Trail Invitational at Locust Grove. CONTRIBUTED

The Greyhounds celebrate after outrunning the competetion at Saturday’s Into The Trail Invitational at Locust Grove. CONTRIBUTED

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Thornton sets record as Hounds dominate

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Lady Hounds finish second If there was any doubt about how Jones County would begin the season following arguably the best overall season in program history, that was answered in force at Saturday’s Into The Trail Invitational at Locust Grove.
Allie Miller applies the tag to get the out at home against the Bears. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Allie Miller applies the tag to get the out at home against the Bears. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

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Lady Hounds embracing challenge of tough schedule

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
The Lady Greyhounds earlyseason opponents have at least a common thread in that each of them figures to either contend for or make it to Columbus in October for a spot in the Elite Eight.
Strengths, weaknesses tested against Buford

Strengths, weaknesses tested against Buford

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Strengths, weaknesses tested against Buford

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
BUFORD – Eyes of football observers across the state, especially with rooting interest in the University of Georgia, were probably trained on Friday’s scrimmage between the Greyhounds and Buford.
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