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Golf splits with Lamar County

Jones County split a home match last Thursday against Lamar County as the Lady Hounds’ 113 score was seven lower than that of the Trojans, with the Greyhounds’ round of 165 being eight above that of Lamar County.
Future Hounds welcomed at rising-ninth-grade combine

Future Hounds welcomed at rising-ninth-grade combine

Future Hounds welcomed at rising-ninth-grade combine

Story and photos by BRAD HARRISON/StaffThe Greyhounds football coaching staff, comprised of mostly new coaches under head coach Justin Montgomery, got an early look this week at next year’s incoming freshman class.
Former JCHS two-sport star Torrez Finney remains unbeaten in his fighting career. VIA FACEBOOK

Former JCHS two-sport star Torrez Finney remains unbeaten in his fighting career. VIA FACEBOOK

Finney’s UFC path moving forward after debut victory

Before he stepped into the ring earlier this month in his UFC debut, Torrez Finney pointed out that he was glad to be able to zero in on winning.Finney has now done that, following a split-decision victory against Robert Valentin for the former JCHS two-sport standout.
Greyhounds power toward postseason with shutout of ELCA

Greyhounds power toward postseason with shutout of ELCA

Greyhounds power toward postseason with shutout of ELCA

The Greyhounds put the finishing touches on their best finish within the region in six years on Monday, coming alive in the late going to shutout ELCA 10-0 at Cecil Patterson Field.
Ryan Puglisi attempted a combined 49 passes during Saturday’s G-Day scrimmage. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Ryan Puglisi attempted a combined 49 passes during Saturday’s G-Day scrimmage. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Quarterbacks compete at G-Day

Georgia wrapped up spring practice this past Saturday with its annual G-Day scrimmage, showcasing the competition for the starting quarterback job between Gunner Stockton and Ryan Puglisi.Both Bulldog quarterbacks struggled at times, but each also made some nice plays while under center.
Zayden Walker (10) was among the defenders seeing significant time during G-Day. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Zayden Walker (10) was among the defenders seeing significant time during G-Day. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Linebackers determined to uphold Georgia standard

Few things draw the attention of college football fans during a spring game than an ongoing quarterback battle.
Baseball seniors recognized before final home game

Baseball seniors recognized before final home game

Baseball seniors recognized before final home game

The Greyhounds baseball program extended a hearty salute to its senior class prior to Monday’s final home game of the season against ELCA. Seniors were recognized prior to the first pitch along with their families. Parents of each player also threw out the game’s ceremonial first pitch.

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Georgia pitcher Destin Howard (30) during Georgia’s game against UMBC at Jack Turner Stadium in Athens Friday, Feb. 28. Laney Martin/UGAAA

Georgia pitcher Destin Howard (30) during Georgia’s game against UMBC at Jack Turner Stadium in Athens Friday, Feb. 28. Laney Martin/UGAAA

ALUMNI UPDATES

Aniya Canty continues to be part of Florida A&M’s fortunes as the Rattlers closed out the weekend with a 14-4 conference record. Her six doubles are third-best on the team and is fourth in total bases with 33.