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Freshman Jordan Thomas (92) is a Georgia defensive lineman to watch in Saturday’s scrimmage. COURTESY OF UGA ATHLETICS

Freshman Jordan Thomas (92) is a Georgia defensive lineman to watch in Saturday’s scrimmage. COURTESY OF UGA ATHLETICS

Storylines to follow for Georgia’s G-Day scrimmage

Georgia wrapped up spring practices this week ahead of Saturday’s annual G-Day scrimmage at Sanford Stadium. The Bulldogs will split up into two teams – Red and Black – for their final scrimmage of the spring.
New Lady Hounds coach Takeo Gray

New Lady Hounds coach Takeo Gray

Greyhounds hire new basketball coaches

The Greyhounds and Lady Greyhounds have their new head basketball coaches. Both hires were announced Tuesday night with Takeo Gray being tapped as the Lady Greyhounds' head coach with Willie Reese taking the helm for the Greyhounds.Gray's arrival will be a homecoming.
Clifton Ridge wins conference title

Clifton Ridge wins conference title

Clifton Ridge wins conference title

Clifton Ridge Middle School got multiple pitchers to step up in key moments last week. The result was a MGMSAL conference title to finish the season with a 15-1 record.The Cougars began the conference’s postseason last week in the semifinal against Gray Station.
Greyhounds sweep Dutchtown to close in on postseason spot

Greyhounds sweep Dutchtown to close in on postseason spot

Greyhounds sweep Dutchtown to close in on postseason spot

An upper hand was there for the taking in the race for a postseason spot last week on the baseball diamond. After sweeping three games from Dutchtown, that advantage belongs to the Greyhounds after outlasting the Bulldogs each time.

Boys track grabs pair of meet wins, Lady Hounds second

When this week’s spring break wraps up, Jones County’s track & field teams will have just two meets to go before the all-important region meet to qualify for the sectionals.Both teams did their best to put as much momentum in their corner last week.
Hounds show tenacity all the way to season’s final seconds

Hounds show tenacity all the way to season’s final seconds

Hounds show tenacity all the way to season’s final seconds

The Greyhounds soccer season came to an end Thursday night, and it was arguably in a manner that was a nutshell of Jones County’s season.JCHS dug its heels in against Ola. After falling behind in the first half, the Greyhounds fought to stay within distance of the lead.
Remembering former Bulldog Nat Dye

Remembering former Bulldog Nat Dye

Remembering former Bulldog Nat Dye

Blythe – dating back to colonial times, this rural community of 744 hardworking folks has been anchored amid farming and agribusiness interests along with hunting and fishing pursuits.It is 10 miles southwest of Ft.
Senior baseball Hounds

Senior baseball Hounds

Senior baseball Hounds

Jones County baseball’s senior Greyhounds were recognized in front of family and friends. They include Cohen Barfield (above), Marlin Mills (below left) and Colin Evans
Caroline Barfield’s 9.3 score in the floor routine was a team and season-high mark on Saturday. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Caroline Barfield’s 9.3 score in the floor routine was a team and season-high mark on Saturday. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Gym Hounds win first, set season-high in home finale

The Gym Hounds hosted their final home meet of the season on Saturday and found a way to do so with style.Jones County posted a season-high score of 99.35 to win first, beating McDonough, Washington County and Colquitt County.