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Former Greyhound Javious Bond saw time at running back during Mercer’s spring game. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Former Greyhound Javious Bond saw time at running back during Mercer’s spring game. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Former Hound plays key role as Mercer wraps up spring practice

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Mercer wrapped up its first spring practice under new head coach Joel Taylor on April 4 at Five Star Stadium with the defensive side of the ball winning 66-43 as a specialized scoring system was used.
The Greyhounds host Ola for a home match on Thursday. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

The Greyhounds host Ola for a home match on Thursday. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Greyhounds drop first nine-hole match of season

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
With spring break complete, the Greyhound golfers returned to the course on Monday. Taking on FPD, the Greyhounds suffered their first loss of the season in a nine-hole match, falling to the Vikings, who shot a 138.

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
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Kamiyah Adams led the Lady Hounds in scoring with 19 points per game. FILE PHOTO

Kamiyah Adams led the Lady Hounds in scoring with 19 points per game. FILE PHOTO

Norris, Adams receive all-state accolades

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Accolades have rolled in for the Lady Greyhounds on the basketball court following their season in which JCHS advanced to the state semifinals.
Mayhem forward Michael Herrera directs the puck up the ice during Thursday’s first-round playoff game. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Mayhem forward Michael Herrera directs the puck up the ice during Thursday’s first-round playoff game. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Mayhem season ends with first postseason trip since 2021

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
The Macon Mayhem’s most successful season in five years came to an end over the weekend as Macon was swept by top-seeded Peoria in the best-of-three opening round of the SPHL President’s Cup Playoffs.
Landen Wilson came along in relief for the Greyhounds in Friday’s win. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Landen Wilson came along in relief for the Greyhounds in Friday’s win. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

MERCY! Greyhounds drop hammer on McDonough in pair of shutout wins

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
With the season moving towards its endpoint ahead of the state playoffs, the Greyhounds are locked into fourth place in the region standings with just two region games against ELCA remaining after spring break.
Jackson Durden fights for possession of the ball against Hampton. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Jackson Durden fights for possession of the ball against Hampton. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Greyhounds wrap up region play

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Region play ended for the Greyhounds last week with continued forward progress being shown for a team with only one senior. Jones County’s 3-1 loss to Eagles Landing on Thursday was their second loss by a two-goal margin in three contests, their best showing in that span of matches all season long.
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