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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

Brad Harrison
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
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.
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

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
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.
Baseball seniors recognized before final home game

Baseball seniors recognized before final home game

Baseball seniors recognized before final home game

News Staff
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
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.

sporting events

News Staff
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Want to add an event? Send it to us! >> sports@jcnews.com Girls Tennis: April 17, state tournament, first round vs. Flowery Branch, 3:30 p.m.
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

News Staff
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
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.
Tennis teams compete in state tournament

Tennis teams compete in state tournament

Tennis teams compete in state tournament

Brad Harrison
Monday, April 14, 2025
It's state tournament time this week for the Jones County tennis teams.The Greyhounds, who finished third in Region 2-AAAA, will play Wednesday at East Forsyth with the Lady Hounds, fresh off a region tournament title, hosting Flowery Branch at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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