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K.J. Jones’ name will be in the Emmanuel University basketball record book for a long time, but Jones will also graduate magna cum laude with a business degree. (Photos courtesy of Emmanuel University)

K.J. Jones’ name will be in the Emmanuel University basketball record book for a long time, but Jones will also graduate magna cum laude with a business degree. (Photos courtesy of Emmanuel University)

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Emmanuel’s Jones eyes next step on journey to NBA

News Staff
Thursday, March 21, 2024
By Charlie Eavenson Staff Writer   FRANKLIN SPRINGS – Remember this name, Kelvin Jones II, better known simply as K.J.  For the past five years, Franklin County has been home to someone who may someday become a household name, similar to LeBron or Kobe.
Lions catcher Will Dodd tags a Hart County runner out just before his hand reaches the plate in Region 8AAA action Thursday in Hartwell. Franklin swept a doubleheader with the Bulldogs to finish a sweep of the three-game series. (Photos by Scoggins)

Lions catcher Will Dodd tags a Hart County runner out just before his hand reaches the plate in Region 8AAA action Thursday in Hartwell. Franklin swept a doubleheader with the Bulldogs to finish a sweep of the three-game series. (Photos by Scoggins)

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Into the stretch

News Staff
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   The rest of March will be filled with important games for the Franklin County Lion baseball team. The Lions faces back-to-back three-game series with Region 8AAA opponents fighting for playoff position.
Lady Lion Haleigh Beard takes a penalty kick against Hart County Friday. Beard and the Lady Lions will play to keep their playoff hopes alive Tuesday against Stephens County at FCHS. (Photo by Benjamin London of The Hartwell Sun)

Lady Lion Haleigh Beard takes a penalty kick against Hart County Friday. Beard and the Lady Lions will play to keep their playoff hopes alive Tuesday against Stephens County at FCHS. (Photo by Benjamin London of The Hartwell Sun)

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Playoff hopes on the line for soccer squads against Stephens Tuesday

News Staff
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   State playoff berths could be on the line Tuesday when the Franklin County soccer teams host rival Stephens County for  Senior Night at Jeff Davis Field at Ed Bryant Stadium.
Franklin County High School senior D.J. Seymour (center) won a Georgia State Golf Association Junior Tour event Sunday at The Creek at Hard Labor golf course in Social Circle.

Franklin County High School senior D.J. Seymour (center) won a Georgia State Golf Association Junior Tour event Sunday at The Creek at Hard Labor golf course in Social Circle.

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Seymour wins GSGA Junior event

News Staff
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Franklin County High School senior D.J. Seymour (center) won a Georgia State Golf Association Junior Tour event Sunday at The Creek at Hard Labor golf course in Social Circle.
No. 1 singles player Olivia Phillips returns a ball in action Thursday against Stephens County.

No. 1 singles player Olivia Phillips returns a ball in action Thursday against Stephens County.

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Lions, Lady Lions to host final home match today

News Staff
Thursday, March 14, 2024
From staff reports   The Franklin County Lion and Lady Lion tennis teams will wrap up their home schedules today against Hebron Christian at the courts at FCHS. Matches will begin at 4 p.m. The teams hosted Stephens County last week for Senior Night ceremonies.
Ty Peeples swings at a pitch in a game earlier this season against Madison County.

Ty Peeples swings at a pitch in a game earlier this season against Madison County.

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Lions draw even in 8AAA with consecutive wins

News Staff
Thursday, March 14, 2024
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   One week ago, the Franklin County Lions suffered their first two losses of the season. The worst part was that those losses came in their first two games of Region 8AAA play, meaning the Lions started region play behind.
Lady Lion Brooke Davitt splits defenders during action against Hebron Christian Thursday at Jeff Davis Field at Ed Bryant Stadium. (Photos by Scoggins)

Lady Lion Brooke Davitt splits defenders during action against Hebron Christian Thursday at Jeff Davis Field at Ed Bryant Stadium. (Photos by Scoggins)

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Soccer squads to take on Hart Friday

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   Franklin County soccer’s march through the Region 8AAA part of the schedule will continue Friday at Hart County.
Easton Gailey and Luke Beasley (above) catch a Hebron runner in a rundown during Region 8AAA action Monday at FCHS.

Easton Gailey and Luke Beasley (above) catch a Hebron runner in a rundown during Region 8AAA action Monday at FCHS.

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Lions seek to salvage win at Hebron

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   The Franklin County Lion baseball team will try to avenge its first two losses of the season and dig itself out a hole in the region standings today in Dacula.
Lion senior Keilin Sanders (seated center) is pictured with his family – father Lyles Sanders, mother Crystal Sanders and brother Talon Sanders – and coaches from Franklin County High School, Franklin County Middle School and travel ball team Line Drive Academy during his signing ceremony Monday at FCHS. (Photo by Scoggins)

Lion senior Keilin Sanders (seated center) is pictured with his family – father Lyles Sanders, mother Crystal Sanders and brother Talon Sanders – and coaches from Franklin County High School, Franklin County Middle School and travel ball team Line Drive Academy during his signing ceremony Monday at FCHS. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Lion senior Sanders signs to play for Lee Flames

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   Franklin County Lion senior Keilin Sanders will take the diamond for the Lee University Flames next season. A signing ceremony was held Monday for Sanders as he made his commitment to Lee, located in Cleveland, Tenn., official.
Will Cary delivers a pitch against Madison County Monday in a Franklin County victory.

Will Cary delivers a pitch against Madison County Monday in a Franklin County victory.

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Lions unbeaten as region play looms

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   The games will become much more important for the Franklin County Lions come Tuesday. The No. 3-ranked Lions will host Hebron Christian Academy at 5:55 p.m. at FCHS for the Region 8AAA opener.