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Head Coach Cherokee Bell (right photo) meets with her infield during Tuesday’s contest. (Photos by Scoggins)

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8AAA slate arrives for Lady Lions

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

By Shane Scoggins Publisher The Region 8AAA fastpitch softball schedule begins Aug. 31 for the Franklin County Lady Lions. Franklin will look to build on a successful start to the season and continue its regular-season dominance of the region.

Eighth grader Kendaus Burtch runs through would-be Stephens County tacklers in the Franklin County Middle School Cubs’ season opening win Thursday at Jeff Davis Field at Ed Bryant Stadium. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Defending champion Cubs dominate Stephens 24-0

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

By Shane Scoggins Publisher The Franklin County Middle School Cubs picked up the 2023 football season last week where the team left off in 2022. The defending region champion Cubs defeated Stephens County 24-0 Thursday at Jeff Davis Field at Ed Bryant Stadium to open their season.

The Franklin County Lady Lion volleyball team has picked up two victories early in its 2023 season. Avery Burton (No. 11) blocks an East Jackson shot during the contest. (Photos by Scoggins)

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Franklin volleyball squad 2-2 to open schedule

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

By Shane Scoggins Publisher The Franklin County Lady Lion volleyball team has picked up two victories early in its 2023 season. The team is 2-2 after its first pair of dual matches. Franklin opened the season Thursday with a split of matches with East Jackson and Commerce.

Franklin County’s Karson Johnson beats the tag with a slide into third base Tuesday in the Lady Lions’ home opener against Elbert County. (Photos by Scoggins)

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No. 6 Franklin Fastpitch now 6-0

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

By Shane Scoggins Publisher The Franklin County Lady Lions softball team is still perfect on the season and have already shown they can win any kind of game.

Alejandra Sanchez-Navarro, pictured in action last season, is one of five seniors that will be counted on for leadership for a young group in 2023.

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New coaches lead young group of volleyball Lions

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023

By Shane Scoggins Publisher The Franklin County High School volleyball program is getting a fresh start in 2023 with a pair of new coaches and a young roster. Head Coach Amber Adams is taking over the program from founding Coach Michael Ritcey. Tykia Thompson is the program’s new JV coach.

Franklin County’s cross country teams is looking to build on a strong 2022 season with a host of returning runners in 2023.

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Photos from the Lunch & Learn 8/9

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023

By Shane Scoggins Publisher Franklin County’s cross country teams is looking to build on a strong 2022 season with a host of returning runners in 2023. Franklin’s squad were a force on the region and state level in 2022.

Lady Lion seniors Madison Bryston, Karson Johnson, Saniya Heard and Anzley Smith will be looked on for leadership for the 2023 Franklin Fastpitch team.

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Lady Lions look to add to legacy as top program

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

By Shane Scoggins Publisher The first official pitch of the 2023 Franklin Fastpitch softball season will be thrown Saturday in a tournament in Augusta. The Lady Lions, firmly established as one of the strongest programs in the state after years of success, is looking to add to that legacy.

Jet skis and personal water craft sped over the waters of Lake Hartwell Saturday and Sunday, spraying water and thrilling fans during the 2023 Liqui Moly Pro Watercross National Championship Tour stop at Tugaloo State Park.

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Pro Watercross makes a splash in Lavonia stop

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

LAVONIA – The 2023 Liqui Moly Pro Watercross National Championship Tour made its annual stop on Lake Hartwell Saturday and Sunday at the Tugaloo State Park Megaramp in Lavonia. Watercross is similar to motocross, except on water with personal watercraft or jet skis.

Four Franklin County Lion Baseball players were named to the Class AAA All-State Team by the Georgia Dugout Club.

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Lions named to All-State baseball squad

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

Four Franklin County Lion Baseball players were named to the Class AAA All-State Team by the Georgia Dugout Club. Senior Dee Oliver and sophomore Ty Peeples were named to the All-State first team. Senior Garrett Garner and freshman Easton Gailey were named to the second team.

High-speed racing on the waters of Lake Hartwell will return with the 2023 Liqui Moly Pro Watercross National Championship Tour stop at Tugaloo State Park Saturday and Sunday. The tour’s last stop at Tugaloo was in 2021 (above).

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Pro Watercross returns to Tugaloo this weekend

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Pro Watercross is coming back to Tugaloo State Park. The 2023 Liqui Moly Pro Watercross National Championship Tour will stop July 22-23 at the Tugaloo State Park Megaramp in Lavonia. Watercross is similar to motocross, except on water with personal watercraft or jet skis.