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Gavin Wells powers through a would-be tackle on his way to one of his three touchdowns against Habersham County Oct. 12 at Ed Bryant Stadium. (Photo by Scoggins)

Gavin Wells powers through a would-be tackle on his way to one of his three touchdowns against Habersham County Oct. 12 at Ed Bryant Stadium. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Cubs’ title shot

News Staff
Thursday, October 20, 2022
From staff reports   The Franklin County Middle School Cubs will play for the region football championship today at 6 p.m. at Jeff Davis Field at Ed Bryant Stadium. The Cubs will face Hart County for the title. It’s the second year in a row that FCMS will play for the NEGIAA championship.
Lady Lion Journey Roberts makes a catch for an out over teammate (and sister) Lenox Roberts during the Region 8AAA tournament against Oconee County Oct. 12. (Photo by Scoggins)

Lady Lion Journey Roberts makes a catch for an out over teammate (and sister) Lenox Roberts during the Region 8AAA tournament against Oconee County Oct. 12. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Lady Lions face No. 1 Wesleyan in state opener

News Staff
Thursday, October 20, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   The Franklin County Lady Lions will travel to Norcross today to continue their efforts to make the state fastpitch softball Elite Eight in Columbus. Franklin goes into the state’s super regional as the No. 4 seed from Region 8AAA.
The Franklin County Lady Lions cross country team is seeded No. 2 for the Region 8AAA meet, which will be held Saturday in Bogart.

The Franklin County Lady Lions cross country team is seeded No. 2 for the Region 8AAA meet, which will be held Saturday in Bogart.

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FCHS runners to compete at region meet

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Thursday, October 20, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   The Franklin County High School cross country teams will run Saturday in the Region 8AAA meet in Bogart. The Lions and Lady Lions will each look to qualify for the state meet by finishing in the top four in the team standings.
Hayden McGee and her fellow Lady Lions earned a spot in the state playoffs by winning the Region 8AAA regular season championship with a 9-1 record. (Photo by Scoggins)

Hayden McGee and her fellow Lady Lions earned a spot in the state playoffs by winning the Region 8AAA regular season championship with a 9-1 record. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Lady Lions to seek Elite Eight in super regional

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   Franklin Fastpitch will begin play next week in one of eight Class AAA super regional tournaments to earn a berth in the Elite Eight tournament in Columbus.
Assistant Coach Ann Bowman presents Heather Woods with a shadow box honoring late Coach Bill “Woody” Woods Saturday during the Pridelands Invitational. (Photo by Scoggins)

Assistant Coach Ann Bowman presents Heather Woods with a shadow box honoring late Coach Bill “Woody” Woods Saturday during the Pridelands Invitational. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Honoring Woody: Pridelands Invitational dedicated in memory of late assistant coach

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   Saturday was perfect for cross country running. There was a little chill in the air as the morning sun peaked out from behind clouds to burn off the mist.
Alejandra Sanchez knocks the ball back over the net in action against Athens Christian Thursday in Carnesville. (Photo by Scoggins)

Alejandra Sanchez knocks the ball back over the net in action against Athens Christian Thursday in Carnesville. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Volleyball squad on road for 8AAA tournament

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   The Franklin County Lady Lions volleyball team will travel to Dacula today to compete in the Region 8AAA tournament to earn a berth in the state playoffs. Franklin, the No. 6 team in the 8AAA standings, will face third-place Hebron Christian Academy at 5 p.m.
Robbie Woods led the Franklin County Lions in Saturday’s high school boys’ varsity race at the Bill Woods Pridelands Invitational.

Robbie Woods led the Franklin County Lions in Saturday’s high school boys’ varsity race at the Bill Woods Pridelands Invitational.

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Franklin teams run strong in Pridelands

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   Running on their home course in an event named for a beloved former coach, Franklin County’s cross country teams had very strong showings Saturday in the Bill Woods Pridelands Invitational in Carnesville.
The Franklin County Marching Pride Band won first place in its class for band and majorettes, among other honors at the Blue Ridge Marching Festival Saturday in Fannin County. (Photo by Scoggins)

The Franklin County Marching Pride Band won first place in its class for band and majorettes, among other honors at the Blue Ridge Marching Festival Saturday in Fannin County. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Marching Pride on display

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   The trophy case in the Franklin County High School band room got a little more crowded Saturday. The Franklin County High School Marching Pride Band brought home five trophies and high ratings from the Blue Ridge Mountain Marching Festival in Fannin County.
Lion Dee Oliver (No. 7) wrestles a Stephens County receiver to the ground. (Photo by Scoggins)

Lion Dee Oliver (No. 7) wrestles a Stephens County receiver to the ground. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Lions get week off before region's final stretch

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   The Franklin County Lions will have their final open week of the season Friday as they prepare for the final three Region 8AAA games of the season. There won’t be an easy game in the bunch, as the Lions host Hebron Christian Academy Oct.