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Jontavion “Jo Jo” Hughes goes up for a shot in the midst of four of the five East Jackson Eagles on the floor during Tuesday’s 63-34 Franklin County victory. (Photo by Scoggins)

Jontavion “Jo Jo” Hughes goes up for a shot in the midst of four of the five East Jackson Eagles on the floor during Tuesday’s 63-34 Franklin County victory. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Securing second: FCHS clinches state berth, No. 2 seed in 8AAA tourney

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Thursday, February 10, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   The Franklin County Lions have secured a spot in the state playoffs by clinching second-place in Region 8AAA. Franklin notched region wins over Oconee County Friday and East Jackson Tuesday to clinch second place in the region with one game left on the schedule.
Teammates swarm Lady Lion Kayleigh Chappell after the senior made a buzzer-beating layup to tie the game in regulation Tuesday against East Jackson. The Lady Lions defeated the No. 6 Lady Eagles 55-47 in overtime. (Photo by Scoggins)

Teammates swarm Lady Lion Kayleigh Chappell after the senior made a buzzer-beating layup to tie the game in regulation Tuesday against East Jackson. The Lady Lions defeated the No. 6 Lady Eagles 55-47 in overtime. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Lady Lions get signature win over No. 6 East Jackson

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Thursday, February 10, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   The Franklin County Lady Lions have come close to beating one of the top three teams in Region 8AAA on several occasions this season. On Tuesday night in Carnesville, the Franklin girls broke through with a 55-47 overtime win over East Jackson, the No.
Kenly Eavenson, shown in action earlier this season, took first place at 120 pounds in the state sectional Saturday in Bremen and will advance to the state championships that begin today in Macon.

Kenly Eavenson, shown in action earlier this season, took first place at 120 pounds in the state sectional Saturday in Bremen and will advance to the state championships that begin today in Macon.

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Six Lions advance to Macon for state

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Thursday, February 10, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   Six Franklin County wrestlers will compete for state championships beginning today in Macon.
The Franklin County Middle School seventh grade Cubs basketball team won the NEGIAA region championship Saturday at Elbert County Middle School. The Cubs, the No. 2 seed going into the tournament, defeated Hart County 53-51 in overtime to claim the title. (Photo by Rose Scoggins)

The Franklin County Middle School seventh grade Cubs basketball team won the NEGIAA region championship Saturday at Elbert County Middle School. The Cubs, the No. 2 seed going into the tournament, defeated Hart County 53-51 in overtime to claim the title. (Photo by Rose Scoggins)

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7th grade Cubs win region championship

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Thursday, February 3, 2022
From staff reports   Franklin County Middle School’s boys basketball teams claimed a NEGIAA region championship and a runner-up trophy Saturday in Elberton. The seventh grade Cubs defeated Hart County 53-51 in overtime to claim the region championship.
Dane Burton drives toward the basket in a win over Monroe Area Tuesday in Carnesville. (Photo by Scoggins)

Dane Burton drives toward the basket in a win over Monroe Area Tuesday in Carnesville. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Lions' win sets up showdown with Oconee for second place

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Thursday, February 3, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   A first-round bye in the Region 8AAA tournament is within reach of the Franklin County Lions with just three regular season games remaining. After Tuesday’s 64-46 win over Monroe Area in Carnesville, the Lions are tied for second place in the region standings.
Ny’Kerriah Brown dribbles down court Tuesday in the Lady Lions’ dominant win over Monroe Area. (Photo by Scoggins)

Ny’Kerriah Brown dribbles down court Tuesday in the Lady Lions’ dominant win over Monroe Area. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Lady Lions to end regular season with three top teams

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Thursday, February 3, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   After a pair of dominating wins, Franklin County Lady Lion Coach Chad Bridges said Tuesday he feels his team has the ability to compete for a region championship. “I think we can play with anybody in the region,” Bridges said.
Cam Maxwell wraps a pass around an Oconee County defender to teammate David Witcher during action last week in the Lions’ Den. (Photo by Scoggins)

Cam Maxwell wraps a pass around an Oconee County defender to teammate David Witcher during action last week in the Lions’ Den. (Photo by Scoggins)

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In the hunt for top seed: Lions in thick of race for lead in 8AAA

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Thursday, January 27, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   The Franklin County Lions have shown they intend to be in the thick of the race for a top seed in the Region 8AAA tournament.
Bailey Aderholdt looks to drive against Oconee County opponents in a game last week in Carnesville. (Photo by Scoggins)

Bailey Aderholdt looks to drive against Oconee County opponents in a game last week in Carnesville. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Top 10 teams challenged by Lady Lions

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Thursday, January 27, 2022
By Shane Scoggins Publisher   Matchups against two Top 10 teams ended with losses for the Franklin County Lady Lions last week. But the Lady Lions proved they can compete with those teams. Franklin fell 54-45 to No. 8 Oconee County Jan. 19 in Carnesville.