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Drew Dotson/ The Hartwell Sun - Hannah Harris serves it up in her and Ryleigh Jordan’s doubles win over Clarke Central.

Drew Dotson/ The Hartwell Sun - Hannah Harris serves it up in her and Ryleigh Jordan’s doubles win over Clarke Central.

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Tennis teams serve up 2022 season

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
The Hart County High School tennis teams had a rough start in their first matches of the season. Both the boys and the girls team lost 4-of-5 lines against Clarke central at home on Tuesday, Feb. 15. The boys No. 2 doubles team Justin Mooney and Ethan Yntema, won in two sets, 6-0 and 6-1.
Drew Dotson/ The Hartwell Sun - Peyton Powell rounds third against Athens Christian on Feb. 15.

Drew Dotson/ The Hartwell Sun - Peyton Powell rounds third against Athens Christian on Feb. 15.

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Diamond Dogs come out swinging

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
  The Hart County High School baseball team won their first game of the 2022 season. The Diamond Dogs played the Athens Christian Eagles at home on Tuesday, Feb. 15 and won, 6-5. Peyton Powell led the team in hits with two, while  Nolan Dean had three RBIs.
Drew Dotson/ The Hartwell Sun Valasha Carter drives to the basket against Franklin County on the road.

Drew Dotson/ The Hartwell Sun Valasha Carter drives to the basket against Franklin County on the road.

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Lady Dogs lose tough final regular-season game

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
By Drew Dotson Staff writer   The Hart County girls basketball team fell in an overtime thriller in its last regular-season game of the year. The Lady Dogs lost to Franklin County on the road, 48-45.
Sean Teasley uses speed to out-maneuver the physical defense.

Sean Teasley uses speed to out-maneuver the physical defense.

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Hart wins at FCHS to finish region undefeated

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
The Bulldogs won a tough game against the Franklin County Lions to finish the regular season undefeated in region. The Hart County High School boys basketball team beat Franklin County, 59-55 on the road on Feb. 11.
Luis Genchi tries to curve a penalty shot around the Prince Avenue wall.

Luis Genchi tries to curve a penalty shot around the Prince Avenue wall.

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Soccer teams play first home matches

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
The Hart County boys soccer team remains undefeated while the girls team is still looking for its first win. Both teams travelled to Banks County High School on Feb. 4. The boys beat the Leopards 12-3. Luis Genchi scored four goals in the blow out. Kyle Hubbard also scored a hat trick.
Miguel Jaimes fights for control with an Elbert County wrestler earlier this season.

Miguel Jaimes fights for control with an Elbert County wrestler earlier this season.

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Six Mat Dogs set for state

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
After the sectionals meet this past weekend, six Mat Dogs punched their ticket to the Georgia Traditional State Tournament.
Alexis Walker eyes the hoop in a breakaway against Stephens County on Feb. 4.

Alexis Walker eyes the hoop in a breakaway against Stephens County on Feb. 4.

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Lady Dogs move into first place

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
The Lady Dogs added two more wins in the home stretch of region play. The Hart County girls basketball team beat Stephens County, 63-42 at home on Friday, Feb. 4. The Dogs got off to a quick start and scored 20 points in the first quarter.
Stewart Carter, middle, alongside assistants Rex Bennett (left) and Hayden Whitley (right).

Stewart Carter, middle, alongside assistants Rex Bennett (left) and Hayden Whitley (right).

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HCHS grad named Virginia Tech football equipment manager

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Stewart Carter, 1989 graduate of Hart County High School, was named Virginia Tech’s new director of football equipment. Carter said his career in equipment management grew from wanting to continue to be around football after his high school days.
Johnny Curry drives to the rim in Hart’s win over Franklin County on Jan. 26.

Johnny Curry drives to the rim in Hart’s win over Franklin County on Jan. 26.

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HCHS senior is putting together an unforgettable season

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
As a senior, Johnny Curry, also known as JC, has embraced the role of being a leader for the Hart County High School basketball team. “At the beginning of the season, I thought it was going to be a lot on my back, but it’s really not.