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AJ Smith takes control of his Franklin County opponent at the region dual meet in Watkinsville on Jan. 8.

AJ Smith takes control of his Franklin County opponent at the region dual meet in Watkinsville on Jan. 8.

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Mat Dogs compete in region traditional meet

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Hart County wrestling had several Mat Dogs place in the region’s traditional tournament this past weekend. Hart travelled to Toccoa to compete against region opponents on Saturday, Jan. 29. AJ Smith was the region champion of the 132-pound weight class.
Dakota Phillips flies past the Monroe Area defender on Friday, Jan. 28.

Dakota Phillips flies past the Monroe Area defender on Friday, Jan. 28.

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Lady Dogs fall to third in region after 2-1 week

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
The Hart County High School girls basketball team won two games, but lost the finale this past week. The Lady Dogs started the week with a 58-51 win at home against Franklin County on Wednesday, Jan. 26. Hart seemed to be in trouble by the end of the first quarter down 14-9.
Tahj Johnson drives through the Franklin County defense.

Tahj Johnson drives through the Franklin County defense.

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Hart's winning streak continues in region

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
The Hart County boys basketball team moved to 7-0 in region after winning three times in the past week. The stretch started off on Wednesday, Jan. 26 against Franklin County at home. The score stayed within a few points until the Bulldogs began to take over halfway through the second quarter.
Kerv Augustin and his wife Rachel enjoy the snow with their daughter Eleanora Grace. Their youngest two, Margot and Killian, are not pictured.

Kerv Augustin and his wife Rachel enjoy the snow with their daughter Eleanora Grace. Their youngest two, Margot and Killian, are not pictured.

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YMCA welcomes new sports director

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
The new sports director at the Bell Family YMCA is looking to further improve its soccer program, as well as start programs for several other sports. Sports director Kerv Augustin was born in France and then spent most of his early childhood living abroad because of his dad’s job with the U.S.
Hart County girl's basketball team in action.

Hart County girl's basketball team in action.

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Lady Dogs split region games

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
The Hart County High School girls basketball team split two region games on the road over the past week. On Wednesday, Jan. 19, the Lady Dogs traveled to Toccoa and beat the Stephens County Indians 45-30.
Johnny Curry draws the foul against the Oconee County defender on Tuesday, Jan. 24.

Johnny Curry draws the foul against the Oconee County defender on Tuesday, Jan. 24.

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Bulldogs remain on top of region

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
The Bulldogs winning streak continued as the Hart County boys basketball team downed two more region opponents this week. The Bulldogs battled to beat Stephens County High School on the road on Wednesday, Jan. 19 to win 64-59.
New Hart County football coach and athletic director Cory Dickerson speaks at last week's introductory press conference.

New Hart County football coach and athletic director Cory Dickerson speaks at last week's introductory press conference.

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Dickerson inherits 'big picture' role of Hart football coach, AD

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Hart County High School’s newest head football coach and athletic director has been learning the ropes in his new role. The former defensive coordinator, Cory Dickerson, was named the head coach and athletic director at a press conference on Wednesday, Jan. 12.
Dakota Phillips drives to the paint in her 36-point performance against East Jackson.

Dakota Phillips drives to the paint in her 36-point performance against East Jackson.

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Phillips leads Lady Dogs in overtime win

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
The Lady Dogs won in an overtime thriller against the then 13-1 East Jackson Eagles. The Hart County high school girls basketball team defeated the Eagles 68-65 on Friday, Jan. 14 at home.
Senior Johnny Curry slams down in the 78-46 win over East Jackson on Friday night.

Senior Johnny Curry slams down in the 78-46 win over East Jackson on Friday night.

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Bulldogs fly past eagles: Hart handles E. Jackson with ease

Drew Dotson
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
After a slow start, the Hart County boys basketball team rolled past East Jackson to remain undefeated in region. The Bulldogs beat the Eagles 78-46 on Friday, Jan.14. After not scoring until four minutes into the game, the Dogs unleased a barrage and tallied 17 before the first quarter ran out.
Former Hart County High Schoolers and Georgia football equipment managers (from left to right) Kirby King Carter Banks Preston Mewborn stand field level at Lucas Oil Stadium before Monday night’s national championship game.

Former Hart County High Schoolers and Georgia football equipment managers (from left to right) Kirby King Carter Banks Preston Mewborn stand field level at Lucas Oil Stadium before Monday night’s national championship game.

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GEORGIA WINS NATIONAL TITLE; HCHS GRADS WATCH FROM SIDELINE

Josh Brannen
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
On Monday, Jan. 10, the Georgia Bulldogs’ 41-year championship drought was broken by the by beating Alabama’s Crimson Tide, 33-18, and three equipment managers from Hart County witnessed the long-awaited victory on the field in Indianapolis.