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Defensive back German Franco sends the up the field on a free kick in the 3-1 loss to Stephens County March 20. Photo by Benjamin London.

Defensive back German Franco sends the up the field on a free kick in the 3-1 loss to Stephens County March 20. Photo by Benjamin London.

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Dogs still have history to chase despite being handed first loss

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, March 26, 2026
The Dogs suffered their first loss of the season, but still can control their own destiny heading into the final two region matches of the season. On March 18, Hart traveled to Bogart to take on the Wolverines of Prince Avenue Christian.
Sophomore catcher Slate Osborne celebrates with first base coach Chris Wilson after pushing across two runs in the 15-2 loss to Franklin County March 23. Photo by Benjamin London.

Sophomore catcher Slate Osborne celebrates with first base coach Chris Wilson after pushing across two runs in the 15-2 loss to Franklin County March 23. Photo by Benjamin London.

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Diamond Dogs losing streak extends to nine games

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, March 26, 2026
The Diamond Dogs fall into their longest losing streak of the season after getting swept by Hebron Christian and dropping game one to Franklin County.  On March 18, Hart started Region 8-AA play by hosting the Lions of Hebron Christian.
Lady Dogs’ senior golfer Ashton King earns Athlete of the Week. Photo by Benjamin London.

Lady Dogs’ senior golfer Ashton King earns Athlete of the Week. Photo by Benjamin London.

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Ashton King named Athlete of the Week

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, March 26, 2026
This week’s Athlete of the Week, presented by Johnson Heating & Air, goes to the Lady Dogs senior golfer Ashton King. King was the low medalist for the Lady Dogs March 24 against Stephens County and helped her team come away with the 83-112 win over the Lady Indians.
Chesnee Strickland (right) celebrates with her teammates after hitting a three-run home run to start the 21 run inning in the 21-1 game two win against Hancock Central March 18. Photo by Benjamin London.

Chesnee Strickland (right) celebrates with her teammates after hitting a three-run home run to start the 21 run inning in the 21-1 game two win against Hancock Central March 18. Photo by Benjamin London.

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Lady Dogs run-rule Hancock Central

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, March 26, 2026
The Lady Dogs picked up back-to-back run-ruled home wins over Hancock Central. On March 18, Hart hosted the Lady Bulldogs of Hancock Central for a double header.
Despite falling against Hebron, 2-6 and 1-6, at No. 2 singles March 19, Jacob Moon responded with a 6-0 and 6-2 win over BASA March 20 and a 6-3 and 6-1 win over East Jackson March 24. Photo by Benjamin London.

Despite falling against Hebron, 2-6 and 1-6, at No. 2 singles March 19, Jacob Moon responded with a 6-0 and 6-2 win over BASA March 20 and a 6-3 and 6-1 win over East Jackson March 24. Photo by Benjamin London.

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Dogs on two-match win streak

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, March 26, 2026
After getting swept by Hebron, the Dogs responded with back-to-back wins over Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy and East Jackson. On March 19, Hart hosted the top ranked Lions of Hebron Christian.
Despite falling against Hebron, 0-6 and 0-6, at No. 1 singles March 19, Lyla Phillips responded with a 6-0 and 6-3 win over BASA March 20 and East Jackson March 24. Photo by Benjamin London.

Despite falling against Hebron, 0-6 and 0-6, at No. 1 singles March 19, Lyla Phillips responded with a 6-0 and 6-3 win over BASA March 20 and East Jackson March 24. Photo by Benjamin London.

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Lady Dogs peaking at the right time

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, March 26, 2026
The Lady Dogs compete with Hebron in the loss while picking up back-to-back wins over Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy and East Jackson.  On March 19, Hart hosted the Lady Lions of Hebron Christian.
Junior pitcher Max Martin pitches three innings allowing eight hits, five earned runs, issued two walks and struck out four in the 8-6 loss to the Tigers of Crescent March 13. Photo by Benjamin London.

Junior pitcher Max Martin pitches three innings allowing eight hits, five earned runs, issued two walks and struck out four in the 8-6 loss to the Tigers of Crescent March 13. Photo by Benjamin London.

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Diamond Dogs fall back into five game skid after back-to-back losses to Crescent

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, March 19, 2026
The Diamond Dogs have now dropped five straight games after back-to-back losses to Crescent. On March 11, Hart traveled to Iva, South Carolina to take on the Tigers of Crescent.