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Senior infielder Madi Bennett rounds third and high fives Lady Dogs head coach Gerald Gates after hitting a solo home run en route to a 7-4 win over the Lady Tigers of Commerce Oct. 8. (Photo by Benjamin London)

Senior infielder Madi Bennett rounds third and high fives Lady Dogs head coach Gerald Gates after hitting a solo home run en route to a 7-4 win over the Lady Tigers of Commerce Oct. 8. (Photo by Benjamin London)

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Lady Dogs power past Commerce to secure home playoff game

News Staff
Thursday, October 16, 2025
The Lady Dogs’ win over Commerce helped secure their first winning season and a home playoff game since 2020. On Oct. 8, Hart hosted the Lady Tigers of Commerce with the chance to have a winning season and a home playoff on the line.
Volley Dogs’ assistant coaches Mike Atkins (left) and Ashley Teasley (right) were honored as the Region Coaches of the Year for Region 8-AA. (Photo submitted by Hart County Volleyball)

Volley Dogs’ assistant coaches Mike Atkins (left) and Ashley Teasley (right) were honored as the Region Coaches of the Year for Region 8-AA. (Photo submitted by Hart County Volleyball)

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Twelve Volley Dogs earn All-Region honors

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, October 16, 2025
During the Region 8-AA Volleyball Tournament, a multitude of Volley Dogs earned region honors.  On Oct. 9, Hart traveled to Dacula to compete in the consolation game against the Lady Eagles of East Jackson. Postgame, the All-Region honors were announced.
Freshman running back Ian Sheppard (27) breaks free for a late 44 yard touchdown run in the 54-10 loss to the No. 1 ranked Lions of Hebron Christian Oct. 3. (Photo by Ric Williams)

Freshman running back Ian Sheppard (27) breaks free for a late 44 yard touchdown run in the 54-10 loss to the No. 1 ranked Lions of Hebron Christian Oct. 3. (Photo by Ric Williams)

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Top ranked Lions hand Dogs their first region loss

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, October 9, 2025
The Lions lethal offense scored on every offensive possession to run away with a 54-10 win and hand the Dogs their first region loss. On Oct. 3, Hart traveled to Dacula in hopes to ruin Hebron Christian’s homecoming party.
Junior outfielder Peyton McCollum goes 2-4 at the plate while driving in two runs and drawing a walk in the 11-0 win over East Jackson Oct. 2. (Photo by Benjamin London)

Junior outfielder Peyton McCollum goes 2-4 at the plate while driving in two runs and drawing a walk in the 11-0 win over East Jackson Oct. 2. (Photo by Benjamin London)

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Lady Dogs even out record with shutout win

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, October 9, 2025
The Lady Dogs get back to .500 in both their region and overall record after a massive road win over East Jackson. On Oct. 2, Hart traveled to Commerce to take on the Lady Eagles of East Jackson.
Freshman designated hitter Chloie Lack singles on a fly ball to left field to score the game winning run in the ninth inning to help the Lady Dogs capture a 6-5 win over the Lady Lions of Franklin County Sept. 29. (Photo by Benjamin London)

Freshman designated hitter Chloie Lack singles on a fly ball to left field to score the game winning run in the ninth inning to help the Lady Dogs capture a 6-5 win over the Lady Lions of Franklin County Sept. 29. (Photo by Benjamin London)

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Lady Dogs pick up back-to-back wins over rivals

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
The Lady Dogs pick up massive back-to-back wins over their region rivals to set Hart County up for a potential third place finish in region play.    On Sept. 25, Hart hosted the Lady Lions of Franklin County but just moments into the game, it began to rain down and eventually postponed the game.
Sophomore defensive specialist Addison Coles serving the ball into play in the 2-0 win over East Jackson Sept. 25. (Photo by Benjamin London)

Sophomore defensive specialist Addison Coles serving the ball into play in the 2-0 win over East Jackson Sept. 25. (Photo by Benjamin London)

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Volley Dogs capture No. 2 seed for Region Tournament

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
The Volley Dogs end the regular season with thrilling victories on the road against East Jackson and Franklin County.    On Sept. 25, Hart traveled to Commerce to take on the Lady Eagles of East Jackson and the Lady Lions of Franklin County.