Sports
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
After a year of anticipation, I finally got to witness Banana Ball.
I have been following the Savannah Bananas since 2022 and have always wanted to see a game. But if you are like me, it has been extremely hard to go with how popular they have become in the past few years. That was until last year.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Pictured is former Hart County and current UNC defensive end Kaimon Rucker speaking at ACC Kickoff on July 18. Photo by the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Rucker represents UNC at ACC Kickoff
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Former Bulldog defensive end Kaimon Rucker was one of three athletes to represent the University of North Carolina at the ACC Kickoff on July 18.
The Atlantic Coast Conference [ACC] held their annual media days, ACC Kickoff, up in Charlotte, N.C. on July 15-18.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
YMCA continues summer sports camps with Volleyball
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
The YMCA kicked off their volleyball camps with FUNdamentals camp.
Last week, the Bell Family YMCA continued their summer long sports camp with FUNdamental Volleyball Camp. Sports director at the Bell Family YMCA Kerv Augustin spoke about what they focused on during the week.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Rucker to compete in the Junior Olympic Games after successful 2024 campaign
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Rising eighth grader at Hart County Middle School, Cheyenne Rucker, is set to become the second Track Dog to compete in the AAU Junior Olympic Games for track and field in Greensboro, N.C. on July 28 through Aug. 3.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Senior wide receiver Pearce Mewborn awaits the snap during the 2023 game against Apalachee. Photo by Lexie Wheless
2024 Football Position Breakdown: Wide Receivers
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
After losing The Sun Sports Awards’ Male Most Valuable Player in Jashon Gaines, the wide receiver group will continue to look strong with a former Bulldog wide receiver coaching veterans to lead the way.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
HCHS head softball coach Gerald Gates will look to sophomore second baseman Carly Dutton (pictured) and junior first baseman Kinsley Duncan to be breakout players in the infield for the Lady Dogs in 2024.
2024 Softball Position Group Breakdown: Infield
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Although the Lady Dogs lost two impact players on the corners in the infield, Hart County High School softball head coach Gearld Gates is confident in his young talent to make their mark.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Athlete of the Week sponsored by McGee Heating and Air: Olivia Hancock
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
The Hartwell Sun and the Hart County Charter System have teamed up to present an Athlete of the Week presented by McGee Heating & Air.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips addressing the media at ACC Kickoff on July 22. Photo by Benjamin London
Are we close to the ACC’s downfall?
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
For the past few years, the college football landscape has changed tremendously. From NIL where players are making more than some coaches, to the new playoff format that started with four teams and has recently expanded to 12.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Pictured is all of the campers, high school players and coaches at the annual Little Bulldogs Kids Football Camp July 19.
Bulldog Football host one of the largest Kids Camps in history
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
The annual Little Bulldogs Football Camp hosted one of the largest camps in its history, while spending time teaching the fundamentals of football and what it means to be a Bulldog.
On June 19, close to 110 campers attended the annual Little Bulldogs Football Camp in Herndon Stadium.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Hot Shots Dance Company takes home multiple awards at Imagine National Dance Challenge
News Staff
The young ladies from Hartwell’s Hot Shots Dance company took Savannah by storm during the Imagine National Dance Competition.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
