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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.

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

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.

GEORGIA WINS NATIONAL TITLE; HCHS GRADS WATCH FROM SIDELINE

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.
From left, Malachi Kelley, JL Lackey and Keegan Dye were presented the Captains’ Awards by head coach Rance Gillespie.

From left, Malachi Kelley, JL Lackey and Keegan Dye were presented the Captains’ Awards by head coach Rance Gillespie.

Football players take home awards at banquet

The Hart County football team held its annual banquet on Tuesday to celebrate the 2021 season. Coaches recognized the achievements of this season’s best performers on Tuesday, Jan. 11.
AJ Smith throws down his Franlkin Couty opponent at the Region Duals meet in Oconee County.

AJ Smith throws down his Franlkin Couty opponent at the Region Duals meet in Oconee County.

Mat Dogs finish second in regional duals

The Hart County High School wrestling team finished second at the 8-AAA Region duals meet on Saturday, Jan. 8. The Mat Dogs beat Stephens County to start the day before beating Franklin County in a back-and-forth battle, 36-34. A tough loss to Oconee County put the Dogs in second overall.
Johnny Curry fights through traffic to get the layup against Monroe Area on Friday, Jan. 7.

Johnny Curry fights through traffic to get the layup against Monroe Area on Friday, Jan. 7.

Bulldogs bounce into region: Boys down Monroe Area

The Hart County boys basketball team took its first region victory last Friday in Monroe. The Bulldogs beat the Monroe Area Hurricanes 59-47 on the road on Jan. 7.
Photo from File - The White Sox celebrate a victory on opening day of the 2021 season.

Photo from File - The White Sox celebrate a victory on opening day of the 2021 season.

Little League sign-up ends soon

Hart County Little League is gearing up for another season with registration running through the end of January. Those interested can register online at hartcoll.org. The registration fee is $80 per child. This will increase to $90 per child after Jan. 23. The registration fee covers uniform costs.
A boy with mask on on the steps waiting for school. Photo credit: Kelly Sikkema

A boy with mask on on the steps waiting for school. Photo credit: Kelly Sikkema

Charter system updates COVID protocols

The Hart County Charter System (HCCS) released updated COVID-19 protocols on Tuesday, Jan. 4, two days before the schools were set to resume.
Johnny Curry fights through Daniel defenders along the baseline in the Dog’s loss on Wednesday, Dec. 29.

Johnny Curry fights through Daniel defenders along the baseline in the Dog’s loss on Wednesday, Dec. 29.

Bulldogs struggle in shootout as reigning champions

After a disappointing start, the Hart County High School boys basketball team had a lackluster finish in the McDonald’s Shootout last week. Last season, the Dogs finished on top after beating all three of their opponents.