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Junior running back Faustino Rangel celebrates after scoring his third touchdown of the night in the 51-20 win over rival Elbert County Aug. 15. (Photo by Grayson Williams)

Junior running back Faustino Rangel celebrates after scoring his third touchdown of the night in the 51-20 win over rival Elbert County Aug. 15. (Photo by Grayson Williams)

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Dogs dominate Devils

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
After an almost two hour delay, the Dogs braved the storm and dominated the Blue Devils in the season opening win.   On Aug. 15, Hart hosted their rival, the Elbert County Blue Devils, to kickoff the 2025 campaign. Just before warm ups, Mother Nature came in just before warm ups at 6:15 p.m.
Junior runner Sevyn Singleton placed eighth overall to help the team finish third at Athens Christian Aug. 16. (Photo by Benjamin London)

Junior runner Sevyn Singleton placed eighth overall to help the team finish third at Athens Christian Aug. 16. (Photo by Benjamin London)

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Cross Country start season with Top 5 finishes

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
The Hart County cross country teams start the season strong with Top 5 placements at the Northeast Georgia Cross Country Championships meet.   On Aug. 16, Hart traveled to Athens to compete in the Northeast Georgia Cross Country Championships meet at Athens Christian.
Pictured is the 12U Hart Academy soccer team after capturing the programs first ever tournament win Aug. 16 in Athens. (Photo submitted by Hart Academy)

Pictured is the 12U Hart Academy soccer team after capturing the programs first ever tournament win Aug. 16 in Athens. (Photo submitted by Hart Academy)

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Hart Academy 12U team makes program history

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
After sweeping the competition, the Hart Academy captured its first tournament championship in the program’s history.    On Aug. 16 and 17, the 12U Hart Academy soccer team traveled to Athens to compete in a tournament.
Pictured is nearly 80 campers alongside the current Hart County High School cheer squad at this years Little Bulldogs Cheer Camp Aug. 16. (Photo submitted by Hart County High School Cheer)

Pictured is nearly 80 campers alongside the current Hart County High School cheer squad at this years Little Bulldogs Cheer Camp Aug. 16. (Photo submitted by Hart County High School Cheer)

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Little Bulldogs Cheer Camp returns after hiatus

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
The Cheer Dogs had a successful turnout as they revived the Little Bulldogs Cheer Camp.   On Aug. 16, the Hart County High School cheer squad welcomed close to 80 campers to the Little Bulldog Cheer Camp.
Freshman infielder Marlee Bowers went 2-4 with two runs and a run batted in to elevate the Lady Dogs past the Lady Tigers of Washington-Wilkes, 5-3, Aug. 14. (Photo by Benjamin London)

Freshman infielder Marlee Bowers went 2-4 with two runs and a run batted in to elevate the Lady Dogs past the Lady Tigers of Washington-Wilkes, 5-3, Aug. 14. (Photo by Benjamin London)

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Lady Dogs go 1-2 on road trip

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
The Lady Dogs keep their record at .500 after going 1-2  in a three-game road stretch.    On Aug. 13, Hart traveled to Jefferson to take on the Lady Dragons. It was a pitchers battle as the game was held scoreless through five innings of play. In the bottom of the sixth, Jefferson scored two runs.
Junior setter Josee Fleming earns Athlete of the Week. (Photo by Benjamin London)

Junior setter Josee Fleming earns Athlete of the Week. (Photo by Benjamin London)

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Josee Fleming named Athlete of the Week

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
This week’s Athlete of the Week presented by Johnson Heating & Air goes to the Volley Dogs’ junior setter Josee Fleming. Fleming has played a huge role and has helped lead the team to an undefeated start and a 3-0 weekend at the Chestatee Tournament.
Senior CJ Cowins led the Dogs through the spirit banner to kickoff the evening. See full coverage of Friday’s scrimmage in our sports section. (Photo/Benjamin London)

Senior CJ Cowins led the Dogs through the spirit banner to kickoff the evening. See full coverage of Friday’s scrimmage in our sports section. (Photo/Benjamin London)

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Dogs kickoff against Devils Friday night

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Herndon Stadium will come alive Friday night as the Hart County Bulldogs kick off their 2025 season against the Elbert County Blue Devils at 7:30 p.m. Fans got their first look at this year’s team during a scrimmage against Oconee County Aug. 8, where the Dogs dominated the Warriors 28-7.