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Pictured is second baseman Carly Dutton throwing the ball over to first for an out. Photo by Benjamin London.

Pictured is second baseman Carly Dutton throwing the ball over to first for an out. Photo by Benjamin London.

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Lady Dogs’ win streak snapped by Banks

News Staff
Thursday, September 10, 2026
After knocking off a region rival, the long ball helps Banks County put an end to the Lady Dogs’ two game win streak.Coming off the heels of an impressive win over the top ranked Lady Bulldogs of Morgan County, Hart continued Region 8-AAA play Sept. 3, as they hosted the Lady Lions of Franklin...
Offensive players celebrate with senior running back Kaidyn Allen (8) after scoring from 14 yards out, as the Dogs advanced to 2-0 with a 51-12 win over the Red Raiders of Madison County Aug. 28. Photo by Ric Williams.

Offensive players celebrate with senior running back Kaidyn Allen (8) after scoring from 14 yards out, as the Dogs advanced to 2-0 with a 51-12 win over the Red Raiders of Madison County Aug. 28. Photo by Ric Williams.

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Dogs post 51 points again in win over Madison County

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, September 3, 2026
For the second week in a row, the Dogs scored 51 points to pick up their second win of the season against Madison County.On Aug. 28, Hart County made their first road trip of the season, as they traveled to Danielsville to take on the Red Raiders of Madison County.
Pictured is junior outside hitter Coley Phillips going up for the kill. Photo by Benjamin London.

Pictured is junior outside hitter Coley Phillips going up for the kill. Photo by Benjamin London.

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Volley Dogs 1-9 over 10 match stretch

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, September 3, 2026
The tough stretch for the Volley Dogs continues as they are 1-9 in the past 10 matches.After a tough six-match stretch on the road, Hart returned home Aug. 27 to host the Lady Tigers of Washington-Wilkes and the Lady Gladiators of Clarke Central.
Freshman outfielder Peyton Jordan celebrates with assistant coach Kalyn Jinks after walking it off against the Lady Bulldogs of Morgan County Sept. 1, 9-8. Photo by Benjamin London.

Freshman outfielder Peyton Jordan celebrates with assistant coach Kalyn Jinks after walking it off against the Lady Bulldogs of Morgan County Sept. 1, 9-8. Photo by Benjamin London.

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Jordan’s walk-off heroics ends Lady Dogs’ two-game skid

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, September 3, 2026
After dropping the previous two games, the Lady Dogs got back on track with a walk-off win against a Top 10 team in the state.On Aug. 26, Hart took a brief break from Region 8-AAA play, as they traveled to Jefferson to take on the Lady Dragons.
Senior running back Kaidyn Allen celebrates after scoring the opening touchdown in the 51-3 win over the Raiders of Habersham Central Aug. 21. Photo by Grayson Williams.

Senior running back Kaidyn Allen celebrates after scoring the opening touchdown in the 51-3 win over the Raiders of Habersham Central Aug. 21. Photo by Grayson Williams.

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Dogs make a statement in season opening win

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, August 27, 2026
The Dogs captured their first win of the season in dominating fashion over Habersham Central.On Aug. 21, Hart County dawned on a new era, as new head coach Biff Parson’s tenure began by hosting the Raiders of Habersham Central.