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Junior setter Josee Fleming sets a school record for most points at the serve line, winning 25-0 in the third and final set to send the Volley Dogs back to the Sweet Sixteen after sweeping A.R. Johnson of Augusta Oct. 14. (Photo by Benjamin London)

Junior setter Josee Fleming sets a school record for most points at the serve line, winning 25-0 in the third and final set to send the Volley Dogs back to the Sweet Sixteen after sweeping A.R. Johnson of Augusta Oct. 14. (Photo by Benjamin London)

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Historic set of matches sends Volley Dogs to Sweet Sixteen

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, October 16, 2025
After finishing third in the region, the Volley Dogs dominated their first round state playoff opponent to reach the Sweet Sixteen for the third straight season. On Oct. 8, Hart hosted the Lady Lions of Franklin County for the Region 8-AA Semifinal matchup.
Volleyball’s senior libero Erin Miller earns Athlete of the Week. (Photo by Benjamin London)

Volleyball’s senior libero Erin Miller earns Athlete of the Week. (Photo by Benjamin London)

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Erin Miller named Athlete of the Week

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, October 16, 2025
This week’s Athlete of the Week, presented by Johnson Heating & Air, goes to volleyball’s senior libero Erin Miller. Miller has been a vital part of the leadership side of things for the Volley Dogs both on and off the court.
HCMS wide receiver Caleb Wilkins leaps over the Rebels defender to snag the ball and dash into the endzone for a 50 yard receiving touchdown in the 12-6 win over Stephens County Oct. 9. (Photo by Benjamin London)

HCMS wide receiver Caleb Wilkins leaps over the Rebels defender to snag the ball and dash into the endzone for a 50 yard receiving touchdown in the 12-6 win over Stephens County Oct. 9. (Photo by Benjamin London)

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CHAMPIONSHIP BOUND

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, October 16, 2025
The Dogs held off the Rebels to punch their ticket to the NEIGAA Championship Game.  On Oct. 9, the Hart County Middle School Bulldogs hosted the Stephens County Middle School Rebels in the NEGIAA Semifinals. Hart won the toss and deferred to the second half.
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.