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Senior infielder Madi Bennett collects a hit as she went 2-4 with a run and a run batted in against Franklin Aug. 28. (Photo by Shane Scoggins)

Senior infielder Madi Bennett collects a hit as she went 2-4 with a run and a run batted in against Franklin Aug. 28. (Photo by Shane Scoggins)

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Lady Dogs even out region record

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
After falling to Elbert County, the Lady Dogs picked up their first win in Region 8-AA, with a long awaited win over Franklin County.   On Aug. 27, Hart hosted the Lady Devils of Elbert County.
Pictured is senior Mareli Fajardo Bacilio as she placed 10th and 12th in the last two meets. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

Pictured is senior Mareli Fajardo Bacilio as she placed 10th and 12th in the last two meets. (Photo by Bo Underwood)

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Cross County teams finish Top 6 in back-to-back meets

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
The Hart County boys and girls cross country teams capture a pair of Top 6 team placements at their home meet and at Tallulah Falls.    On Aug. 27, the Hart County High School cross country team unveiled its new course as they hosted the Bulldog Classic.
Junior quarterback Kurston Curry rolls outside the pocket to throw on the run during the 19-14 loss to Lumpkin. (Photo by Ric Williams)

Junior quarterback Kurston Curry rolls outside the pocket to throw on the run during the 19-14 loss to Lumpkin. (Photo by Ric Williams)

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Dogs’ comeback falls short in Lumpkin loss

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Despite limiting the miscues, the Dogs dropped their second straight game against Lumpkin County.    On Aug. 29, Hart hosted the Indians of Lumpkin County. The Dogs won the toss and deferred to the second half.
Cross Country’s senior runner Mareli Fajardo Bacilio earns Athlete of the Week. (Photo by Shane Scoggins)

Cross Country’s senior runner Mareli Fajardo Bacilio earns Athlete of the Week. (Photo by Shane Scoggins)

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Mareli Fajardo Bacilio named Athlete of the Week

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
This week’s Athlete of the Week presented by Johnson Heating & Air goes to the Lady Dogs’ senior runner Mareli Fajardo Bacilio. Bacilio has worked hard and has stepped into a leadership role for the Lady Dogs according to head cross country coach Todd Townsend.
Junior quarterback Kurston Curry evades the pressure from the Red Raiders defense in the 28-14 loss to Madison County Aug. 22. (Photo by Ric Williams)

Junior quarterback Kurston Curry evades the pressure from the Red Raiders defense in the 28-14 loss to Madison County Aug. 22. (Photo by Ric Williams)

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Dogs suffer first loss of the season

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
After miscues piled up, the Dogs suffered their first loss of the season during their first road trip.   On Aug. 22, Hart made the trip to Danielsville to take on the Red Raiders of Madison County. The Dogs won the toss and deferred to the second half.
Sophomore Coley Phillips goes for the kill during a home match earlier in the season. (Photo by Benjamin London)

Sophomore Coley Phillips goes for the kill during a home match earlier in the season. (Photo by Benjamin London)

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Volley Dogs remain flawless after pair of road wins

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
The Volley Dogs remain perfect after back-to-back wins on the road.   On Aug. 26, Hart traveled to West Hall to take on the Lady Spartans and the Lady Patriots of Oglethorpe County.    In game one against the Lady Spartans, the Volley Dogs swept West Hall in two sets, 25-23 and 25-20.
Photo by Shane Scoggins

Photo by Shane Scoggins

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HCMS Bulldogs dominate Cubs to start 2-0

News Staff
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
After leading 20-0 at the half, the Hart County Middle School Bulldogs cruised to a 34-14 victory over the Cubs of Franklin County Aug. 20 in Carnesville. The Bulldogs (2-0) will look to continue their winning streak as they will host Madison County Sept. 4.
Freshman Levi Faust who finished second for Hart County and 29th overall at the North Georgia Championship Aug. 23. (Photo by Shane Scoggins)

Freshman Levi Faust who finished second for Hart County and 29th overall at the North Georgia Championship Aug. 23. (Photo by Shane Scoggins)

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Cross Country teams make Top 10 in Jefferson

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
The Cross Country teams placed inside the Top 10 at the North Georgia Championships at Lamar Murphy.   On Aug. 23, Hart traveled to Jefferson to compete in the North Georgia Championships at Lamar Murphy Park.    For the boys, they placed fifth overall as a team.