Sports
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
The Hartwell Sun and the Hart County Charter System have teamed up to present an Athlete of the Week presented by Johnson Heating & Air.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Sophomore guard Kurston Curry nails the midrange jumper over a pair of Lions defenders in the 79-67 loss to Franklin County, as Curry scored 19 points in the loss on Jan. 14. Photo by Shane Scoggins/Franklin County Citizen Leader.
Second half woes cause Dogs to stumble into a two game skid
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
After having the lead entering the second half against Hebron and Franklin, both teams rallied back to send the Dogs on a two-game losing streak.
On Jan. 8, Hart hosted the Lions of Hebron Christian, as the Dogs were without their starting junior forward Ramarcus Simpson due to injury.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Dogs start undefeated in region play
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
The Dogs dropped the New Year opener against Madison County, but bounced back to win a thriller over Prince Avenue Christian to start region play undefeated.
On Jan. 4, Hart hosted the Red Raiders of Madison County to begin the New Year.
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Londen Durrett posted 12 points, five rebounds, and three assists in the 70-52 win over Prince Avenue.
Lady Dogs start region play 1-0
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
After falling to Madison County to begin the new year, the Lady Dogs started region play 1-0 with a win over Prince Avenue Christian.
On Jan. 4, Hart hosted the Lady Raiders of Madison County for the first game of the new year.
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Athlete of the Week sponsored by Johnson Heating and Air: Camarion Verdell
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
The Hartwell Sun and the Hart County Charter System have teamed up to present an Athlete of the Week presented by Johnson Heating & Air.
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Former Virginia Tech running back Malachi Thomas transfers to Purdue to play his final year of college football. Jordan Lay/JLayGraphics
Thomas commits to Purdue
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Former Hart County and Virginia Tech running back Malachi Thomas commits to Purdue University to play his final season of college football.
On Jan. 5, Purdue Football was the first to announce Thomas’ commitment on X.
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Nine Mat Dogs placed in the Top Four to help the team place fifth overall at the Bulldog Bash at Harlem High School.
Mat Dogs place fifth at Bulldog Bash
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Nine Mat Dogs placed at the Bulldog Bash to help the team capture fifth overall.
On Jan. 4, Hart traveled to Harlem High School to compete in the Bulldog Bash.
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Former Hart County and current Rostock Griffins defensive back Dante Anderson, signs a one-year extension.
Anderson signs extension to continue his GFL career
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Former Hart County and current Rostock Griffins defensive back Dante Anderson agrees to a one-year contract extension with the Griffins.
Anderson, a 2017 graduate of Hart County High School played all four years for the Bulldogs as a defensive back.
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Lady Dogs finish as runner-ups in McDonald’s Shootout
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
After snapping a three-game skid against Oglethorpe County, the Lady Dogs finished as the runner-ups in the 17th annual McDonald’s Shootout.
On Dec. 23, Hart hosted the Lady Patriots of Oglethorpe County. The Lady Dogs dominated the first half of play as they went into the half with a 27-11 lead.
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Lady Mat Dogs end Bobcat Bash with three placers
Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Three Lady Mat Dogs placed in the Top 3 at the Bobcat Bash at Lumpkin County High School.
On Dec. 28, the Lady Mat Dogs traveled to Lumpkin County High School to compete in the Bobcat Bash.
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
