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Junior forward Kiasia Montgomery reels in one of her eight rebounds in the 68-51 loss to Franklin County on Jan. 14 in the Lion’s Den. Photo by Shane Scoggins/Franklin County Citizen Leader.

Junior forward Kiasia Montgomery reels in one of her eight rebounds in the 68-51 loss to Franklin County on Jan. 14 in the Lion’s Den. Photo by Shane Scoggins/Franklin County Citizen Leader.

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Lady Dogs now 1-2 in region play after back-to-back losses

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
After falling to Hebron Christian, the Lady Dogs began the five game road trip with a loss to Franklin County to start region play 1-2. On Jan. 8, Hart hosted the nationally No. 4 ranked Lady Lions of Hebron Christian.
Senior wrestler Harrison Krause looks to pin his opponent and wins his match against Stephens County at the Area Duals. Photo by Shane Scoggins/Franklin County Citizen Leader.

Senior wrestler Harrison Krause looks to pin his opponent and wins his match against Stephens County at the Area Duals. Photo by Shane Scoggins/Franklin County Citizen Leader.

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Mat Dogs fail to make State Duals

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
The Mat Dogs failed to reach the State Duals after placing fourth in the Area Duals. On Jan. 8, Hart traveled to Commerce to compete in the Area Duals at East Jackson High School, after it was originally scheduled to be on Jan. 11 but was moved up due to weather.
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.

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.

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Second half woes cause Dogs to stumble into a two game skid

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
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.
Londen Durrett posted 12 points, five rebounds, and three assists in the 70-52 win over Prince Avenue.

Londen Durrett posted 12 points, five rebounds, and three assists in the 70-52 win over Prince Avenue.

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Lady Dogs start region play 1-0

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, January 9, 2025
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.
Former Virginia Tech running back Malachi Thomas transfers to Purdue to play his final year of college football. Jordan Lay/JLayGraphics

Former Virginia Tech running back Malachi Thomas transfers to Purdue to play his final year of college football. Jordan Lay/JLayGraphics

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Thomas commits to Purdue

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Former Hart County and Virginia Tech running back Malachi Thomas commits to Purdue University to play his final season of college football.