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Sophomore running back Faustino Rangel dives in the end zone to give the Dogs an early 6-0 lead in the overtime loss to Madison County, 37-36 at home on Aug. 23.

Sophomore running back Faustino Rangel dives in the end zone to give the Dogs an early 6-0 lead in the overtime loss to Madison County, 37-36 at home on Aug. 23.

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Dogs lose in hartbreaking fashion

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
The Bulldogs fell to the Red Raiders of Madison County on a controversial call in the 37-36 loss in overtime. On Aug. 23, Hart County hosted the Red Raiders off Madison County in the home opener. The Red Raiders won the toss and elected to receive.
Photo by Christopher Luther

Photo by Christopher Luther

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Essentials for the ultimate tailgate

News Staff
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
For many sports fans, the kickoff to football season means the time to tailgate has returned as well. Tailgating evolved from informal fan gatherings by the tailgate of a supply wagon preceding the earliest college football games.
Photo by Alex Mertz

Photo by Alex Mertz

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5 notable games on the 2024 college football schedule

News Staff
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
College football fans spend a good portion, if not all, of the summer anticipating the return of their favorite sport. Each college football season is full of excitement, and the coming campaign is sure to provide its share of thrills.
Sophomore pitcher Chesnee Strickland allowed four runs in the first and then only one through the final six innings in the 10-5 win on the road against the Lady Devils of Elbert County on Aug. 20.

Sophomore pitcher Chesnee Strickland allowed four runs in the first and then only one through the final six innings in the 10-5 win on the road against the Lady Devils of Elbert County on Aug. 20.

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Lady Dogs snap two game skid with win at Elbert

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
The Lady Dogs softball team snaps a two game losing streak, as they avenge their loss to Elbert County in Elberton. On Aug. 15, Hart traveled to Banks County to take on the Lady Leopards after being shut out 10-0 in a run-rule just a few prior.
Senior cornerback Andre Austin (9) intercepts the pass in the 17-7 win over Elbert County on Aug. 16. Photo by Mark Wells/The Elberton Star

Senior cornerback Andre Austin (9) intercepts the pass in the 17-7 win over Elbert County on Aug. 16. Photo by Mark Wells/The Elberton Star

What happened to the passion? The response

Benjamin London - Sports Editor and Staff Writer
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Well, I will officially admit, I’ve been proven wrong. But there’s still a challenge that remains. I have tried to lay low after putting my column out called, “What happened to the passion? My challenge for Hart County.” But everywhere I turned, someone had something to say about it.