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Pictured is the Hartwell Twister gymnastics team after competing in regionals in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee on May 13-14. First row from left to right is the bronze level: Kennedi Pennington, Charley Lloyd, and Adrianne Pennington. Second row from left to right is the silver: Tristyn Thompson, Julianne Bond, and Emma Kale Garland. Third row from left to right is the level four: Aeryn Back, Chastyn Haynie, and Gracen McAdams. Fourth row from left to right is the diamond: Madalyn Dault, Cheyenne Rucker, and Maci

Pictured is the Hartwell Twister gymnastics team after competing in regionals in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee on May 13-14. First row from left to right is the bronze level: Kennedi Pennington, Charley Lloyd, and Adrianne Pennington. Second row from left to right is the silver: Tristyn Thompson, Julianne Bond, and Emma Kale Garland. Third row from left to right is the level four: Aeryn Back, Chastyn Haynie, and Gracen McAdams. Fourth row from left to right is the diamond: Madalyn Dault, Cheyenne Rucker, and Maci

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Twisters dominate regionals

News Staff
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Last week, the Hartwell Twisters gymnastics team blew through regionals in Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
Forward Tahj Johnson (3) drives to the lane in the 47-43 win over Hebron Christian in the Region 8-AAA consolation game at Oconee County on February 17.

Forward Tahj Johnson (3) drives to the lane in the 47-43 win over Hebron Christian in the Region 8-AAA consolation game at Oconee County on February 17.

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Johnson commits to Gulf Coast State College

News Staff
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Senior forward Tahj Johnson commited to Gulf Coast State College after his visit on Monday. The Hartwell Sun sat down with Johnson on Tuesday to discuss why he committed to Gulf Coast State and what the staff said or did to persuade him to come to their school.
Senior infielder Jordan Leach (pictured) and senior outfielder Eli Tyler were the two players chosen to represent Hart County in the 2023 FCA Georgia vs South Carolina Baseball Classic on June 1 at Emmanuel College.

Senior infielder Jordan Leach (pictured) and senior outfielder Eli Tyler were the two players chosen to represent Hart County in the 2023 FCA Georgia vs South Carolina Baseball Classic on June 1 at Emmanuel College.

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FCA Georgia vs South Carolina Baseball Classic set for June 1

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
HARTWELL, GA - The 2023 FCA Georgia versus South Carolina Baseball Classic presented by Chick-fil-A Lavonia will be on June 1 at Tommy Carey Field at Emmanuel College.
Senior competition cheerleader, Kylie Seawright wins the 2023 Northeast Georgia Positive Athlete award for cheerleading.

Senior competition cheerleader, Kylie Seawright wins the 2023 Northeast Georgia Positive Athlete award for cheerleading.

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Seawright wins the Northeast Georgia Positive Athlete Award for cheer

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Senior competition cheerleader wins 2023 Northeast Georgia Positive Athlete Award for cheer. On April 28, Hart County senior Kylie Seawright was tagged in a post by her mom. That was the day that she found out she had received this year’s Northeast Georgia Positive Athlete Award for cheer.
Head coach Cory Dickerson talking with the team after the team’s first day in full pads on Monday, May 8.

Head coach Cory Dickerson talking with the team after the team’s first day in full pads on Monday, May 8.

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Spring football report - Week 1

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Week one of Hart County football’s spring practice is under way, and the Dogs are getting back to the fundamentals. The defense could be a bright spot. This past week, players started out May 4 in just helmets and shorts and then added shoulder pads on May 5.
Pictured are the juniors as they defeated the seniors, 21-6 in the 2023 Powderpuff game. First row from left to right is Emily Evans, McKinley Ivester, Tykira Partlow, and Madison McLane. Second row from left to right is Luke Christopher, Bella Chitwood, Lillie Kate Rogers, Abigail Hubbard, Dakota Phillips, Caitlyn Clark, Chloe Bennett, Gracie Cook, Payton Mewborn, Hannah Harris, Jazz Shealer, Lakeria Groove, and Alijah Barber. Not pictured is Ella Franklin, Amelia Johnson, and Ryan Williamson

Pictured are the juniors as they defeated the seniors, 21-6 in the 2023 Powderpuff game. First row from left to right is Emily Evans, McKinley Ivester, Tykira Partlow, and Madison McLane. Second row from left to right is Luke Christopher, Bella Chitwood, Lillie Kate Rogers, Abigail Hubbard, Dakota Phillips, Caitlyn Clark, Chloe Bennett, Gracie Cook, Payton Mewborn, Hannah Harris, Jazz Shealer, Lakeria Groove, and Alijah Barber. Not pictured is Ella Franklin, Amelia Johnson, and Ryan Williamson

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Juniors beat out the seniors in the 2023 Powderpuff game

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
The juniors upset the seniors, 21-6, in a defensive Powderpuff game on May 8.
Bell Family YMCA sports director Kurve Augustine (pictured left with the hat) with kids during the second annual Healthy Kids Day on April 22.

Bell Family YMCA sports director Kurve Augustine (pictured left with the hat) with kids during the second annual Healthy Kids Day on April 22.

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Healthy Kids Day shines light on healthy habits

News Staff
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
The second annual Healthy Kids Day was hosted at the Bell Family YMCA on April 29 and was nothing but successful. Over 150 kids participated in the kids’ triathlon, and YMCA sports director Kurve Augustine said the event was a success. “It was definitely a success,” Augustine said.
Pictured from left to right Madalyn Dault, Maci Dudley, Cheyenne Rucker who are the XCEL Diamond state champions.

Pictured from left to right Madalyn Dault, Maci Dudley, Cheyenne Rucker who are the XCEL Diamond state champions.

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Twisters shine at state

News Staff
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
The Hartwell Twisters dance team captured multiple first place finishes at the AAU State Championship in Carrollton, Ga., on April 22. “Overall, our girls did great,” said Twisters coach Shellye Ayers. “Most age groups had 16 people in them.
Former Lady Dog Torrion Starks commits to Georgia Southern to continue her academic and athletic career.

Former Lady Dog Torrion Starks commits to Georgia Southern to continue her academic and athletic career.

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Starks commits to play for Georgia Southern

News Staff
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Former Lady Dogs basketball star, Torrion Starks commits to Georgia Southern in her return to basketball. In 2019, Starks signed her national letter of intent with Western Kentucky University, after a successful career at Hart County. Starks looked to be the next big time star.
Pictured are athletes and volunteers at the 2023 Hart County Special Olympics on April 21. Pictured at the top is Addison Krause, Lyra Osborne, Hudson Milner, Noelle Reese, J’Shawn Jones, Ella Lake Carter, and Azaria Hickman helping in the shot put event.

Pictured are athletes and volunteers at the 2023 Hart County Special Olympics on April 21. Pictured at the top is Addison Krause, Lyra Osborne, Hudson Milner, Noelle Reese, J’Shawn Jones, Ella Lake Carter, and Azaria Hickman helping in the shot put event.

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Special impacts were made at the Special Olympics

News Staff
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
The Hart County Special Olympics athletes and volunteers celebrated a successful two days of fun and games with their elementary, middle, and high school athletes. The Hart County Special Olympics had back-to-back events.