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The WCHS vollebyall team advanced to the Elite Eight for the second time in three years and has the opportunity to earn a Final Four spot for only the second time in school history. (Photo/Mark Turner)

The WCHS vollebyall team advanced to the Elite Eight for the second time in three years and has the opportunity to earn a Final Four spot for only the second time in school history. (Photo/Mark Turner)

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WCHS rolls into Elite Eight

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Thursday, October 24, 2024
by Mark Turner White County News The White County High School volleyball team rolled through the first two rounds of the Class AAA state tournament, earning a spot in the Elite Eight with wins over Cedar Grove and Monroe Area. The Lady Warriors, the No. 6 seed, took on LaFayette, the No.
Benjmin Witcher makes his way through the course during a race earlier this season. (Photo/Jeff DeFoor)

Benjmin Witcher makes his way through the course during a race earlier this season. (Photo/Jeff DeFoor)

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GCA brings bike race to Cleveland

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Thursday, October 17, 2024
by Mark Turner White County News   This weekend, hundreds of middle school and high school athletes will head to Cleveland as part of a Georgia Cycling Association's TEAMMTB event. The Georgia Cycling Association is the southeast’s premier youth mountain bike organization.
Kalynn Watkins sets a pass during the Area 6-AAA finals last week in Gainesville. (Photo/Mark Turner)

Kalynn Watkins sets a pass during the Area 6-AAA finals last week in Gainesville. (Photo/Mark Turner)

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Lady Warriors set for deep playoff run

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Thursday, October 17, 2024
by Mark Turner White County News   The White County Lady Warriors came up just short in their bid to win another area title in volleyball, but the team begins the chase this week for a much bigger prize.
Carley Black finished third in the girl's race. (Photo/Mark Turner)

Carley Black finished third in the girl's race. (Photo/Mark Turner)

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WC runners excel at Mountain Invitational

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Thursday, October 10, 2024
by Mark Turner White County News   Thanks to some beautiful weather and a great course, the 2024 Mountain Invitational was a success last week at Unicoi State Park.
On Tuesday during the 6-AAA tournament, the All-Area teams were annouced. The Lady Warriors receiving honors were, from left, Jenna Pratt (First Team), Emma Kerley (First Team), Yaxia Oakes (Coach of the Year), Sarah Jarrard (Second Team) and Mya Yeh (First Team). (Photo/WCHS Athletics)

On Tuesday during the 6-AAA tournament, the All-Area teams were annouced. The Lady Warriors receiving honors were, from left, Jenna Pratt (First Team), Emma Kerley (First Team), Yaxia Oakes (Coach of the Year), Sarah Jarrard (Second Team) and Mya Yeh (First Team). (Photo/WCHS Athletics)

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6-AAA Title Fight

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Thursday, October 10, 2024
By Mark Turner White County News   The White County Lady Warriors took the first step toward a Area 6-AAA title Tuesday night in Gainesville, knocking off North Hall in the opening round of the area tournament at Chestatee High School. The Lady Warriors, the No.
White County knocked off Forsyth Central 5-4 Tuesday night to cap off Senior Night festivities. Shown above are seniors, from left, Hailey Ramey, Emma Hare, WCHS head coach Drew Owens, Aubrey Bolton and Lauren Black. (Photo/Mark Turner)

White County knocked off Forsyth Central 5-4 Tuesday night to cap off Senior Night festivities. Shown above are seniors, from left, Hailey Ramey, Emma Hare, WCHS head coach Drew Owens, Aubrey Bolton and Lauren Black. (Photo/Mark Turner)

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Lady Warriors rally for Senior Night win

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Thursday, October 3, 2024
by Mark Turner White County News   The regular season is winding down for the White County High School softball team.
WCHS running back Noel Lammers follows a block from Cooper Adam for a big gain on a pass play during the Warriors' region matchup with Lum[kin County. (Photo/Staci Sulhoff)

WCHS running back Noel Lammers follows a block from Cooper Adam for a big gain on a pass play during the Warriors' region matchup with Lum[kin County. (Photo/Staci Sulhoff)

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Monday Night Football

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Thursday, October 3, 2024
by Mark Turner White County News   With Hurricane Helene moving through the southeast last week, the annual showdown between White County and Lumpkin County had to be moved back a few days, setting up the first Monday night game in the history of the Warriors' program.
Zach Godrey drags North Hall defender into the end zone for a WCHS touchdown during the region battle last Friday in Cleveland.. (Photo/Basil Ray)

Zach Godrey drags North Hall defender into the end zone for a WCHS touchdown during the region battle last Friday in Cleveland.. (Photo/Basil Ray)

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Warriors fall to Trojans, face Lumpkin

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Thursday, September 26, 2024
by Mark Turner White County News   Things didn't go well for the White County Warriors in their region showdown last week against North Hall, but the Warriors can't dwell on the loss as they face another huge game Friday night when Lumpkin County rolls in Cleveland.
Emma Hare puts a tag on North Hall's Genesis Satterfield on a close play at second base during the region matchup Monday afternoon in Cleveland.(Photo/Mark Turner)

Emma Hare puts a tag on North Hall's Genesis Satterfield on a close play at second base during the region matchup Monday afternoon in Cleveland.(Photo/Mark Turner)

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Lady Warriors in battle for state tournament spot

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Thursday, September 26, 2024
by Mark Turner White County News   It's been tough few days for the White County softball team, but thanks to the Georgia High School Association's new post season rankings, the Lady Warriors still have a path to the Class AAA state tournament.