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Aslyn Burkett, shown in an early season game, had 23 points in the win over Jefferson. MARK TURNER/WCN

Aslyn Burkett, shown in an early season game, had 23 points in the win over Jefferson. MARK TURNER/WCN

Lady Warriors slay Dragons, move to 7-0

by Mark Turner The White County High School basketball open the Region 6-AAA schedule Friday night with a showdown with North Hall at the WCHS gym. The matchup is the first of two region doubleheaders for the WCHS teams before the Christmas break.
UGA head coach Kirby Smart picks up some hardware after the Georgia Bulldogs rolled past Alabama last weekend in the SEC Championship game in Atlanta. KEITH BARLOW/CNI

UGA head coach Kirby Smart picks up some hardware after the Georgia Bulldogs rolled past Alabama last weekend in the SEC Championship game in Atlanta. KEITH BARLOW/CNI

Dogs set to chase another national title

The Georgia Bulldogs dominated Alabama in the Southeastern Conference championship games last weekend in Atlanta, posting a 28-7 win over the Crimson Tide for third fourth SEC title under head coach Kirby Smart. UGA quarterback Gunner Stockton threw three touchdown passes to lead the way and No.
Josh Lane picks up a Stephens County wrestler during the Warriors' win over the Indians on Senior Night. MARK TURNER/WCN.

Josh Lane picks up a Stephens County wrestler during the Warriors' win over the Indians on Senior Night. MARK TURNER/WCN.

WC celebrates Senior Night with three wins

By Mark Turner The White County Warriors celebrated Senior Night with three wins Tuesday night, knocking off Stephens County, Franklin County and Fannin County.
Cash Lowery and the WCMS eighth grade team is 10-2 this season. MARK TURNER/WCN

Cash Lowery and the WCMS eighth grade team is 10-2 this season. MARK TURNER/WCN

WCMS teams gear up for tournament

by Mark Turner The White County Middle School basketball teams have hit the final leg of the regular season as they get ready for the North Georgia Mountain League tournament in two weeks.
Sam Harkins picked up several wins in the 165-pound class during the duals tournament. MARK TURNER/WCN

Sam Harkins picked up several wins in the 165-pound class during the duals tournament. MARK TURNER/WCN

Warriors compete at Dawson Duals

Staff report The White County Warriors got some mat work in last week before Thanksgiving, taking part in a duals  tournament at Dawson County High High School. The Warriors will compete in the Battle at the Bluff on Saturday at Cherokee Bluff High School.
The TMU women's soccer team has a lot to celebrate after earning the program's first-ever spot in the NAIA quarterfinals. The Lady Bears will try to conintue the magical post-season run this afternoon against Embry-Riddle. TMU ATHLETICS/PECIAL.

The TMU women's soccer team has a lot to celebrate after earning the program's first-ever spot in the NAIA quarterfinals. The Lady Bears will try to conintue the magical post-season run this afternoon against Embry-Riddle. TMU ATHLETICS/PECIAL.

Lady Bears get Elite 8 berth with penalty kick win over No. 7 Grace

by Mark Turner For the first time in program history, the Truett McConnell women's soccer team is headed to the Elite Eight round of the NAIA national tournament.
The Georgia Bulldogs and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets will meet in Atlanta on Friday.

The Georgia Bulldogs and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets will meet in Atlanta on Friday.

Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate for Dawgs, Jackets

The Georgia Bulldogs and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets will meet in Atlanta on Friday to renew their more than a century rivalry to conclude the regular season for both teams. The No. 4 Bulldogs (10-1) still have a chance to play in the SEC Championship Game on Dec.
TMU's Isabella Hodson, who had two goals in the second round match, celebrates follwing win over Cumberland. TMU ATHLETICS/ TMU SPECIAL

TMU's Isabella Hodson, who had two goals in the second round match, celebrates follwing win over Cumberland. TMU ATHLETICS/ TMU SPECIAL

Lady Bears earn spot in NAIA Round of 16

by Mark Turner   For the second time in three years, the Truett McConnell women's soccer team is headed to the NAIA Sweet 16 in Pensacola, Fla.
Blayne Gunter catches a pass during the Warriors' game with Creekview last weekend in Dawsonville. MARK TURNER/WCN

Blayne Gunter catches a pass during the Warriors' game with Creekview last weekend in Dawsonville. MARK TURNER/WCN

Warriors fall to Creekview, Rabun

by Mark Turner It's been a bit of rocky start for the White County Warriors' basketball team, but new head coach Miles Kendall believes better days are ahead for this squad.