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Cierra Bailey, right, is greeted by her teammates at home plate after hitting a home run in the opening game of the state series against West Laurens last week in Dexter. (Photo/Mark Turner)

Cierra Bailey, right, is greeted by her teammates at home plate after hitting a home run in the opening game of the state series against West Laurens last week in Dexter. (Photo/Mark Turner)

Lady Warriors fall in Sweet 16 matchup

by Mark Turner White County News   The 2024 high school softball season came to an end last week for the White County Lady Warriors.
Jenna Pratt, right, celebrates with Rylee Elrod and Mya Yeh after winning a point during the Final Four match against Jefferson Saturday afternoon in Atlanta.  (Photo/Mark Turner)

Jenna Pratt, right, celebrates with Rylee Elrod and Mya Yeh after winning a point during the Final Four match against Jefferson Saturday afternoon in Atlanta. (Photo/Mark Turner)

Final 4 Frustration

by Mark Turner White County News   For the second time in three years, the White County High School volleyball squad reached the pinnacle of the sport in the state, earning a spot in the Class AAA Final Four.
The Lady Warriors' softball team posted a first round sweep of Cairo last week in the opening round of the Class AAA state tournament. (Photo/WCHS Athletics)

The Lady Warriors' softball team posted a first round sweep of Cairo last week in the opening round of the Class AAA state tournament. (Photo/WCHS Athletics)

WC pancakes the Syrupmaids

by Mark Turner White County News   The goal for any high school softball team in the state is to be in Columbus during the first week of November for the Georgia High School Association Fast Pitch State Championships.
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)

WCHS rolls into Elite Eight

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)

GCA brings bike race to Cleveland

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)

Lady Warriors set for deep playoff run

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)

WC runners excel at Mountain Invitational

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)

6-AAA Title Fight

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)

Lady Warriors rally for Senior Night win

by Mark Turner White County News   The regular season is winding down for the White County High School softball team.