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Robert Byrne had a pair of goals in the Warriors' semifinal win over Clear Creek. JENNIFER KNIGHT/SPECIAL

Robert Byrne had a pair of goals in the Warriors' semifinal win over Clear Creek. JENNIFER KNIGHT/SPECIAL

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WCMS teams set to play for Mountain League titles

News Staff
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Staff report   The White County Middle School soccer teams will be trying to bring home a pair of Mountain League socer titles this afternoon. Both of the school's teams picked up semifinal wins earlier his week and take the field this afternoon for a chance to win the tournament championship.
Members of the Mountain League championship girl's team are, from left, Coach Jon Kostulakos, McKinley Holland, Anley Kennedy, Grace Hollis, Emily Ransom, Reagan Turner and Coach Dillon Wilson. Hollis was the tournament's low-medalist in the girl's division.

Members of the Mountain League championship girl's team are, from left, Coach Jon Kostulakos, McKinley Holland, Anley Kennedy, Grace Hollis, Emily Ransom, Reagan Turner and Coach Dillon Wilson. Hollis was the tournament's low-medalist in the girl's division.

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WC golfers excel at league tournament

News Staff
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
The White County Middle School golf teams had a big day at the Mountain League Championships last week at Whitepath Golf Club in Ellijay.  The Lady Warriors earned the team title, while the Warriors finished as the runner-up in the boy's division.
Jackson Krilla celebrates after hitting a double during the region 8-1 win Tuesday over Chestatee. MARK TURNER /WCN

Jackson Krilla celebrates after hitting a double during the region 8-1 win Tuesday over Chestatee. MARK TURNER /WCN

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Warriors post 8-1 win

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
By Mark Turner It's starting to look like the White County High School baseball team's favorite day of the week is Tuesday. For the third straight week, the Warriors have opened a Region 6-AAA series with a win.
Coach John Rosenbaum, left, and Coach Shane Caudell, right, talk to Stella Caudell, Bella Ellis and Bella Frawley before an event during the meet. WCRD ATHLETICS/SPECIAL

Coach John Rosenbaum, left, and Coach Shane Caudell, right, talk to Stella Caudell, Bella Ellis and Bella Frawley before an event during the meet. WCRD ATHLETICS/SPECIAL

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White County youth athletes hit the track

News Staff
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
The White County Recreation Department's track team opened the season last weekend with the first meet of the  North Georgia Youth Track & Field schedule. The season-opening meet was held at the Warrior Stadium in Cleveland.
Alex Freeman pitched a complete game in the win over the Trojans, allowing only five hits while striking out 10. JENNIFER KNIGHT/SPECIAL

Alex Freeman pitched a complete game in the win over the Trojans, allowing only five hits while striking out 10. JENNIFER KNIGHT/SPECIAL

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Thomas' late hit pushes Warriors past No. 6 North Hall

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Wednesday, March 18, 2026
by Mark Turner The White County Warriors headed to North Hall Tuesday night, feeling like their backs were against the wall after a 1-5 start in Region 6-AAA.
Kady McCullough won the triple jump during the meet . MARK TURNER/WCN

Kady McCullough won the triple jump during the meet . MARK TURNER/WCN

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Lady Warriors win Battle of the Blue Ridge

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Wednesday, March 18, 2026
by Mark Turner The White County High School track team kicked off the 2026 season last Friday night by taking part in the Battle of the Blue Ridge at Habersham Central High School.
Tracen Verrill, left, and Owen Rogers picked up prizes during the Seckinger Cup play earlier this week. WCHS Golf/SPECIIAL

Tracen Verrill, left, and Owen Rogers picked up prizes during the Seckinger Cup play earlier this week. WCHS Golf/SPECIIAL

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WC golfers tee off spring season

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026
by Mark Turner The White County High School golf teams teed off on the new season over the past week.  The Lady Warriors got things started last weekend, taking part in the Red Ryder Invitational in Jekyll Island.
Members of the White County 8U team, top photo, show off the hardware after winning the Class C state title last Saturday in Cleveland. The team members are, from left, Ellie Jane Miller, Collins Coker, Breckan Milligan, Leilah Brown, Averie Morgan, Kamryn Pressley, Warryn Giles, Charli Vandiver, Madison Worley and Lily Thomas.

Members of the White County 8U team, top photo, show off the hardware after winning the Class C state title last Saturday in Cleveland. The team members are, from left, Ellie Jane Miller, Collins Coker, Breckan Milligan, Leilah Brown, Averie Morgan, Kamryn Pressley, Warryn Giles, Charli Vandiver, Madison Worley and Lily Thomas.

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Lady Warriors win 8U state crown

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026
by Mark Turner   The White County 8U All-Star girl's basketball team capped off a stellar post-season run by winning the Georgia Recreation and Park Association Class C state championship.
Zach Godfrey,left, Jack Clark and Easton Drew all won state titles at the GACA state weight lifting event last weekend in Heard County. WCHS FOOTBALL/SPECIAL

Zach Godfrey,left, Jack Clark and Easton Drew all won state titles at the GACA state weight lifting event last weekend in Heard County. WCHS FOOTBALL/SPECIAL

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WCHS athletes win state weight lifting

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026
by Mark Turner    A group of White County High School athletes competed in the Georgia Athletic Coaches Association's Lee Murray Weight Lifting State Championships last weekend at Heard County High School.
Tyler Ramos, top, was the runner-up at 125 pounds at the AAC tournament. TMU ATHLETICS/SPECIAL

Tyler Ramos, top, was the runner-up at 125 pounds at the AAC tournament. TMU ATHLETICS/SPECIAL

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TMU trio headed to national tourney

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
The Truett McConnell University wrestling team recently competed in the Appalachian Athletic Conference Wrestling Championship, where the Bears finished in fifth place overall out of 10 teams, recording 62 team points. Life University, the No.