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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.
Hunter Smith has posted back-to-back state runner-up performances at the Class AAA state tournament and is ranked No. 1 in his weight division to start the season. MARK TURNER/WCN

Hunter Smith has posted back-to-back state runner-up performances at the Class AAA state tournament and is ranked No. 1 in his weight division to start the season. MARK TURNER/WCN

WCHS wrestlers eye area, state success

by Mark Turner The White County High School wrestling team is coming off one of the best seasons in school and history, so the expectations are high as the 2025-26 season begins.
Jossleyn Burke heads to the basket during the Lady Warriors' win over North Gwinnett last Saturday at the 400 Showdown at Dawson County High School. MARK TURNER/WCN

Jossleyn Burke heads to the basket during the Lady Warriors' win over North Gwinnett last Saturday at the 400 Showdown at Dawson County High School. MARK TURNER/WCN

Lady Warriors knock off No. 3 Rabun

by Mark Turner It's been a good opening week for the White County girl's basketball team as the Lady Warriors are off to a 2-0 start.