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Warrior runners make podium push

Mark Turner

Thursday, August 29, 2019

Last year, the White County High School cross country program made history at the Class AAAA state meet. For the first time in program history, the girls and boys teams both posted Top 5 finishes at the Georgia State Cross Country Championships.

Jared Julian is a part of a talented and experienced group of linebackers. (Photos/Mark Turner)

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Warriors prepared for start of new season

Mark Turner

Thursday, August 22, 2019

In nine days, the White County Warriors will kick off the 2019 high school football season.There are plenty of questions about the upcoming season, and the Warriors hope to provide some answers starting with the season-opening matchup with Lumpkin County.

A large contingent of White County athletes participated in the Special Olympics Georgia State Masters Bowling Tournament. last weekend in Warner Robins. White County had 12 athletes competing in singles competition, which included more than 1,000 athletes from around the state. The White County group brought home nine gold medals, two silver medals and a bronze medal. The local athletes competing in the event were, front from left, Charlie Head, Trey Ward, Mary Goodman, Brian Head, and Brittany Freeman; ba

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WC athletes excel at Special Olympics state bowling tourney

News Staff

Thursday, August 22, 2019

The Friday Night Lights will turn on for the White County Warriors in just over a week when Lumpkin County comes to Cleveland for the 2019 football season opener on Aug. 30.

Warriors rebuild for another playoff chase

Mark Turner

Thursday, August 22, 2019

The Friday Night Lights will turn on for the White County Warriors in just over a week when Lumpkin County comes to Cleveland for the 2019 football season opener on Aug. 30.

Offensive lineman Jacob Anderson, left, works against Eli Godfrey during an 11-on-11 drill at practice last week. (Photos/Mark Turner)

Warriors, Indians meet in Toccoa for scrimmage

Mark Turner

Thursday, August 15, 2019

Are you ready for some Thursday Night Football? The White County Warriors are, and they'll get a chance to get on the field tonight in Toccoa, taking on Stephens County in a pre-season scrimmage.

Last winter, the White County Lady Warriors put together the most successful season in the history of the school's volleyball program.

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Past success sparks high hopes

Mark Turner

Thursday, August 15, 2019

Last winter, the White County Lady Warriors put together the most successful season in the history of the school's volleyball program. The WCHS squad put together a 20-12 run during the 2018 campaign, finishing third in the 7-AAAA tournament and earning a spot in the Class AAAA state tournament.

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District 7 Pickleball tourney this weekend

News Staff

Thursday, August 8, 2019

The Georgia Recreation and Park Association District 7 Pickleball Playoffs will be held this weekend at the White County Recreation Department complex. The district tournament kicks off Friday, Aug. 9, with play concluding on Sunday, Aug. 11.

WCHS head coach Drew Owens, middle, and the Lady Warriors are looking to make another playoff run this fall. (Photo/Mark Turner)

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Lady Warriors' depth key to 2019 hopes

Mark Turner

Thursday, August 8, 2019

For the White County softball program, the goal never changes. The Lady Warriors want to compete for a region title and play in the state tournament every year, and the 2019 season is no different.

Jaquez Williams, No. 52, opens up a running lane for Cory Ezzard, No. 22, during an 11-on-11 period Tuesday morning. (Photos/Mark Turner)

Warriors put on the pads

Mark Turner

Thursday, August 8, 2019

In a week, the White County Warriors will step on the football field for the first time against a team wearing a different color uniform. Next Thursday, Aug. 15, the Warriors head to Toccoa for a preseason scrimmage with the Stephens County Indians.

Lady Warrior softball (Photo/Mark Turner)

Sports Calendar: Aug. 1 to 8

News Staff

Thursday, August 1, 2019

Friday, Aug. 2 WCHS Softball Warriors vs. Lumpkin 5:55 p.m. - Cleveland JV vs. Lumpkin 4:30 p.m. - Cleveland Monday, Aug. 5 WCHS Softball Warriors vs. Rabun County 5:55 p.m. - Cleveland JV vs. Rabun County 4:30 p.m. - Cleveland Tuesday, Aug. 6 WCHS Softball Warriors vs.