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Submitted photo - Fannin County Lady Rebel basketball team members Albany Cole, Izzie Jabaley, Avi Ethington, Maggie Ledford and Reese Lewis each received All-Region Team Honors and were recognized at the team's annual banquet May 12.

Submitted photo - Fannin County Lady Rebel basketball team members Albany Cole, Izzie Jabaley, Avi Ethington, Maggie Ledford and Reese Lewis each received All-Region Team Honors and were recognized at the team's annual banquet May 12.

Rebels basketball players get season awards

Jason Queen
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Fannin County High School's basketball teams held their annual banquet May 12 to recognize individual efforts for the 2025-26 season. Special awards were given to both teams.For the boys, the Sixth Man Award was given to co-winners Cannon Holloway and Kolby Kaylor.
Photo by Allstar Photos - Riley Akens was 3-for-3 with three RBIs against Bradford May 20. She is shown in recent action. Copper Basin reached the final four, but lost to Eagleville May 21.

Photo by Allstar Photos - Riley Akens was 3-for-3 with three RBIs against Bradford May 20. She is shown in recent action. Copper Basin reached the final four, but lost to Eagleville May 21.

Lady Cougars’ season ends in Final Four

Jason Queen
Thursday, May 28, 2026
The historic softball season for the Copper Basin High School Lady Cougars ended Thursday with a 6-0 loss to the Eagleville Lady Eagles May 21. However, the Lady Cougars enjoyed the ride every step of the way.“It was one of the best seasons.
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Lady Rebels headed for State

Glenn Harbison
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Ten Fannin County High School Lady Rebels Track & Field team members, plus three relay teams have qualified for the State Championships.The athletes competed at the State Sectionals Monday, May 4, in Bremen, Georgia, and placed in the top eight in their respective event(s).
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Rebels earn spots at State championships

Glenn Harbison
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Eight members of the Fannin County High School Rebels Track & Field team in addition to two relay teams have qualified to compete in the Georgia High School Association State Championships.
Fannin Lady Rebel Lily Williams (17) goes for the kick while Natalie Middleton (5) looks on.

Fannin Lady Rebel Lily Williams (17) goes for the kick while Natalie Middleton (5) looks on.

Lady Rebels season is over

Jason Queen
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
The Fannin County Lady Rebels soccer team’s season came to an end at Lamar County May 5 in the Elite 8 state playoff round. The Lady Rebels lost the tough and aggressive game 4-0.“I thought we were evenly matched. I felt like it was a competitive game.
Fannin high bass fisherman Austin Rogers (left) and Gabe Pirkle (right) won second place in a tournament May 3 in Gainesville.

Fannin high bass fisherman Austin Rogers (left) and Gabe Pirkle (right) won second place in a tournament May 3 in Gainesville.

Anglers place high at Lake Lanier

Jason Queen
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Freshman anglers Gabe Pirkle and Austin Rogers from Fannin County High Schools Fishing Club competed in a Georgia High School Fishing Series Tournament at Laurel Park on Lake Lanier in Gainesville May 3 and came home in second place.Rogers and Pirkle’s combined for a total weight of 18.42 lbs.
Fannin County Middle School students Elizabeth Evans and Lila Roof competed in the Middle School Track & Field State Championships.

Fannin County Middle School students Elizabeth Evans and Lila Roof competed in the Middle School Track & Field State Championships.

Middle school runners shine at state

News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Several Fannin County Middle School Track & Field athletes went up against the highest level of competition from around Georgia at the Middle School Track & Field State Championships Friday, April 24, and Saturday, April 25.
Fannin High School Rebel Gage Flowers drives the ball down the open field to gain the advantage in recent action at home.

Fannin High School Rebel Gage Flowers drives the ball down the open field to gain the advantage in recent action at home.

Rebels capture region title

Jason Queen
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
The Fannin County High School boys soccer team is the 2026 Region 7A D-1 champions with a decisive regular season victory March 31 over the defending 2025 state champion Armuchee Indians, combined with Coosa’s win over Dalton Academy on April 2.
Fannin County Lady Rebel Marinn Denton (10) battles for the ball with a recent opponent at home.

Fannin County Lady Rebel Marinn Denton (10) battles for the ball with a recent opponent at home.

Lady Rebels win region

Jason Queen
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
The Fannin County High School Lady Rebels soccer team is Region 7A D-1 Champions for 2026. “I’m so proud of the girls,” Head Coach Nancy Jessen said. “I’m so happy for them.” The championship is the result of a huge 3-1 win over Armuchee March 31. The game was a solid team effort.
Saige Turner (center) and Mckinley Lord (right) out ran their Rabun County opponent in action at home March 30.

Saige Turner (center) and Mckinley Lord (right) out ran their Rabun County opponent in action at home March 30.

Lady Rebels defeat Rabun in Senior Night showdown

News Staff
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
The Fannin County High School Lady Rebels Track & Field Team defeated Rabun County High School at Fannin’s home meet Monday, March 30. The meet included the Senior Night celebration. The top two athletes and first place relay teams scored points for the team.