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Cole Gribble puts up a shot for two points in the Fannin County win over Gordon Central Friday night.

Rebels post victory in first region game

Jenna Young

Tuesday, December 5, 2023

The Rebels secured their first region victory 55-39 after battling Gordon Central Friday, December 1, on Fannin’s home court. Ben Bloch had five points in the first quarter.

Courtney Davis scored 22 points to lead the Fannin County Lady Rebels in their victory over Gordon Central.

Lady Rebels win

Jenna Young

Tuesday, December 5, 2023

The Fannin County Lady Rebels captured their first region win with a 74-39 decision over Gordon Central, Friday, December 1. The Lady Rebels controlled the game from the opening tip, never giving up a lead. A strong first half saw Fannin ahead 35-16 at halftime.

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Lady Cougars gain victory over Towns

John Spargo

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

The Copper Basin Lady Cougars tipped off their 2023-2024 season on the road, as they traveled to Hiawassee, Georgia, to take on Towns County Tuesday, November 14. Copper Basin hung tough, but the Lady Indians pulled away in the second half to earn a hard fought 55-47 win.

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Cougars post huge win over Nantahala

John Spargo

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Copper Basin’s Cougar basketball team tipped off their 2023-2024 season Thursday, November 16, as they hosted Nantahala at Copper Basin High School. The Cougars raced out to a 38-8 lead at halftime and coasted the rest of the way, grabbing a 71-34 victory.

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Pass named winner, takes the 2023 FFF title

News Staff

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

It was a wild finish in the Fearless Football Forecasters in week 12, as we had a three-way tie going into the week. Suzianne Pass, Jeff Grimes, and John Spargo were all tied at the top setting up what would be a great finish.

Isaiah Angel reaches for a loose ball during the Fannin County High School Rebels scrimmage against visiting Andrews High School last Wednesday night. The Rebels won the contest 64-53.

Rebels defeat Andrews

Jenna Young

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

The Fannin County High School Rebels won their scrimmage against Andrews High School 64-53 Wednesday, November 15. Senior Ben Bloch led the Rebels with 24 points followed by Jordan Richerson with 16. Freshman Kolton Kaylor put up 9 points. Matthew Ponton gave the Rebels 6 points.

Lady Rebels Albany Cole (2) and Emma Holloway (44) pull down rebounds in Fannin County’s scrimmage against Andrews.

Lady Rebels post huge win

Jenna Young

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

The Fannin County High School Lady Rebels took a 78-18 scrimmage win over Andrews High School Wednesday, November 15. The Lady Rebels controlled the game from the opening tip, never giving up the advantage.

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Rebels end season in first round of playoffs

Jenna Young

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

The Fannin County High School Rebels football team ended their season with a 33-27 playoff loss to North Cobb Christian (NCC) School Eagles Saturday, November 11. The Rebels finished 24th in AA across Georgia with a 3-3 region record and an overall 5-6 mark.

Courtney Davis, fourth from left, has signed her letter of intent to play basketball for Young Harris College. Shown during the official signing ceremony are, from left, Will Davis, Logan Davis, Christal Davis, Davis, Vincent Davis and Jackson Davis.

Courtney Davis signs with Young Harris

Jenna Young

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Lady Rebel Courtney Davis signed her letter of intent to continue her athletic and academic career at Young Harris College.

Several athletes from Mineral Springs Center competed in Fannin County’s Special Olympics basketball event last week. Jay Jenkins is excited after a successful basketball shot.

MINERAL SPRINGS ATHLETES COMPETE

News Staff

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

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