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Hot bats keep Lady Cougars in winning ways

News Staff
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
By John Spargo The Copper Basin Lady Cougars finally came home to play after a five-game road trip. One thing didn’t change however, and that was the hot bats that they’ve been swinging of late.
Rebel Bristol Hughes throws a pitch from the mound in recent Fannin County baseball action.

Rebel Bristol Hughes throws a pitch from the mound in recent Fannin County baseball action.

Rebels fall short at home

Jenna Young
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
The Rebels baseball team hosted Haralson County for their last home region match up Tuesday, April 18. Fannin came off the field with a 7-2 loss. Haralson took a quick lead with three runs in the first inning while Fannin’s Clay Heaton fought for Rebel run.
The Fannin County women’s soccer team smiles together after securing their playoff spot. Shown are, from left, front row, Natalie Middleton, Jordan Golden, Adia Galloway, Ivy Hyde, Madison Ponton and Maya Butler; middle row, Shaylee Jones, Nadia Rosas-Leal, Caroline Young, Karmah Eaton, Stephanie Kirk and Reese Lewis; back row, Assistant Coach Jordan Deal, Jayda Foster, Alexandria Foster and Head Coach Nancy Jessen; and not pictured, Emma Richardson and GiGi Torres.

The Fannin County women’s soccer team smiles together after securing their playoff spot. Shown are, from left, front row, Natalie Middleton, Jordan Golden, Adia Galloway, Ivy Hyde, Madison Ponton and Maya Butler; middle row, Shaylee Jones, Nadia Rosas-Leal, Caroline Young, Karmah Eaton, Stephanie Kirk and Reese Lewis; back row, Assistant Coach Jordan Deal, Jayda Foster, Alexandria Foster and Head Coach Nancy Jessen; and not pictured, Emma Richardson and GiGi Torres.

Soccer season ends in playoffs

Jenna Young
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
The Lady Rebels soccer team wrapped up their 2023 season with a 0-10 loss to Fellowship Christian School Thursday, April 13, in the first round of the Georgia High School Association State playoffs.
Fannin’s Bryce Burnette swings from the batter’s box in recent Rebel baseball action.

Fannin’s Bryce Burnette swings from the batter’s box in recent Rebel baseball action.

Fannin drops pair of games to region foe

Jenna Young
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
The Fannin Rebels’ baseball team hosted region opponent Model for a doubleheader Thursday, April 13, and took two losses despite their efforts. The Rebels put up a fight during the first game, only to take a 4-5 loss.
Jordan Farmer goes up for a basket against Pickens County during his high school basketball career.

Jordan Farmer goes up for a basket against Pickens County during his high school basketball career.

Jordan Farmer youngest Hall of Fame member

News Staff
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
By Mike Harper At the ripe old age of 31, Jordan Farmer becomes the youngest member of the Fannin County Sports Hall of Fame. He joins his father Johnny and uncles Gregg and Tony, as a member of the group honoring the best of the best athletes and coaches in the history of Fannin County.
Senior Matthew Crowder, center, placed third in shot put at the Marietta High School Spring Break Invitational. Crowder is pictured with Coach Lucas Roof, left, and Head Coach Miranda Roof, right.

Senior Matthew Crowder, center, placed third in shot put at the Marietta High School Spring Break Invitational. Crowder is pictured with Coach Lucas Roof, left, and Head Coach Miranda Roof, right.

Track and field stars shine for Fannin County

Jenna Young
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Many of the Fannin County High School (FCHS) track and field athletes competed in the Spring Break Showdown Invitational at Marietta High School Saturday, April 1. Head Coach Miranda Roof said, “They all performed amazingly and represented FCHS track and field with excellence.
Rebel Gaige Foster steps up to bat in the region win over Gordon Central Tuesday, April 4. | Photo Courtesy of Teresa Martin

Rebel Gaige Foster steps up to bat in the region win over Gordon Central Tuesday, April 4. | Photo Courtesy of Teresa Martin

Rebels dominate Gordon Central

Jenna Young
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
The Rebels baseball team took home two double-digit wins over Gordon Central (GC) Monday, April 3. During the first game, Fannin outscored GC 12-1. Seven Rebels added those 12 runs over seven innings. Carson Callihan and Gaige Foster found home during the first.
Logan Daves pictured in action at Georgia Southern University during his collegiate football career as an offensive lineman.

Logan Daves pictured in action at Georgia Southern University during his collegiate football career as an offensive lineman.

Logan Daves continues Class of 2007 tradition

News Staff
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
By Mike Harper Logan Daves began his football career as an eighth grader at Fannin County Middle School. His accomplishments over the next decade have earned him a spot in the 2023 induction class of the Fannin County Sports Hall of Fame.
Senior Conner Martin steps up to bat in recent Fannin Rebel baseball action.

Senior Conner Martin steps up to bat in recent Fannin Rebel baseball action.

Rockmart takes double header from Fannin

Jenna Young
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
The Rebels’ baseball team faced Rockmart in a double header Friday, March 31, but went home with two losses, 4-7 and 1-13. During the first game, Bryson Holloway, Carson Callihan, Conner Martin, Gavin Davis, Clay Heaton and Paul Stroemer all racked up hits for a Fannin total of nine.