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Senior Hayden Danner makes a catch in the GHSA State Playoff game against Fellowship Christian School Monday, April 24.

Senior Hayden Danner makes a catch in the GHSA State Playoff game against Fellowship Christian School Monday, April 24.

Fannin sees season end with pair of playoff losses

Jenna Young
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
The Fannin County High School Rebels baseball team wrapped up their season in the GHSA state playoff match up against the Fellowship Christian School Paladins Monday, April 24, with two losses of 2-5 and 0-2. During the first game, the Rebels were off to a slow start.
Runners line up for the annual Trout Trot Saturday through the twin cities of McCaysville and Copperhill. The race boasts its course through two states.

Runners line up for the annual Trout Trot Saturday through the twin cities of McCaysville and Copperhill. The race boasts its course through two states.

Trout Trot draws over 140 runners

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
The annual Trout Trot, part of the Riverwalk Run Series, brought over 140 runners, with 111 finishing the 5K race through McCaysville and Copperhill this past Saturday, April 29. John Metzgar of Hayesville, North Carolina, was first to cross the finish line in a time of 19:37:7.
The Fannin County High School track and field teams had many athletes medal in the Region 7AA meet at Gordon Central High School Monday, April 24. Shown are, from left, Matthew Crowder, Zechariah Prater, Grayson Willis, Bill Stiles, Nate Smith, Gage Bryan, Reigan O’Neal, Carlee Holloway, Karli Sams, Ava Acker, Lindsey Holloway and Caylee Gaddis.

The Fannin County High School track and field teams had many athletes medal in the Region 7AA meet at Gordon Central High School Monday, April 24. Shown are, from left, Matthew Crowder, Zechariah Prater, Grayson Willis, Bill Stiles, Nate Smith, Gage Bryan, Reigan O’Neal, Carlee Holloway, Karli Sams, Ava Acker, Lindsey Holloway and Caylee Gaddis.

Fannin track and field teams capture medals

Jenna Young
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
The Fannin County High School  track and field athletes traveled to Gordon Central High School for the Region 7AA meet Monday, April 25, and Tuesday, April 26. Fannin had 21 athletes qualify for the State Sectionals meet Saturday, May 6, at Rockmart High School.
Fannin County High School senior Ivy Hyde signed her letter of intent to continue her academic and athletic career as part of the Dalton State College (DSU) women’s soccer team. Hyde plans on pursing a Health and Wellness degree while attending DSU. Shown are, from left, father Chris Hyde, signee Ivy Hyde, and mother Kristi Hyde.

Fannin County High School senior Ivy Hyde signed her letter of intent to continue her academic and athletic career as part of the Dalton State College (DSU) women’s soccer team. Hyde plans on pursing a Health and Wellness degree while attending DSU. Shown are, from left, father Chris Hyde, signee Ivy Hyde, and mother Kristi Hyde.

HYDE TO PLAY AT DALTON STATE

Jenna Young
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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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.