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Carson Callihan slides into home plate for an “in-the-park” home run Saturday, March 18.

Carson Callihan slides into home plate for an “in-the-park” home run Saturday, March 18.

Rebels roll over Murray in double header

Jenna Young
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
The Rebels’ baseball team was back in action Saturday, March 18 as they defeated Murray County in a double header, 12-1 and 10-2. During the first game, Bryson Holloway, Carson Callihan and Conner Martin started the offensive momentum with runs in the first inning.
Doug Davenport received his first coaching job at Gilmer County in 1974 after earning a Bachelors Degree in Health and Physical Education from the University of Georgia.

Doug Davenport received his first coaching job at Gilmer County in 1974 after earning a Bachelors Degree in Health and Physical Education from the University of Georgia.

Doug Davenport: Catching his football dream

News Staff
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
By Mike Harper When he reported for the first day of practice for the 1969 football season, senior Doug Davenport was greeted by first year coach, Doug Griffin.
Lady Rebel Emma Richardson battles for the ball in recent Fannin soccer action.

Lady Rebel Emma Richardson battles for the ball in recent Fannin soccer action.

Fannin posts 3 wins

Jenna Young
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Fannin County Women’s soccer is off to a 3-5-2 start and are 3-3 in Region 7 AA.
Carson Callihan steps up to bat in recent Rebel baseball action. Callihan earned four runs from four hits in the victory over Gilmer Monday, March 6.

Carson Callihan steps up to bat in recent Rebel baseball action. Callihan earned four runs from four hits in the victory over Gilmer Monday, March 6.

Rebels dominate Gilmer Bobcats in 7-1 decision

Jenna Young
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
The Rebels baseball team dominated the Gilmer County Bobcats 7-1, Monday, March 6. Bristol Hughes started on the mound for Fannin. During the first inning, the Rebels found three quick outs. Then, Carson Callihan doubled on a fly ball followed by Gaige Foster’s single.
A.J. Fitchett is shown as he signs his letter of intent last week to play football for Union College in Barbourville, Kentucky. Shown during the ceremony are, from left, seated, Jadyn Fitchett, Jaclyn Miles, Fitchett, Susan Miles and Allen Miles; and standing, Copper Basin Head Football Coach Chad Grabowski.

A.J. Fitchett is shown as he signs his letter of intent last week to play football for Union College in Barbourville, Kentucky. Shown during the ceremony are, from left, seated, Jadyn Fitchett, Jaclyn Miles, Fitchett, Susan Miles and Allen Miles; and standing, Copper Basin Head Football Coach Chad Grabowski.

Basin’s Fitchett signs with Union

News Staff
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
By John Spargo Copper Basin Cougar senior football player A.J. Fitchett recently signed papers to continue his football career at Union College in Barbourville, Kentucky, joining current Cougar and Bulldog signee Addison Hook, as well as former Cougar Bryson Grabowski.
Jack Myers and Roscoe Nash work together as East Fannin Coaches in 1965.

Jack Myers and Roscoe Nash work together as East Fannin Coaches in 1965.

Jack Myers: A legendary, larger than life figure

News Staff
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
By Mike Harper One of the most popular features in the history of Readers’ Digest magazine is a series written by various guest writers titled ‘The Most Unforgettable Character I Have Ever Met.
Fannin County High School hosted the GACA Area 5 Weight Lifiting Competition Saturday, March 4. The Fannin team placed first overall in the competition and many placed in their weight class. Shown are, from left, first row, Jacob Dye, Drake Cantrell, Cooper Hilliard, Davis Tankersley, Brayden Turner, Cade Sands, Jeremy Tammen, Andrew Waldrep and Nate Maloof; second row, Lawson Sullivan, Carson Callihan, Clay Heaton, Cooper Born and Case Holloway; third row, Jackson Thigpen, Jacob Green, Cannon Holloway, Vin

Fannin County High School hosted the GACA Area 5 Weight Lifiting Competition Saturday, March 4. The Fannin team placed first overall in the competition and many placed in their weight class. Shown are, from left, first row, Jacob Dye, Drake Cantrell, Cooper Hilliard, Davis Tankersley, Brayden Turner, Cade Sands, Jeremy Tammen, Andrew Waldrep and Nate Maloof; second row, Lawson Sullivan, Carson Callihan, Clay Heaton, Cooper Born and Case Holloway; third row, Jackson Thigpen, Jacob Green, Cannon Holloway, Vin

Fannin weightlifters head to state competition

Jenna Young
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Fannin County High School hosted the Georgia Athletic Coaches Association (GACA) Area 5 Weight Lifting Competition and the Rebel weightlifters showed up and showed out. The team placed first in the competition over teams from Pepperell, Habersham, Lafayette, Ridgeland and Lumpkin.
Lady Cougar Alexis Hyatt (#21) elevates for a contested two in recent Copper Basin basketball action.

Lady Cougar Alexis Hyatt (#21) elevates for a contested two in recent Copper Basin basketball action.

Lady Cougars advance in post season tourney

News Staff
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
The Copper Basin Lady Cougars looked to keep moving on in the postseason as they hosted South Pittsburg Friday, February 24. Looking to wrap up a spot in the regional semi-finals, Copper Basin used a stifling defense and made quick work of the Lady Pirates 45-33.
Billy Brackett

Billy Brackett

Billy Brackett named athletic director at MACA

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Billy Brackett is the new athletic director at Mountain Area Christian Academy (MACA) just outside Morganton. Brackett started his new role with the intention of growing the Christian school’s athletic program. “I am super excited about being a part of the MACA family.
Lady Rebels Senior Reigan O’Neal (#5) shoots for a contested two in recent Fannin basketball action.

Lady Rebels Senior Reigan O’Neal (#5) shoots for a contested two in recent Fannin basketball action.

Lady Rebels’ season ends

Jenna Young
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
The Fannin County Women’s basketball team wrapped up their 20-9 season in the Sweet Sixteen with a 79 to 55 loss the Landmark Christian Academy (LCA). The Lady Rebels put in 13 points during the first quarter. Senior Ellie Cook led with a long shot for three and a basket for two.