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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.
Connor Kimsey, left, and Justus Hamby, right, were awarded for being All-District first team selections.

Connor Kimsey, left, and Justus Hamby, right, were awarded for being All-District first team selections.

Copper Basin advances with win over Lookout Valley

News Staff
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
By John Spargo Copper Basin’s boys basketball looked to end the district tournament on a good note as they took on Lookout Valley Thursday, February 16 in Chattanooga. The Cougars got off to a great start in the first half and never trailed, outclassing the Yellow Jackets 66-35.
The Lady Cougars basketball team smiled together after being awarded the District Runner-Up plaque after the game Friday, February 17. Shown are, from left, Alyvia Harris, Lexy Jory, Brilee Harris, Sarah Collis, Cora Kimsey, Peyton Grabowski, Riley Akens, Peyton Williamson, Destiny Pittman, Alexis Hyatt, Sapporiah Ross, Riley Hall, Kendra Deal and Zoe Green.

The Lady Cougars basketball team smiled together after being awarded the District Runner-Up plaque after the game Friday, February 17. Shown are, from left, Alyvia Harris, Lexy Jory, Brilee Harris, Sarah Collis, Cora Kimsey, Peyton Grabowski, Riley Akens, Peyton Williamson, Destiny Pittman, Alexis Hyatt, Sapporiah Ross, Riley Hall, Kendra Deal and Zoe Green.

Lady Cougars fall to Sale Creek in tourney title game

News Staff
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
By John Spargo The Copper Basin Lady Cougars looked to wrap up another District 5 Class A Tournament title Friday, February 17, as they took on Sale Creek at Copper Basin High School. The game stayed close for all four quarters, but the Lady Panthers pulled away late to upset Copper Basin 33-30.
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Rebels win state titles: team second

Jenna Young
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
The Fannin County Rebel wrestlers made their marks at the GHSA Traditional State Championships in Macon, Georgia, Februaruy 16, 17 and 18. Eight of 12 State Qualifiers placed on the podium making it the single greatest program performance at the state tournament.
Addison Hook’s family joined him Wednesday morning, February 1, as he signed his Letter of Intent to play football for Union College. Pictured, from left, front row, are Courtney, Addison, and Jason Hook; and back, Billie Queen, Alex Johnson, Cindy Suits and Logan Suits.

Addison Hook’s family joined him Wednesday morning, February 1, as he signed his Letter of Intent to play football for Union College. Pictured, from left, front row, are Courtney, Addison, and Jason Hook; and back, Billie Queen, Alex Johnson, Cindy Suits and Logan Suits.

Cougars’ Addison Hook signs with Union College

Hannah Jack
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Copper Basin High School Senior Addison Hook is making big plans for his future as he signed a Letter of Intent Wednesday morning, February 1, to play football for Union College in Barbourville, Kentucky.