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Kloie Ballew runs down a loose ball for Copper Basin’s Lady Cougars.

Kloie Ballew runs down a loose ball for Copper Basin’s Lady Cougars.

Lady Cougars dominate CSLA

Jason Queen
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
The contest between the Copper Basin’s girls basketball team and Chattanooga School for the Liberal Arts (CSLA) was a close one early, then a complete Lady Cougar domination followed, which led to an 84-23 Basin win at home January 14. The game was competitve early.
Reese Lewis is proving to be a dominate force on offense and defense for Fannin County’s Lady Rebels.

Reese Lewis is proving to be a dominate force on offense and defense for Fannin County’s Lady Rebels.

Davenport, Lewis pace Fannnin victory

Jenna Young
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Braylee Davenport scored 16 points, and Reese Lewis had a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds as the Fannin County Lady Rebels defeated Gordon Central, 88-5, Tuesday, January 13.  The first quarter was the best for Fannin as they outscored Gordon Central 32-2.
Kolton Kaylor scored 21 points in Fannin County’s victory over Dade County.

Kolton Kaylor scored 21 points in Fannin County’s victory over Dade County.

Rebels win big 60-42

Jenna Young
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Kolton Kaylor and Keaton Watkins teamed up to lead the Fannin County Rebels in a win over Dade County, 60-42, Friday, January 16. Watkins scored 10 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, while Kaylor scored 21 points. It was a back-and-forth battle, with seven lead changes throughout the game.
Members of the 2021 Lady Rebels basketball team recognized last Tuesday night were, from left, Coach Randy Hallmark, Reigan O’Neal, Becca Ledford, Mackenzie Johnson-Postell, Prisila Bautista, Olivia Sisson-Rhodes, Natalie Thomas, Ava Queen, Paige Foresman, Courtney Davis, Reagan York, Riley Reeves, Abby Ledford, Jenna Young, Coach Megan Orton and Head Coach Ryan Chastain.

Members of the 2021 Lady Rebels basketball team recognized last Tuesday night were, from left, Coach Randy Hallmark, Reigan O’Neal, Becca Ledford, Mackenzie Johnson-Postell, Prisila Bautista, Olivia Sisson-Rhodes, Natalie Thomas, Ava Queen, Paige Foresman, Courtney Davis, Reagan York, Riley Reeves, Abby Ledford, Jenna Young, Coach Megan Orton and Head Coach Ryan Chastain.

2021 Lady Rebels built today’s foundation

News Staff
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
The 2021 Lady Rebels basketball team was the team that built a strong foundation for continued program success. On the road to achieving a stellar overall final record of 23-5, they had many accomplishments. They were undefeated at home in the regular season and during the state tournament.
Fannin County Lady Rebel Albany Cole lines up for three points against Gordon Lee at home Tuesday, January 6. Cole was the leading scorer that day with 14 total points, including three, three-point shots in the final quarter.

Fannin County Lady Rebel Albany Cole lines up for three points against Gordon Lee at home Tuesday, January 6. Cole was the leading scorer that day with 14 total points, including three, three-point shots in the final quarter.

Cole paces fourth quarter comeback

Jenna Young
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Albany Cole hit three, three point shots in the fourth quarter to pace the Fannin County Lady Rebels comeback win  over visiting Gordon Lee Tuesday, January 6. Cole scored 14 points to set the pace for the victory, joined by Reese Lewis who scored 10 points and grabbed 11 rebounds.
Cora Kimsey puts up two of the 18 points she scored in the Copper Basin victory over cross county rival Polk County in Benton.

Cora Kimsey puts up two of the 18 points she scored in the Copper Basin victory over cross county rival Polk County in Benton.

Lady Cougars defeat Polk County 66-47

Jason Queen
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
The trip to Benton on Monday night January 5 was a successful one for the Copper Basin High School girls basketball team as they routed cross-county rival Polk County High School 66-47.
Maggie Ledford scored 16 points in Fannin’s win over Model.

Maggie Ledford scored 16 points in Fannin’s win over Model.

Five Lady Rebels score in double digits for victory

Jenna Young
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Five Lady Rebels hit double digits in the win over Model High School, Tuesday, December 30, to earn a 69-56 victory. Leading was Reese Lewis, who scored 15 points and grabbed 19 rebounds, and Maggie Ledford, who scored 16 points.
Jamari Dunn is making his mark in state cross country circles and has been named to the All-State All-Freshman Boys Team.

Jamari Dunn is making his mark in state cross country circles and has been named to the All-State All-Freshman Boys Team.

Dunn named to All-State team

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Jamari Dunn has rapidly made his mark across Georgia during his freshman season running with the Fannin County High School cross country team. Dunn has been named to the 2025 All-State Cross Country All-Freshman Boys Team.
Fannin County Middle School seventh grader Alex Evans (#22) shoots against her White County opponent in the team’s Mountain League championship game December 17.

Fannin County Middle School seventh grader Alex Evans (#22) shoots against her White County opponent in the team’s Mountain League championship game December 17.

Seventh grade met goals

Jason Queen
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
The Fannin County Middle School seventh grade girls basketball team had high expectations for the 2025 season and met those goals in a big way. They were crowned the 2025 Mountain League Champions. Head Coach Natasha Anderson said there were no surprises this season.
Fannin County Middle School eighth grader Hadlee Patterson (#24) took a shot against her Lumpkin opponent in the Lady Rebels 34-27 win in the Mountain League Championship game.

Fannin County Middle School eighth grader Hadlee Patterson (#24) took a shot against her Lumpkin opponent in the Lady Rebels 34-27 win in the Mountain League Championship game.

Eighth grade girls overcame challenges

Jason Queen
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
The 14 members of the 2025 Mountain League Champion Fannin County Middle School eighth grade girls basketball team had a remarkable season and it is due to overcoming lots of challenges and never giving up. “I think they learned a lot of valuable lessons not just in basketball, but in life.