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Braden Taylor (10), Nate Maloof (63), Clay Heaton (44), Cooper Born (14) and Logan Long (77) work hard on defense in the Thursday night’s matchup against Haralson County.

Braden Taylor (10), Nate Maloof (63), Clay Heaton (44), Cooper Born (14) and Logan Long (77) work hard on defense in the Thursday night’s matchup against Haralson County.

Fannin Rebels earn playoff spot

Jenna Young
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
The Fannin Rebels secured a playoff spot with a 49-28 win over Haralson County Thursday, November 3, at Fannin County Stadium. Jack Kantner drove the opening kickoff to the five yard line, and Andrew Waldrep stopped the ball carrier at the 10.
Addison Hook (61) jumps and throws a hand up to try to deflect the pass made by the opposing quarterback.

Addison Hook (61) jumps and throws a hand up to try to deflect the pass made by the opposing quarterback.

South Pittsburg puts end to Copper Basin season

News Staff
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
The Copper Basin ended the 2022 season on the road, as they traveled to South Pittsburg to take on the defending Class A Champion Pirates Friday, October 28.
The Fannin County Middle School girls’ cross country team smile and hold their trophy as Georgia Grand Champions. Shown are, from left, back row. Kensley Pickelsimer, Claire Saxon, Karleigh-Jane Stiles, Lola Temples and Annaleigh Cheatham; and front row, Sydney Ford, Jacquelyn Cline and Sadie Patton.

The Fannin County Middle School girls’ cross country team smile and hold their trophy as Georgia Grand Champions. Shown are, from left, back row. Kensley Pickelsimer, Claire Saxon, Karleigh-Jane Stiles, Lola Temples and Annaleigh Cheatham; and front row, Sydney Ford, Jacquelyn Cline and Sadie Patton.

LADY REBELS WIN STATE

News Staff
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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The Lady Rebels cross country team smiles together after earning first place in the Region 7AA Championship meet in Rome for the third year in a row Tuesday, October 25. Shown are, from left, standing, Monica Cosentino, Kristin Cipich, Shaylee Jones, Olivia Temples and Lindsey Holloway; and kneeling, Karli Sams and Jaclyn Cracknell.

The Lady Rebels cross country team smiles together after earning first place in the Region 7AA Championship meet in Rome for the third year in a row Tuesday, October 25. Shown are, from left, standing, Monica Cosentino, Kristin Cipich, Shaylee Jones, Olivia Temples and Lindsey Holloway; and kneeling, Karli Sams and Jaclyn Cracknell.

Lady Rebels win, Rebels second in region

Jenna Young
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
The Fannin County High School (FCHS) cross country teams traveled to Rome, Georgia to competed in the  Region 7AA Championship meet Tuesday, October 25. Both teams competed in the warm windy conditions, but Lady Rebels brought home the trophy for the third consecutive year in a row.
Libero Maddie Pelfrey (13) watches the ball before her serve during the playoff match this past week.

Libero Maddie Pelfrey (13) watches the ball before her serve during the playoff match this past week.

Lady Rebels earn Sweet 16 spot

Jenna Young
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
The Fannin County High School Lady Rebels volleyball team advanced to the Sweet Sixteen after a hard fought victory over Fellowship Christian Wednesday, October 19. During the first set, the Lady Rebels lost 25 to 15. They almost closed the gap in the second set by just three points.
Avery Crowder (6) keep the ball secure as he breaks away from the defender in Friday night’s victory over the North Georgia Falcons.

Avery Crowder (6) keep the ball secure as he breaks away from the defender in Friday night’s victory over the North Georgia Falcons.

Copper Basin Cougars get first victory

News Staff
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
The Copper Basin Cougars said goodbye to seven seniors as they hosted the North Georgia Falcons for Senior Night Friday, October 21 at Copper Basin High School.
Corbin Davenport (8) runs the ball behind teammates Carson Callihan (25) and Baylor Twiggs (48) as they clear the way in recent action for the Rebels.

Corbin Davenport (8) runs the ball behind teammates Carson Callihan (25) and Baylor Twiggs (48) as they clear the way in recent action for the Rebels.

Rebels post region win over Murray Co.

Jenna Young
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
The Fannin County Rebels football team traveled to Murray County Friday, October 21, and came home with a 42-7 region win over the Murray County Indians. The Rebels started off hot as Bryson Holloway carried the ball to the 35, then ran again to the 47 yard line.
The Lady Rebels volleyball team smile and hold up the “W” after their big Region Championship win against Murray County. Shown are, from left, front row, kneeling manager Ian Delashmitt, Rylee King and Lexi Gravely; middle row, Bailee Stiles, Maggie Ledford, Maddie Pelfrey and Kaylie Davenport; and back row, coach Todd Geren, Kendall Clore, Maddie Usry, head coach Heather Ades, Ava Queen, Peyton Slone, Cali Tuggle. Alanya Dockery, coach Sam Walker and manager Michael Stephens.

The Lady Rebels volleyball team smile and hold up the “W” after their big Region Championship win against Murray County. Shown are, from left, front row, kneeling manager Ian Delashmitt, Rylee King and Lexi Gravely; middle row, Bailee Stiles, Maggie Ledford, Maddie Pelfrey and Kaylie Davenport; and back row, coach Todd Geren, Kendall Clore, Maddie Usry, head coach Heather Ades, Ava Queen, Peyton Slone, Cali Tuggle. Alanya Dockery, coach Sam Walker and manager Michael Stephens.

Lady Rebels win region championship

Jenna Young
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
The Fannin County High School volleyball team clinched the Region 7AA Championship  after defeating Murray County in a best of five series at Murray County High School. Peyton Slone was chosen as Region 7AA Player of the Year.
Bryan Stiles (66) and Jeremy Tammen (71) tackle two North Murray Mountaineers to force a fumble and Brayden Taylor (10) eyes the loose ball and quickly recovers it in last week’s record breaking win for the Fannin Rebels.

Bryan Stiles (66) and Jeremy Tammen (71) tackle two North Murray Mountaineers to force a fumble and Brayden Taylor (10) eyes the loose ball and quickly recovers it in last week’s record breaking win for the Fannin Rebels.

FCHS HOMECOMING 2022

Jenna Young
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
The Fannin County Rebels football team broke the all-time Fannin County scoring record with their 68-42 win against region opponent North Murray Mountaineers Friday night in Blue Ridge. To start the game, the Rebels took over at their own 45 yard line.
The Fannin County High School volleyball team honored their seniors Tuesday, October 4. Senior Ava Queen, middle right, was escorted by, from left, her brother Eli Queen, her mother Tara Queen and her father Jeff Queen.

The Fannin County High School volleyball team honored their seniors Tuesday, October 4. Senior Ava Queen, middle right, was escorted by, from left, her brother Eli Queen, her mother Tara Queen and her father Jeff Queen.

FANNIN HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL SENIORS HONORED

Jenna Young
Tuesday, October 11, 2022