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Corbin Davenport went high in the air for the Fannin County Rebels to make this catch against the visiting Murphy High School Bulldogs Friday night at the Fannin County stadium.

Corbin Davenport went high in the air for the Fannin County Rebels to make this catch against the visiting Murphy High School Bulldogs Friday night at the Fannin County stadium.

Rebels roll over Murphy 56-30

Jenna Young
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
The Fannin County Rebels football team earned a big 56-30 victory against the Murphy (North Carolina) Bulldogs Friday night at the Fannin County High School stadium.
Zechariah Prater extends his lead during the Cookies ‘n Quotes race at Tallulah Falls High School Tuesday, September 6.

Zechariah Prater extends his lead during the Cookies ‘n Quotes race at Tallulah Falls High School Tuesday, September 6.

Holloway, Prater set pace

Jenna Young
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
The Fannin County High School (FCHS) cross country team travelled to Carrollton Saturday, September 10, to compete in the Carrollton Orthopaedic Invitational. It was another wet day on the race course for both teams. The girls’ team ran first with 179 athletes.
The Lady Rebels softball team gets warmed up and ready to play at a recent game. Shown are, from left, Krislyn Odom, Natalie Herendon, Rachel Adams, Sydney German, Aaleyah Rogers and Chesley Frye kneeling.

The Lady Rebels softball team gets warmed up and ready to play at a recent game. Shown are, from left, Krislyn Odom, Natalie Herendon, Rachel Adams, Sydney German, Aaleyah Rogers and Chesley Frye kneeling.

Rockmart too tough for Lady Rebels

Jenna Young
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
The Lady Rebels softball team competed against region opponent the Rockmart Lady Jackets and fell 8-0. During the first inning, the Lady Rebels got three quick out as Natalie Herendon struck out the first two and then Zoe Putnam caught the third.
Sarah Collis (7) jumps up to hit the ball while Taylee Hall (99) plays in coverage for the Lady Cougars volleyball team Tuesday, September 6, in their match against Lookout Valley.

Sarah Collis (7) jumps up to hit the ball while Taylee Hall (99) plays in coverage for the Lady Cougars volleyball team Tuesday, September 6, in their match against Lookout Valley.

Basin beats Lookout Valley

News Staff
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
Copper Basin’s Lady Cougars volleyball team hosted Lookout Valley Tuesday, September 6, for a huge district match up for both teams. To get the night off to a good start, Basin’s junior varsity beat the Yellow Jackets in two sets, 25-7 and 25-18.
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Copper Basin falls to district foe Whitwell in home opener

News Staff
Tuesday, September 6, 2022
The Copper Basin Cougars started region 3-A play Friday, September 2, as they welcomed the Whitwell Tigers on a damp and misty night at Copper Basin High School. Whitwell’s offense scored first and their defense won the turnover battle, and the Tigers headed back home with a 50-0 win.
The Fannin County High School Boy’s Cross Country team was photographed after their race at Meek Park Tuesday, August 30. Shown are, front left, James Kyle, Sam Jabaley, Luke Callihan, Benjamin Bloch, Brady Smith, Gavin Davis, Zechariah Prater and Connor Kyle.

The Fannin County High School Boy’s Cross Country team was photographed after their race at Meek Park Tuesday, August 30. Shown are, front left, James Kyle, Sam Jabaley, Luke Callihan, Benjamin Bloch, Brady Smith, Gavin Davis, Zechariah Prater and Connor Kyle.

Fannin cross country team competes at Meeks Park

Jenna Young
Tuesday, September 6, 2022
The Fannin County High School (FCHS) Cross Country team traveled to Meeks Park Friday, August 26 to compete. The girl’s team placed third with Lindsey Holloway taking home a medal for second place.
Braden Taylor (10) jumps fully extended in an effort to block a punt by Pickens County while Nate Maloof (63) stays in coverage.

Braden Taylor (10) jumps fully extended in an effort to block a punt by Pickens County while Nate Maloof (63) stays in coverage.

Fannin rolls over Pickens 38-12

Jenna Young
Tuesday, September 6, 2022
The Fannin County High School football team earned their first win with a 38-12 victory over Pickens County at the Rebels first home game of the season. The Rebels started on offense as Corbin Davenport returned the ball for the Rebels. Davenport made a five yard gain after the initial return.
John Spargo, left, awards last year’s Fearless Football Forecaster champion Eddie O’Neal, right, with the championship t-shirt.

John Spargo, left, awards last year’s Fearless Football Forecaster champion Eddie O’Neal, right, with the championship t-shirt.

Fearless Forecasters set sights on title

News Staff
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
By John Spargo The 2022 football season is finally here, and while it’s exciting to look ahead at the new season, let’s take a look back at the 2021 season and the exciting finish we had in the Fearless Football Forecasters (FFF).
Carson Callihan, left, carries the ball up the field for the Rebels while Cooper Born (14), right, clears a path for him during the game against Gilmer County Friday, August 26.

Carson Callihan, left, carries the ball up the field for the Rebels while Cooper Born (14), right, clears a path for him during the game against Gilmer County Friday, August 26.

Road trip to Gilmer County ends with 49-35 Rebel loss

Jenna Young
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
The Fannin County High School Rebels traveled to Gilmer County for their second week match up against the Bobcats, only to fall 49-65 in a long-fought football game. The Rebels began the game on offense with sophomore Elijah Weaver at quarterback.
Joselyn Wood (19) slides into third during the match-up against Murray County Thursday, August 25.

Joselyn Wood (19) slides into third during the match-up against Murray County Thursday, August 25.

Lady Rebels post 9-5 win over Murray

Jenna Young
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
Fannin County’s Lady Rebels softball team earned another region win against Murray County Thursday, August 25. The Lady Rebels started off hot with three quick outs, one of those a strike out. Natalie Herendon started as pitcher.