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The Fannin County HIgh School baseball All-Region Selections for Region 7AA. Shown are, top from left, Bryson Holloway, Jake Kuna, Hayden Danner, Jason Pearson and Sawyer Moreland and bottom from left, Jordan Bennett, Connor Martin and Chance Stacey.

The Fannin County HIgh School baseball All-Region Selections for Region 7AA. Shown are, top from left, Bryson Holloway, Jake Kuna, Hayden Danner, Jason Pearson and Sawyer Moreland and bottom from left, Jordan Bennett, Connor Martin and Chance Stacey.

Fannin Rebel baseball players honored

Jenna Young
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
Nine Fannin County baseball Rebels were honored for their outstanding efforts this season, as they made the 2022 Region 7-AA All Region Team. Senior pitcher Jason Pearson, junior catcher Hayden Danner, and senior outfielder Sawyer Moreland were all voted onto the first team.
The News Observer

The News Observer

Eli White setting baseball pace

Jenna Young
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Copper Basin High School senior student athlete Eli White has made his mark on Tennessee High School baseball with the  batting average of .667, which is first in all classifications in Tennessee. He is also tied for fifteenth in the United States.
Fannin County’s Karmah Eaton (9) moves the ball against a Pace defender in the Lady Rebels state playoff match April 25. Taylor Poland (7), who had four steals in the match, follows the play.

Fannin County’s Karmah Eaton (9) moves the ball against a Pace defender in the Lady Rebels state playoff match April 25. Taylor Poland (7), who had four steals in the match, follows the play.

Lady Rebels season ends with 16-2 record

Jenna Young
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
The Fannin County High School Lady Rebels soccer team wrapped up their 16-2 season Monday April 25 at their home field with an 8-0 to Pace Academy in the third round of 2AA State Playoffs,. The team combined for 30 defensive steals against Pace Academy.
Shown are the Fannin County High School Track and Field Men’s and Women’s Sectional Qualifiers. THe Sectional Meet will take place at Pace Academy Saturday, May 7.

Shown are the Fannin County High School Track and Field Men’s and Women’s Sectional Qualifiers. THe Sectional Meet will take place at Pace Academy Saturday, May 7.

Fannin track stars advance to sectionals

Jenna Young
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
The Fannin County High School track teams ended their regular season as Region 7AA Runner-ups at the Regional Meet at Gordon Central High School Monday, April 25 and Wednesday, April 27. Between both teams, 15 individuals and six teams qualified for State Sectionals.
Reagan York, second from right, is all smiles after signing her letter of intent to play college basketball at Piedmont University. The signing ceremony took place Sunday, April 24, in the Fannin County High School gym. York is shown with from left, her father, Richard York, her brother, Hudson York, and her mother, Shannon York.

Reagan York, second from right, is all smiles after signing her letter of intent to play college basketball at Piedmont University. The signing ceremony took place Sunday, April 24, in the Fannin County High School gym. York is shown with from left, her father, Richard York, her brother, Hudson York, and her mother, Shannon York.

Reagan York signs to play basketball at Piedmont Univ.

Jenna Young
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
Fannin County High School (FCHS) senior Reagan York signed her letter of intent Sunday, April 24, to play college basketball at Piedmont University. York has played basketball at FCHS all four years of her high school career.
Senior Jordan Bennett was escorted by Reagan Teague, Alison and Erik Bennett, Ashley and Caleb Sparks, Zander Sparks, and Abbey Sparks.

Senior Jordan Bennett was escorted by Reagan Teague, Alison and Erik Bennett, Ashley and Caleb Sparks, Zander Sparks, and Abbey Sparks.

Baseball seniors honored

News Staff
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
Senior members of the Fannin County High School Rebel baseball team were honored following the region contest with Chattooga Tuesday, April 19. (Photos courtesy of Teresa Martin)
Senior goalkeeper Rachael Jessen boots a goal kick during the Sweet Sixteen game against Thomasville, Wednesday, April 20.

Senior goalkeeper Rachael Jessen boots a goal kick during the Sweet Sixteen game against Thomasville, Wednesday, April 20.

Lady Rebels win 4-1 to advance to Elite 8

Jenna Young
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
The Fannin County High School (FCHS) Lady Rebels made history with a big 4-1 win over Thomasville to advance to the Elite Eight in the state championship hunt. Nerves were at an all-time high as the first half started with both teams battling for ground.
The News Observer

The News Observer

DNR changes turkey limit

Jenna Young
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources released a bag limit change for the 2022 turkey season. “Only one gobbler may be taken per hunter per day, and a season total of two gobblers. On Wildlife Management Areas and National Forest land, the bag limit is one gobbler per area.
Patty Callihan’s plaque was received by family and teammates at the Sports Hall of Fame Ceremony April 9.

Patty Callihan’s plaque was received by family and teammates at the Sports Hall of Fame Ceremony April 9.

Fannin Sports Hall of Fame holds ceremony

Jenna Young
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
The Fannin County Sports Hall of Fame (FCSHOF) held its 2022 Induction Ceremony Saturday, April 9, in the Epworth Community Building and school auditorium.
Lady Rebel Emma Richardson smiles wide and celebrates with teammate Cali Tuggle (#17) and Stephanie Kirk (#13) after scoring a goal against Haralson County Thursday, April 14. The Lady Rebels won the game 9-0 and will continue to the second round of the state playoffs Wednesday, April 20.

Lady Rebel Emma Richardson smiles wide and celebrates with teammate Cali Tuggle (#17) and Stephanie Kirk (#13) after scoring a goal against Haralson County Thursday, April 14. The Lady Rebels won the game 9-0 and will continue to the second round of the state playoffs Wednesday, April 20.

Lady Rebels win big

Jenna Young
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
The Fannin County Lady Rebels soccer team secured their spot in the Sweet 16 after a 9-0 victory over Haralson County. The Lady Rebels started off quick with a goal by Mazie Goble, assisted by Madison Ponton just three minutes into the game.