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Senior Cougars Jacob Montgomery (50) and Cody Montgomery (85) were honored at Copper Basin’s senior night Friday, November 1. They are shown with their parents Johnny and Penny Montgomery.

Senior Cougars Jacob Montgomery (50) and Cody Montgomery (85) were honored at Copper Basin’s senior night Friday, November 1. They are shown with their parents Johnny and Penny Montgomery.

Seniors recognized at Copper Basin

News Staff
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
A total of 18 members of the senior class were honored at Copper Basin High School last Friday night prior to the Division 1A Region 3 championship game between the Cougars and South Pittsburg Pirates. The seniors represented the Cougar football team, cheerleading squad, band and golf team.
Cougar Chase Mickens (24) runs the ball while Cody Montgomery (85) looks for a defender to block and Eli Patterson (22) holds off a defender.

Cougar Chase Mickens (24) runs the ball while Cody Montgomery (85) looks for a defender to block and Eli Patterson (22) holds off a defender.

Cougars second in region after loss to Pirates

Glenn Harbison
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
Two early miscues by the Copper Basin offense gave the visiting South Pittsburg Pirates the momentum they needed to score 43 unanswered points and win the Divsion 1A Region 3 championship Friday night. But the Cougars wrapped up a stellar, season long comeback, finishing 3-1 in region competition.
Fannin Rebel Seth Reece (5) plows through a defender during the Rebels region win against Lumpkin County Friday, November 1.

Fannin Rebel Seth Reece (5) plows through a defender during the Rebels region win against Lumpkin County Friday, November 1.

Rebels punch playoff ticket with 35-14 win

Caleb Collins
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
The Fannin County Football team hosted Lumpkin County Friday, November 1, for a region battle.
Fannin County High School Marching Band member Riley Lindstrom performs in the band’s show titled, “Tribute to the American Spirit.” The band was recently named Grand Champion at the Lake Lanier Tournament of Bands at Chestatee High School Saturday, October 8 while performing the show.

Fannin County High School Marching Band member Riley Lindstrom performs in the band’s show titled, “Tribute to the American Spirit.” The band was recently named Grand Champion at the Lake Lanier Tournament of Bands at Chestatee High School Saturday, October 8 while performing the show.

FCHS band earns Grand Champion

Sydney Criteser
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
The Fannin County High School Band earned Grand Champion at the Lake Lanier Tournament of Bands at Chestatee High School Saturday, October 5.  “The Fannin County Band has had an outstanding competitive season,” Band Director Scott Barnstead said.
Lady Rebel cross country runner Monica Cosentino smiles as she competes in recent action for the Lady Rebels cross country team.

Lady Rebel cross country runner Monica Cosentino smiles as she competes in recent action for the Lady Rebels cross country team.

Fannin County cross country teams shine at region meet

Caleb Collins
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
The Fannin County Rebels and Lady Rebels cross country teams traveled to Unicoi State Park in Helen, Georgia for a region meet. Both teams competed well, with one Lady Rebel qualifying for the State Championship meet in Carrollton Friday and Saturday, November 1 through 2.
Fannin Rebels Treylyn Owensby (21) and JoJo Goodwin (84) rush to block a field goal during the Rebels region game with the Dawson County Tigers Friday, October 25.

Fannin Rebels Treylyn Owensby (21) and JoJo Goodwin (84) rush to block a field goal during the Rebels region game with the Dawson County Tigers Friday, October 25.

Dawson wins region game against Rebels

Caleb Collins
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
The Fannin County Rebels football team traveled to Dawson County Friday, October 25, for a cool, wet region rumble against the Tigers. Fannin faced a slew of injuries in the North Hall game the previous Friday and the lack of depth took its toll on the Rebels.
Cougar Chase Mickens (24) attempts to make a defender miss in recent action for the Copper Basin Cougars.

Cougar Chase Mickens (24) attempts to make a defender miss in recent action for the Copper Basin Cougars.

Copper Basin defense not enough in loss

News Staff
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
The Copper Basin Cougars traveled to Andrews High School Friday, October 25 to take on the Wildcats, in a game that at least for the first half, was played in a heavy downpour. The wet and muddy conditions definitely played a huge part in the game as the field was very sloppy.
Lady Cougar Albani Dotson keeps a volley alive in recent action for the Copper Basin.

Lady Cougar Albani Dotson keeps a volley alive in recent action for the Copper Basin.

Lady Cougars fall in region tournament

Caleb Collins
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
The Copper Basin Lady Cougars volleyball team recently finished their postseason district tournament as the number two seed and punched their ticket to the region tournament.
Fannin Rebels Andre Bivens (11), Treylyn Owensby (21), Luke Holloway (12), and Jalen Ingram (88) lead the Rebels on the field before the game against the North Hall Trojans Friday, October 18.

Fannin Rebels Andre Bivens (11), Treylyn Owensby (21), Luke Holloway (12), and Jalen Ingram (88) lead the Rebels on the field before the game against the North Hall Trojans Friday, October 18.

Fannin County Rebels fall to North Hall

Caleb Collins
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
The Fannin County Rebels football team hosted the North Hall Trojans Friday, October 18, on what was a cool, crisp, Fall night for a region battle.
Seven seniors were celebrated at the Fannin County Lady Rebels volleyball banquet Tuesday, October 15. Seniors are, from left, Cheyanne Tilson, Haley Parks, Hannah Green, Courtney Earls, Carly Crawford, Madison Bowers and Sydnie Jones.

Seven seniors were celebrated at the Fannin County Lady Rebels volleyball banquet Tuesday, October 15. Seniors are, from left, Cheyanne Tilson, Haley Parks, Hannah Green, Courtney Earls, Carly Crawford, Madison Bowers and Sydnie Jones.

Lady Rebels volleyball celebrates season

Caleb Collins
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
The Fannin County Lady Rebels junior varsity and varsity volleyball teams held their end of season banquet at the Fannin County High School cafeteria Tuesday, October 15. Friends, Family and fans gathered to celebrate both teams as awards were given.