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Peyton Jenkins fields the ball and throws to third during the game against Hart. (Photo by Wells)

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Lady Devils split season series with Hart

Mark Wells

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

After picking up a win in their first game against Hart County on the road Aug. 6, the Lady Devils fell in the rematch at Wesley King Field Aug. 19. The loss to Hart drops the Lady Devils to 2-5 on the season as they navigate their tough early season schedule.

Eli Alexander chases down an opponent at the finish line while his father Evan Alexander (far right, looking), cheers him on during the Northeast Georgia Cross Country Championships. (Photo by Wells)

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Cross Country starts off season in Athens

Mark Wells

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

The Elbert County Blue Devils and Lady Devils Cross Country teams started off their season with strong showing in the Northeast Georgia Cross Country Championships hosted by Athens Christian Aug. 17.

The 2024 Lady Devil softball team includes Peyton Jenkins, Brylee Buffington, Kimberly Hernandez, Bellamy Nash, Reagan Baker, Londyn Bryant, Erica Christian, Audrey Lunsford, Kendall Hudson, Ky Dubose, Emily Booth, Ella Harris, Miller Drake, Kamille Webb, Carlee Brown, Hannah Brady, Natalia Hernandez, Haley Jones, Makayla McKnight, Bree Dixon, Carmen Burden, Hayleigh Aston, Ansley Harris, Lily Bobo and Kamryn Webb. (Photo submitted by Mercer Harris Photography)

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Lady Devils look to build on foundation with new coach

Mark Wells

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

The back-to-back Region 8A Division 1 champions are looking to make it a three-peat as the Elbert County Lady Devils softball team heads into the 2024 season.

The 2024 Devil and Lady Devil Cross Country teams include Ezra Adamson, Eli Alexander, Brody Baker, Michael Beahringer, Landon Bowman, Devisha Desai, Mason Dove, Kinsley Duke, Ava Dunbrack, Samuel Gailey, Linda Garcia, MaKaylie Harris, Alexandra House, Anthony Linares, Colton Mabry, Yamilet Martinez, Grant Owens, Kennedy Ray, Ronny Medellin, Rilee Rucker, Brantley Smith, Dakota Toole, Samantha Walsky and Mitchell Wheeler. (Photo submitted by Kyle Ashworth)

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Cross Country teams run into new season

Mark Wells

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

After finishing as the No. 6 public school in the Class A Division 1 last season, the Elbert County Cross Country team is looking to take advantage of the public-private split to have an even higher finish under second-year Head Coach Kyle Ashworth.

The 2024 Lady Devil Volleyball team includes Melanie Badillo, Kendall Baston, Lakeria Bradley, Lindsay Castro, Zurina Dillard, Shania Huff, Johna Johnson, Alyssa Mooney, Cadence Noggle, Trania Skelton, Ryleigh Stowers, Ja’Nydra Watts, Anaja Banks, Shamya Davis, Ayden Evans, Jessica Flores, A’Lirious Glaze, Ariel Moncallo, Camdyn Moon, Dayana Tapia Mota, Aerial Oglesby, Juana Oliver, Amelia Phillips, Peyton Roach and Deshayla Jackson. (Photo submitted by Mercer Harris Photography)

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Volley Devils growing in ability and support

Mark Wells

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Elbert County’s Volley Devils kicked off their 2024 season last week and are looking to build on teamwork, effort and attitude as they look to the future of their program. “Teamwork, effort and attitude are goals we have for our team,” Head Coach Anya Human said Aug. 12.

The Elbert County Blue Devil Football Team (Photo submitted by Mercer Harris Photography)

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Devils ready to deal with the noise

Mark Wells

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

After a successful 2023 season that saw the Elbert County Blue Devils football team advance to the quarterfinals of the GHSA State Playoffs for the first time since 2015, the 2024 squad is ready to deal with the high expectations that come along with having a successful program.

The 2024 Elbert County Varsity Football Cheerleading squad includes Lexie Agurs, Maiya Alcalde, Madeline Bellew, Isabella Belli, Alyssa Brown, Jamiya Brunson, Riley Grace Collier, Grace Dixon, Ki’Zora Hill, Isabel Hover, Chloe Hunt, Tori Jarvis, Lina Keblish, Sophie Lavender, McKinley Moss, Olivia Paramore and Sydney Walton. (Photo submitted by Mercer Harris Photography)

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Cheerleaders bring both new and old to Granite Bowl

Mark Wells

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

With a new football season rapidly approaching in Elbert County, the Elbert County Blue Devil cheerleaders have been hard at work since early June, perfecting their new cheer routine and making sure Blue Devil fans bring maximum energy to football both games at home and on the road.

Blue Devil Marching Band (Photo submitted by Mercer Harris)

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Fly me to the Moon

Mark Wells

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Elbert County’s Blue Devil Band is gearing up for blast off during the upcoming season as their upcoming halftime show is centered around the Earth’s lunar companion. “All of the songs have something to do with the moon,” Band Director Ansley McNeese said.

No. 1 Ty’Rikis Jones throws out a stiff arm during a long reception in the Aug. 2 scrimmage against Washington-Wilkes. (Photo by Wells)

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Devils top Tigers in scrimmage

Mark Wells

Wednesday, August 7, 2024

The Elbert County Blue Devils kicked off the 2024 football season with a dominant showing in a preseason scrimmage against Washington-Wilkes Aug. 2. The Devils started the game on defense and after forcing a quick three-and-out, the Devil offense took over on their own 35-yard line.

Kamryn Webb winds up her pitch during the game against Stephens County. (Photo courtesy of Elbert County True Blue)

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Lady Devils to host Prince for home opener

Mark Wells

Wednesday, August 7, 2024

The Elbert County Lady Devils softball team is scheduled to see Prince Avenue Christian School at Wesley King Field Aug. 8. for their first home game of the season.