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D.K. Winn floats in the air as he attempts a reverse layup in Elbert’s loss to Hart County. (Photo by Wells)

D.K. Winn floats in the air as he attempts a reverse layup in Elbert’s loss to Hart County. (Photo by Wells)

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Devils fall to Hart and Oglethorpe, start season 1-4

Mark Wells
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
The Elbert County Blue Devils came up just short in a fast-paced, back-and-forth 81-78 loss to rival Hart County Dec. 1. The Devils started the game by taking an early lead, but Hart managed to battle back and take a 19-17 lead into the second quarter.
No. 8 Eli Harris, No. 22 Jacari Barnett, No. 1 Ty’Rikis Jones, and No. 55 D.J. Raiford and No. 5 Malik Moon were all named to the Region 8A Division 1 All-Region team. (File photos by Wells)

No. 8 Eli Harris, No. 22 Jacari Barnett, No. 1 Ty’Rikis Jones, and No. 55 D.J. Raiford and No. 5 Malik Moon were all named to the Region 8A Division 1 All-Region team. (File photos by Wells)

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Football Region 8 All-Region team announced, Devils have 18 named

Mark Wells
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
The Elbert County Blue Devils football team had a total of 10 players named to the Region 8A Division 1 All-Region team Dec. 4 after being voted on by the region’s coaches.
A host of Devils tackle a Swainsboro player during Elbert’s 34-28 loss to the Tigers Nov. 24. The loss brings Elbert’s season to a close after the Devils reached the 10-win mark for the second consecutive season. (Photo by Wells)

A host of Devils tackle a Swainsboro player during Elbert’s 34-28 loss to the Tigers Nov. 24. The loss brings Elbert’s season to a close after the Devils reached the 10-win mark for the second consecutive season. (Photo by Wells)

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Devils fall in quarterfinals to Swainsboro

Mark Wells
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
The Elbert County Blue Devils football team’s season came to an end after the Devils fell by a score of 34-28 to Swainsboro in the quarterfinal round of the GHSA State Playoffs held in the historic Granite Bowl Nov. 24.
Bry Harper fights for control during Elbert’s match against Franklin Nov. 22. (Photo by Wells)

Bry Harper fights for control during Elbert’s match against Franklin Nov. 22. (Photo by Wells)

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Mat Devils finish sixth in Franklin County Turkey Duals

Mark Wells
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
The Elbert County Mat Devils finished in sixth place at the Franklin County Turkey Duals hosted by the Lions at Rocky Ford Park in Carnesville Nov. 22.
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Elbert elects to stay in Class A Division 1

Mark Wells
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Just days after being reclassified into AA by the GHSA, alongside neighboring schools from Hart, Franklin and Stephens Counties, Athletic Director Jeannie Jourolmon announced Nov.
No. 24 Terrez Allen runs to the end zone after intercepting an Oglethorpe pass. Allen had a hand in multiple turnovers as he finished the game with an interception return for touchdown and a fumble recovery. (Photo by Wells)

No. 24 Terrez Allen runs to the end zone after intercepting an Oglethorpe pass. Allen had a hand in multiple turnovers as he finished the game with an interception return for touchdown and a fumble recovery. (Photo by Wells)

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Devils to travel to Trion for second round

Mark Wells
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The Elbert County Blue Devils football team advanced to the second round of the GHSA State Playoffs for the second time in as many years after a 34-27 win over Oglethorpe County in the Granite Bowl Nov. 10.
Carter Fleming recorded his 100th career win during the Panther Scramble Nov. 11.

Carter Fleming recorded his 100th career win during the Panther Scramble Nov. 11.

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Fleming bags 100th win

Mark Wells
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Elbert County Mat Devil Carter Fleming notched his 100th career win after going a perfect 5-0 during the Panther Scramble hosted by Jackson County Nov. 11. “Carter has been a huge part of our program since he came into the high school,” Head Coach Shane Anderson said.
The ECMS Rams and Lady Rams posted a clean sweep of Habersham County winning all four games of the day Nov. 9. (File photo by Wells)

The ECMS Rams and Lady Rams posted a clean sweep of Habersham County winning all four games of the day Nov. 9. (File photo by Wells)

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ECMS sweeps Habersham in multiple sports

Mark Wells
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The Elbert County Middle School (ECMS) Rams and Lady Rams basketball teams posted a clean sweep of Habersham County Nov. 9. The seventh grade girls team won their game over Habersham by a score of 26-11 while the eighth grade girls won their game by a score of 44-22.
The 8U Elbert County Blue Devils football team includes James Hughes, Cayson Huff, Tyler Fortson, Lance Barnett, Brodie Bagwell, Kaydin Walker, Jayden Walker, Nylen Cleveland, Mylon Brown, Will Wade, Mason Chambliss, Jer’Braylen Teasley, Levi Barnes, Colton Streetman, Kamryn Wright, Landyn Heard, Trendyn Jones, Aston Davis, Owen Albertson, Malcolm Carter, Alex Arismendi, Maddox Bellew, Cameryn Ardister, Iyan Moon, Haynes Bone, JaCody Allen, Bentley Hulme, Jase Rider, Gage Brown and Connor Burton.

The 8U Elbert County Blue Devils football team includes James Hughes, Cayson Huff, Tyler Fortson, Lance Barnett, Brodie Bagwell, Kaydin Walker, Jayden Walker, Nylen Cleveland, Mylon Brown, Will Wade, Mason Chambliss, Jer’Braylen Teasley, Levi Barnes, Colton Streetman, Kamryn Wright, Landyn Heard, Trendyn Jones, Aston Davis, Owen Albertson, Malcolm Carter, Alex Arismendi, Maddox Bellew, Cameryn Ardister, Iyan Moon, Haynes Bone, JaCody Allen, Bentley Hulme, Jase Rider, Gage Brown and Connor Burton.

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ECPR teams advance to Super Bowl

Mark Wells
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The Elbert County Parks and Recreation Department had three teams advance to their respective Super bowls after winning AFC Championship games Nov. 11. Elbert County’s 6U team advanced to the Super Bowl after defeating Madison County 13-6 in the AFC Championship game.
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Devils ready for first round

Mark Wells
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
The No. 2 seed Elbert County Blue Devils are getting ready to officially kick off  postseason play as No. 3 seed Oglethorpe County comes to town Nov. 10 for the first round of the GHSA State Playoffs.