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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.
Head Coach Kyle Ashworth points up the track as Ezra Adamson runs by during the Region 8A Division 1 championship meet. (Photo by Wells)

Head Coach Kyle Ashworth points up the track as Ezra Adamson runs by during the Region 8A Division 1 championship meet. (Photo by Wells)

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Devils finish 15th in state

Mark Wells
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
The Elbert County Blue Devils Cross Country team finished 15th in the state at the GHSA Class A Division 1 State Championship Meet held in Carrollton Nov. 3.
A total of five Lady Devils were named to the Region 8A DIvision 1 All-Region team while three additional Elbert athletes were named honorable mention. The all-region team is voted on by coaches from within the region.

A total of five Lady Devils were named to the Region 8A DIvision 1 All-Region team while three additional Elbert athletes were named honorable mention. The all-region team is voted on by coaches from within the region.

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Lady Devils named to All-Region team

News Staff
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Above left, Matthew Douglas performs a double-leg takedown on a Franklin County wrestler. Above right,Keith Moon tries to turn his opponent as he sets up a pin. Below left, Jaydence Jones stares down his opponent after the start of his match. Below right, Yilany Medina-Medellin looks for a takedown opportunity. (Photos by Wells)

Above left, Matthew Douglas performs a double-leg takedown on a Franklin County wrestler. Above right,Keith Moon tries to turn his opponent as he sets up a pin. Below left, Jaydence Jones stares down his opponent after the start of his match. Below right, Yilany Medina-Medellin looks for a takedown opportunity. (Photos by Wells)

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ECMS kicks off winter sports with Ram invitational, basketball wins

Mark Wells
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Elbert County Middle School wrestling recently kicked off the new season with a second-place finish at the Ram Invitational at the Inferno Nov. 4. Finishing first in their division for the Rams was Matt Coker at 139 pounds and Jayden Thompson at 147 pounds.
Kamryn Webb was named the Region 8A Division 1 Pitcher of the Year Oct. 30. In addition to Webb’s honor, eight Lady Devils were named to the all-region team.

Kamryn Webb was named the Region 8A Division 1 Pitcher of the Year Oct. 30. In addition to Webb’s honor, eight Lady Devils were named to the all-region team.

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Webb named region pitcher of the year

Mark Wells
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
The Elbert County Lady Devils continue to be home to the Region Pitcher of the Year after sophomore Kamryn Webb received this year’s honor, Head Coach Drew Greer announced Oct. 30. Greer announced the honor, along with eight additional members to the all-region team.
Ezra Adamson beats a Barrow runner to the finish line during the Region 8A Division 1 championship meet Oct. 26. (Photo by Wells)

Ezra Adamson beats a Barrow runner to the finish line during the Region 8A Division 1 championship meet Oct. 26. (Photo by Wells)

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Devils punch ticket to state, finish third in region meet

Mark Wells
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
The Elbert County Blue Devils cross country team finished in third place at the Region 1A Division 1 Championship meet hosted by Athens Christian Oct. 26, earning them a spot in the upcoming GHSA State Championship Meet. “We were really happy with how we finished,” Head Coach Kyle Ashworth said.