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Senior Christian Harris looks to make a shot during the Devils’ game against Stephens County in the Inferno Jan. 3. (Photo by Wells)

Senior Christian Harris looks to make a shot during the Devils’ game against Stephens County in the Inferno Jan. 3. (Photo by Wells)

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Devils set sights on region play

Mark Wells
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
The Elbert County Blue Devils basketball team was scheduled to head into their first week of region games looking to right the ship as they dropped games to Stephens County Jan. 3 and Fannin County Jan. 7 to fall to 1-14 on the year.
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Moss named to All-State team, Harris receives honorable mention

Mark Wells
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
By Mark Wells mwells@elberton.com   After the conclusion of the historic 2022 football season that saw Elbert County achieve their ninth 10-win season in school history, Elbert’s Blue Devils are continuing to get state-wide recognition as all-state teams are announced.
Seventh grade Ram Jaylin Morrison looks to the basket during the Rams’ game against Stephens County Middle School in the Inferno Jan. 5. (Photo by Wells)

Seventh grade Ram Jaylin Morrison looks to the basket during the Rams’ game against Stephens County Middle School in the Inferno Jan. 5. (Photo by Wells)

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Rams, Lady Rams to begin region tournament Saturday

Mark Wells
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Elbert County Middle School’s (ECMS) Rams and Lady Rams are looking towards the region tournament after the teams wrapped up their regular season with games against Hart County Jan. 7 and Stephens County Jan. 5.
Senior Trustin Allen was the leading scorer for the Devils during the McDonalds Shootout in Hartwell Dec. 27 through Dec. 29. (Photo by Scoggins)

Senior Trustin Allen was the leading scorer for the Devils during the McDonalds Shootout in Hartwell Dec. 27 through Dec. 29. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Devils measure progress while preparing for upcoming region

Mark Wells
Thursday, January 5, 2023
The Elbert County Blue Devils basketball team is set to kick off region play with a matchup against sixth-ranked Tallulah Falls Jan. 3 in the Inferno.
Aaniyah Allen soars to the basket during the Lady Devils’ 61-43 loss against AAAAA fifth-ranked Jones County during the Cedar Shoals Winter Classic Dec. 30. (Photo by Scoggins)

Aaniyah Allen soars to the basket during the Lady Devils’ 61-43 loss against AAAAA fifth-ranked Jones County during the Cedar Shoals Winter Classic Dec. 30. (Photo by Scoggins)

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Lady Devils’ battle falls short in top-ranked tournament

Mark Wells
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Elbert County’s Lady Devils battled against some of the best teams in the state and finished with a 1-2 record during the Cedar Shoals Winter Classic Dec. 28 to Dec. 30. The Lady Devils opened the Winter Classic with a 65-63 win over Maynard Jackson, the No.
Junior varsity wrestlers who competed in the East Metro Tournament over the winter break and finished in the Top 6 in their weight division were (L-R) Cooper West, Rilee Rucker, Lane Fleming, Brycin Hughes, Cruz Floyd , Jesus Mills, Sawyer West and Hudson Fleming.

Junior varsity wrestlers who competed in the East Metro Tournament over the winter break and finished in the Top 6 in their weight division were (L-R) Cooper West, Rilee Rucker, Lane Fleming, Brycin Hughes, Cruz Floyd , Jesus Mills, Sawyer West and Hudson Fleming.

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Mat Devils to host area competitors in duals tournament Saturday

Mark Wells
Thursday, January 5, 2023
The Elbert County Mat Devils are preparing to compete for an area crown as they host the Area Duals in the Inferno Jan. 7.
Senior Lady Devil Terrace Hester hit her 1,000th career point during Elbert’s 82-51 win over Hart County Friday, Dec. 23. Hester was recognized for the achievement during the game. (Photos courtesy of Elbert Count True Blue Booster Club)

Senior Lady Devil Terrace Hester hit her 1,000th career point during Elbert’s 82-51 win over Hart County Friday, Dec. 23. Hester was recognized for the achievement during the game. (Photos courtesy of Elbert Count True Blue Booster Club)

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Hester hits 1,000

News Staff
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
Lady Devil Terrace Hester hit a career-record of 1,000 points during Elbert’s 82-51 sweep of Hart County High School’s Lady Bulldogs Friday, Dec. 23 in Hartwell. Hester joins Lady Devil teammates Aaniyah Allen and Niyah Moon in the 1,000 point club.
The Mat Devils had eight wrestlers to finish in the Top 6 during the East Hall Christmas Clash Dec. 22.

The Mat Devils had eight wrestlers to finish in the Top 6 during the East Hall Christmas Clash Dec. 22.

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Devils finish fifth; Anderson picks up 200th career dual win

News Staff
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
The Elbert County Blue Devils took home fifth place in the East Hall Christmas Clash Dec. 22. The team win also signified Head Coach Shane Anderson’s 200th career dual win. Adding to the team’s overall finish were eight Mat Devils who finished in the Top 6 during the event.
Senior Lady Devil Ava Lunsford crosses home plate at Truist Park during the Georgia Dugout Club’s All-State game Nov. 13. (Photo courtesy of Coweta Score Photography)

Senior Lady Devil Ava Lunsford crosses home plate at Truist Park during the Georgia Dugout Club’s All-State game Nov. 13. (Photo courtesy of Coweta Score Photography)

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Lunsford plays in historic game at Truist

Mark Wells
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
Elbert County Lady Devils softball star Ava Lunsford played in the first softball game ever played in Truist Park as she was selected to play in the Georgia Dugout Club All-State competition Nov. 13. The event saw Lunsford compete alongside 82 of Georgia’s best high school seniors in two games.