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The Devils tennis team, including Alex Bennett (right) finished fourth in the region. Both teams were scheduled to advance to the first round of the GHSA state playoffs Tuesday. (File photos by Scoggins)

The Devils tennis team, including Alex Bennett (right) finished fourth in the region. Both teams were scheduled to advance to the first round of the GHSA state playoffs Tuesday. (File photos by Scoggins)

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Tennis teams finish third, fourth in region to advance to state playoffs

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Thursday, April 28, 2022
By Mark Wells mwells@elberton.com   The Elbert County High School Lady Devils and Devils tennis teams finished region play as the third and fourth seeds during the region tournament March 12 at Rabun County High School.
The Lady Devils soccer team made program history Friday, April 8 as they defeated Rabun County’s Lady Wildcats to finish as the region runners-up for the second time in program history, giving them the opportunity to host the first round of the GHSA state playoffs. The first round will be held Thursday, April 14 in the Granite Bowl at 5:30 p.m. as the Lady Devils host Elite Scholars Academy. Tickets are $7. (Photo by Wells)

The Lady Devils soccer team made program history Friday, April 8 as they defeated Rabun County’s Lady Wildcats to finish as the region runners-up for the second time in program history, giving them the opportunity to host the first round of the GHSA state playoffs. The first round will be held Thursday, April 14 in the Granite Bowl at 5:30 p.m. as the Lady Devils host Elite Scholars Academy. Tickets are $7. (Photo by Wells)

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Scoring the season’s goal(s)

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022
By Mark Wells mwells@elberton.
Jamaze Hall attempts to work the ball away from a Rabun County defender during the Devils’ 10-0 loss against Rabun County Friday, April 8. (Photo by Wells)

Jamaze Hall attempts to work the ball away from a Rabun County defender during the Devils’ 10-0 loss against Rabun County Friday, April 8. (Photo by Wells)

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Devils finish fourth in region

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022
By Mark Wells mwells@elberton.com   The Elbert County Blue Devils soccer team ended their regular season with a 10-0 defeat at the hands of Rabun County High School April 8 in the historic Granite Bowl.
Senior Caden Brown throws a pitch during the first game against Oglethorpe County High School Thursday, April 7. (Photo by Shane Scoggins, Publisher of the Franklin County Citizen)

Senior Caden Brown throws a pitch during the first game against Oglethorpe County High School Thursday, April 7. (Photo by Shane Scoggins, Publisher of the Franklin County Citizen)

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Diamond Devils to battle Leopards for region championship

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022
By Mark Wells mwells@elberton.com   The Elbert County Diamond Devils were scheduled to host the first game of what Head Coach Lance Ingram is calling “the matchup of the season” when Region 8AA foe Banks County came to town Tuesday, April 12.
Devils soccer coach Luke Hall said freshman Christian Richey has stepped up during the 2022 season when needed to fill empty slots in the Devils’ lineup. (Photo by Wells)

Devils soccer coach Luke Hall said freshman Christian Richey has stepped up during the 2022 season when needed to fill empty slots in the Devils’ lineup. (Photo by Wells)

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Devils secure playoff berth with wins over Banks

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Thursday, April 7, 2022
By Mark Wells mwells@elberton.com   The Elbert County High School Blue Devils soccer team swept their season series against Banks County High School last week, making them third in the region and solidifying a playoff appearance this season.
Jade Partain (No. 4) makes a throw in towards Hannah Halavin during the Lady Devils win over Banks County. (Photo by Wells)

Jade Partain (No. 4) makes a throw in towards Hannah Halavin during the Lady Devils win over Banks County. (Photo by Wells)

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Looking for a historic win

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Thursday, April 7, 2022
By Rose Scoggins rscoggins@elberton.com and Mark Wells mwells@elberton.
Landon Heaton slides into home during the Diamond Devils’ doubleheader against Rabun County Friday, April 1. The Diamond Devils will host Oglethorpe County Thursday. (Photo by Wells)

Landon Heaton slides into home during the Diamond Devils’ doubleheader against Rabun County Friday, April 1. The Diamond Devils will host Oglethorpe County Thursday. (Photo by Wells)

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Diamond Devils continue perfect region record

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Thursday, April 7, 2022
By Mark Wells mwells@elberton.com   The Elbert County High School Diamond Devils’ winning streak extended to 14 games after sweeping their doubleheader against Rabun County High School April 1. The Devils are also coming off of wins against Briarwood Academy March 25 and Rabun County March 29.
Lady Devil Niya Moon attempts to attack the basket but is blocked and knocked down by a Rabun County defender during the GHSA state championship game in Macon Thursday, March 10. (Photo by Scoggins)

Lady Devil Niya Moon attempts to attack the basket but is blocked and knocked down by a Rabun County defender during the GHSA state championship game in Macon Thursday, March 10. (Photo by Scoggins)

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The journey to Macon through South Atlanta, Swainsboro, Callaway and Josey

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Friday, March 18, 2022
By Mark Wells mwells@elberton.com   Before defeating Rabun County 52-44 to bring home the state title, Elbert County’s Lady Devils torched through the playoffs with victories over South Atlanta, Swainsboro, Callaway, Josey.