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Habersham Central outfielder Kaylan Barrett (13) throws the ball during the softball game between White County and Habersham Central at Raider Field on Thursday, Aug. 13. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Habersham Central outfielder Kaylan Barrett (13) throws the ball during the softball game between White County and Habersham Central at Raider Field on Thursday, Aug. 13. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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White County wins two against Lady Raiders

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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
By Landen ToddThe Lady Warriors (3-3) beat Habersham Central (1-3) 4-1 in game one, then came back in a 10-6 game two win at Raider Field on Thursday, Aug. 13.“I think the inconsistency in our schedule has only made our team hungrier to play,” HCHS Softball Head Coach Karly Thompson said.
Habersham Central harriers Jadyn Recor and Peter Grieving in action during the cross country practice at Raider Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 6. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Habersham Central harriers Jadyn Recor and Peter Grieving in action during the cross country practice at Raider Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 6. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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XC treks for a productive season

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Friday, August 14, 2026
By Landen ToddThe Raiders cross country team has been preparing for its season that starts at the end of August. Since early June, it’s been about getting the miles in and getting the team in shape first; after that, it’s about them getting faster.
Habersham Central sophomore running back Braiden Shook (0) runs during a football scrimmage between Habersham Central and Lumpkin County at Cottrell Field on Friday, Aug. 7. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Habersham Central sophomore running back Braiden Shook (0) runs during a football scrimmage between Habersham Central and Lumpkin County at Cottrell Field on Friday, Aug. 7. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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Raiders finish scrimmage in tie

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
By Landen ToddHabersham Central football looked dominant with all their starters in for the first two quarters, leading 28-7 at halftime against Lumpkin County. The scrimmage ended in a tie at Cottrell Field on Friday, Aug. 7.
Habersham Central outfielder Sydney McCalmon (23) slides in safely during the softball game between Habersham Central and Commerce at American Veterans Memorial Park on Wednesday, Aug. 5. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Habersham Central outfielder Sydney McCalmon (23) slides in safely during the softball game between Habersham Central and Commerce at American Veterans Memorial Park on Wednesday, Aug. 5. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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Lady Raiders pick up first win

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Friday, August 7, 2026
By Landen ToddThe Lady Raiders (1-1) beat Commerce (0-1) on the road 13-9 in a high-scoring affair on Wednesday, Aug. 5. Both teams combined for 24 hits on the night.In the first inning, both teams scored three runs. The Lady Raiders poured on five runs in the next inning to make it 8-3.
Habersham Central infielder Oaklee Jackson (5), left, throws the ball during the softball game between Stephens County and Habersham Central at Raider Field on Monday, Aug. 3. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Habersham Central infielder Oaklee Jackson (5), left, throws the ball during the softball game between Stephens County and Habersham Central at Raider Field on Monday, Aug. 3. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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Stephens County edges out Lady Raiders

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
By Landen ToddHabersham Central softball fell short in a 3-2 defensive battle against the Lady Indians in its home opener at Raider Field on Monday, Aug. 3.
Habersham Central rising senior Kayla Stevens prepares to hit the ball during the scrimmage between Banks County and Habersham Central at Raider Field on Tuesday, July 21. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Habersham Central rising senior Kayla Stevens prepares to hit the ball during the scrimmage between Banks County and Habersham Central at Raider Field on Tuesday, July 21. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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New Raider season starts next week

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Friday, July 31, 2026
By Landen ToddSummer work for Habersham Central Athletics has come to a close, and now fall sports start early next week. Here is where softball, volleyball and football stand. SoftballHabersham Central softball wrapped up a steamy summer workload on Friday, July 31.
The Lady Raiders jump and hug in celebration during the All-American Volleyball Camp at the Raider Gymnasium on Monday, July 27. (Landen Todd/Staff)

The Lady Raiders jump and hug in celebration during the All-American Volleyball Camp at the Raider Gymnasium on Monday, July 27. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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Lady Raiders gain a new perspective

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Wednesday, July 29, 2026
By Landen ToddThe Habersham Central High School volleyball team held its annual All-American Camp at the Raider Gymnasium on July 27-29. The camp had division one and veteran volleyball players who brought everything they’ve learned and implemented it based on what is needed for the program.
Habersham Central rising sophomore pitcher Cheyenne Dobson pitches the ball during the scrimmage between Banks County and Habersham Central at Raider Field on Tuesday, July 21. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Habersham Central rising sophomore pitcher Cheyenne Dobson pitches the ball during the scrimmage between Banks County and Habersham Central at Raider Field on Tuesday, July 21. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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Lady Raiders shine in scrimmages

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Friday, July 24, 2026
By Landen ToddHabersham Central softball wrapped up its slate of scrimmages after a solid outing against Banks County at Raider Field on Tuesday, July 21.
The 2026 Habersham County state swim team includes (front row) Ryelin London, Jonah McEntire, Grayson Free, Rowan Schofill, Omar Nunez, (second row) AbbyGrace Head, Ava Free, Kayleigh McEntire, Naomi Russo, Emmeline Penland, Ellie Gates, Adalynn Sheffield, Adalyn Reynolds, (back row) Coach Mike Krippner, Noah Reynolds, Elliott Rudeseal, Lincoln Penland, Luke Russo, Logan Thompson, Jameson Thompson, Ty Beack, Brody Kastner, Lucus Woodworth and Coach Sadie Hagel pose at the State Swim Meet in Moultrie.

The 2026 Habersham County state swim team includes (front row) Ryelin London, Jonah McEntire, Grayson Free, Rowan Schofill, Omar Nunez, (second row) AbbyGrace Head, Ava Free, Kayleigh McEntire, Naomi Russo, Emmeline Penland, Ellie Gates, Adalynn Sheffield, Adalyn Reynolds, (back row) Coach Mike Krippner, Noah Reynolds, Elliott Rudeseal, Lincoln Penland, Luke Russo, Logan Thompson, Jameson Thompson, Ty Beack, Brody Kastner, Lucus Woodworth and Coach Sadie Hagel pose at the State Swim Meet in Moultrie.

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Swim team reps well at state

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Wednesday, July 22, 2026
By Landen ToddHabersham County swim showed out in the State Swim Meet on July 10-11 in Moultrie.The team brought home 41 total medals including 20 first and 40 ribbons, according to Swim Coach Mike Krippner.“As a team we always swim well at the State Meet,” he said.
Habersham Central rising sophomore Beckett Tench runs with the ball during the FCA Camp at Piedmont University on Wednesday, July 15. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Habersham Central rising sophomore Beckett Tench runs with the ball during the FCA Camp at Piedmont University on Wednesday, July 15. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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Raiders bond at FCA Team Camp

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Friday, July 17, 2026
By Landen ToddThe Raiders had their Fellowship of Christian Athletes Team Camp at Piedmont University on July 14-16.Each day had competitions scheduled for all the high school teams, rotating varsity and junior varsity getting reps in against each other.