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Never stop putting in work

Cody Rogers
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Almost three years ago, the University of Central Florida was on a streak of 23 straight wins thanks in large part to the play of their star quarterback McKenzie Milton.
Habersham Central’s Carter Barrett (23) and B.J. Hodges (79) bring down a runner during the win over Apalachee. TOM ASKEW/Special

Habersham Central’s Carter Barrett (23) and B.J. Hodges (79) bring down a runner during the win over Apalachee. TOM ASKEW/Special

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OSBORNE: Stocking up on popcorn until 2025

Matthew Osborne
Thursday, September 2, 2021
   Hall-of-Famer Terrell Owens was fond of saying “Getcha popcorn ready!” when it was time for him to put on a show.    No matter whether you liked Owens or you didn’t, he was must-see-TV for his entire NFL career.
Habersham Central’s Noah Wilson breaks away from Apalachee tacklers after making a catch last Friday night. TOM ASKEW/Special

Habersham Central’s Noah Wilson breaks away from Apalachee tacklers after making a catch last Friday night. TOM ASKEW/Special

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Habersham senior Wilson paces two-way attack for Raiders

Matthew Osborne
Thursday, September 2, 2021
   Football pundits say the most important drive of a close game is often the opening possession of the second half.    Last Friday night, the Raiders came out of a long halftime that featured two band performances to a seven-point lead over Apalachee.
Habersham Central’s Zeke Whittington goes up for a touchdown catch during the third quarter against Apalachee on Friday night. TOM ASKEW/Special

Habersham Central’s Zeke Whittington goes up for a touchdown catch during the third quarter against Apalachee on Friday night. TOM ASKEW/Special

Raiders bounce back, shut down Apalachee

Bryant Roche
Thursday, September 2, 2021
   Habersham Central contained Apalachee’s wing-T pistol Friday, winning 27-7 over the Wildcats in a bounce-back performance.

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Prince wins quadrathalon again

Bryant Roche
Friday, August 27, 2021
Tallulah Falls held the 16th Annual Cross Country Quadrathalon Tuesday, with senior Evan Prince beating last year’s mark to win for the third time in a row. About a mile north of the school on 441, the event took place at Tallulah Gorge, with the beach being beside the lake.
The Lady Raiders celebrate after winning the first match Tuesday night. CODY ROGERS/Staff

The Lady Raiders celebrate after winning the first match Tuesday night. CODY ROGERS/Staff

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Lady Raiders split in home tri-match

News Staff
Friday, August 27, 2021
Habersham Central took one of two in their home doubleheader Tuesday. In the first match, they defeated Lumpkin County (3-6) 25-13, 19-17, after falling in the first set 16-25. In the second match, the third in the tri-match series, they lost to Gainesville (6-5) 21-25, 14-25.
Habersham Central’s Crystal Langley rips a hit during the Lady Raiders’ game at Franklin County on Monday. SHANE SCOGGINS/CNI News Service

Habersham Central’s Crystal Langley rips a hit during the Lady Raiders’ game at Franklin County on Monday. SHANE SCOGGINS/CNI News Service

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Lady Raiders outslug Winder for region win

Bryant Roche
Friday, August 27, 2021
Habersham Central softball won their region opener 8-6 at Winder-Barrow on the road Tuesday. “It’s great to get out on a win, especially against these people,” Raiders coach Bill Bradley said. “This is a good bunch.
Habersham Central’s Simarcus Burney sheds a tackler during last week’s opener against Madison County. TOM ASKEW/Special

Habersham Central’s Simarcus Burney sheds a tackler during last week’s opener against Madison County. TOM ASKEW/Special

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Raider defense eyes Apalachee

Bryant Roche
Friday, August 27, 2021
Habersham Central plays its home opener Friday, needing to be physical yet disciplined against an old region foe’s misdirection. “I think a team like Apalachee, if you’re hesitant at all, then they can make you look silly,” Raiders coach Benji Harrison said.
Janet Kinsey got a special treat from her son at the Tampa Bay game – the ball from his first professional touchdown. Photo by CORY CURTIS/Special

Janet Kinsey got a special treat from her son at the Tampa Bay game – the ball from his first professional touchdown. Photo by CORY CURTIS/Special

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Habersham native Kinsey going all in for NFL dream

Matthew Osborne
Thursday, August 26, 2021
   Mason Kinsey has been getting a lot of attention in training camp as a longshot contender to make the Tennessee Titans’ roster this year.    While others are just starting to come around, he has always believed in himself.    Kinsey recently gave an interview to TennesseeTitans.