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Tallulah Falls’ Simeon Respress signed a track scholarship with Anderson University on Tuesday. Respress was joined by (front row, from left) stepfather Chaun Young, mother Veronica Young, along with (back row, from left) TFS head track coach Scott Neal, TFS President Larry A. Peevy and TFS Upper School Academic Dean Kim Popham. BRIAN CARTER/Submitted

Tallulah Falls’ Simeon Respress signed a track scholarship with Anderson University on Tuesday. Respress was joined by (front row, from left) stepfather Chaun Young, mother Veronica Young, along with (back row, from left) TFS head track coach Scott Neal, TFS President Larry A. Peevy and TFS Upper School Academic Dean Kim Popham. BRIAN CARTER/Submitted

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Respress makes the jump to Anderson University

News Staff
Friday, May 28, 2021
Tallulah Falls graduate Simeon Respress inked his national letter of intent Monday afternoon, making his commitment to join the track and field team at Anderson University official.
Aric Mawdesley speaks with the Raiders varsity players during his first practice with the team Monday night. Mawdesley joins the Raiders after successful head coaching stints at Berrien County and North Cobb Christian. ISAIAH SMITH/Staff

Aric Mawdesley speaks with the Raiders varsity players during his first practice with the team Monday night. Mawdesley joins the Raiders after successful head coaching stints at Berrien County and North Cobb Christian. ISAIAH SMITH/Staff

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New era off and running - Mawdesley sets sail as Raiders’ new coach

News Staff
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Last Friday, the Habersham County Board of Education approved the hire of Aric Mawdesley to lead the Raiders’ basketball program.  “We’re awful lucky to get somebody of his stature that can be as good as I think he can be at this late of date,” Raiders Athletic Director Geep Cunningham said.
Aric Mawdesley is on the Board of Education's list for approval as Habersham Central's new basketball coach. Photo courtesy of the NEWNAN TIMES HERALD

Aric Mawdesley is on the Board of Education's list for approval as Habersham Central's new basketball coach. Photo courtesy of the NEWNAN TIMES HERALD

Raiders eyeing new boys basketball coach

News Staff
Thursday, May 20, 2021
   Pending approval from the Board of Education, Habersham Central has found its new head basketball coach to lead the Raiders’ program.
The Raider baseball team’s varsity award winners were (from left) Logan Hare (MVP, Permanent Team Captain), Azzi Cervantes (Offensive Player of the Year), Austin Jones (Pitcher of the Year), Hadden Carswell (Coca-Cola Academic Award, inaugural Hadden Carswell Perseverance Award), Nolan Ross (Zach Brown Award for Commitment, Dedication and Service), Trevor Stevens (Defensive Player of the Year) and Kaleb Chastain (Most Improved Player). ISAIAH SMITH/Staff

The Raider baseball team’s varsity award winners were (from left) Logan Hare (MVP, Permanent Team Captain), Azzi Cervantes (Offensive Player of the Year), Austin Jones (Pitcher of the Year), Hadden Carswell (Coca-Cola Academic Award, inaugural Hadden Carswell Perseverance Award), Nolan Ross (Zach Brown Award for Commitment, Dedication and Service), Trevor Stevens (Defensive Player of the Year) and Kaleb Chastain (Most Improved Player). ISAIAH SMITH/Staff

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Habersham Central baseball banquet

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
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DANIELLE PERCIVAL/Submitted

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Irvin honored

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Raider baseball alum Peyton Irvin was named to the All-USA South West Division Second Team Thursday. After a solid debut season in 2020, Irvin became one of Piedmont’s most reliable hurlers this season. In 2021, he ranked second on the team in both innings pitched, with 77.1, and wins with eight.
Former Lady Raider Paige Cook was named to the All-SEC Newcomer Team last week. Cook, a sophomore, has started every game this season for Mississippi State and currently ranks fifth on the team with a .272 average. She also leads the team in triples and has three home runs. Photo submitted by Brian Ogden/Mississippi State Sports Information

Former Lady Raider Paige Cook was named to the All-SEC Newcomer Team last week. Cook, a sophomore, has started every game this season for Mississippi State and currently ranks fifth on the team with a .272 average. She also leads the team in triples and has three home runs. Photo submitted by Brian Ogden/Mississippi State Sports Information

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Former Lady Raider Cook earns All-SEC Newcomer honors

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Last week, former Lady Raider and current Mississippi State standout Paige Cook earned postseason award recognition when she was named to the All-SEC Newcomer Team for her performance in 2021.  “I found out at practice right before my hitting group.
Grey Bourlet led the Indians with two runner-up finishes in the pole vault and 110 meter hurdles. He also took third in the 300 meter hurdles. SCOTT NEAL/Submitted

Grey Bourlet led the Indians with two runner-up finishes in the pole vault and 110 meter hurdles. He also took third in the 300 meter hurdles. SCOTT NEAL/Submitted

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TFS track takes 3rd place in state

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Tallulah Falls’ men’s track and field team saved its best for the last meet of the year, posting a third place finish at the state meet at McEachern High School last weekend. The third-place finish is TFS’ best team finish in program history.