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TFS golfers add another mark in record books

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Friday, April 23, 2021
Tallulah Falls’ girls golf team turned in a phenomenal showing at The Warriors Spring Swing on Saturday, finishing seventh in the 28-team field.  Brinson Hall had a record-breaking day to lead the team, resetting TFS’ nine-hole record with a 34 and the 18-hole record with a 72.
Habersham Central’s Angel Zavala gets past a Buford defender during an earlier home game. ISAIAH SMITH/Staff

Habersham Central’s Angel Zavala gets past a Buford defender during an earlier home game. ISAIAH SMITH/Staff

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Zavala keeps family legacy alive

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Friday, April 23, 2021
When the final horn sounded signaling the end of Raider senior Angel Zavala’s final game in Raider Stadium, it signaled the end of an era in the Raider men’s soccer program.
TFS’ Grace Kim (right) battles an AIS defender for the ball during the opening round of the state tournament. ISAIAH SMITH/Staff

TFS’ Grace Kim (right) battles an AIS defender for the ball during the opening round of the state tournament. ISAIAH SMITH/Staff

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TFS soccer teams fall in playoff debuts

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Friday, April 23, 2021
A historic season came to an end for Tallulah Falls’ girls soccer program Tuesday night, as they were blanked by Atlanta International School (AIS) 10-0 in the first round of the state playoffs.
Habersham Central wide receiver Lance Black (8) chats it up with teammate Jake York back in their playing days in the mid 1990s.

Habersham Central wide receiver Lance Black (8) chats it up with teammate Jake York back in their playing days in the mid 1990s.

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All in the family - Lance Black is 7th among his clan in Ring of Honor

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Friday, April 23, 2021
   Lance Black grew up with Raider football, and his family is quite familiar with Habersham tradition.    He recently became the seventh member of the Black family to be selected for the Habersham Central Football Ring of Honor.
Azzi Cervantes makes a catch in center field during the Raider’s last home game against Lanier. Cervantes had two RBI for HCHS Wednesday night. ISAIAH SMITH/Staff

Azzi Cervantes makes a catch in center field during the Raider’s last home game against Lanier. Cervantes had two RBI for HCHS Wednesday night. ISAIAH SMITH/Staff

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Raiders drop another close one to Lanier

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Friday, April 23, 2021
   Habersham Central’s baseball team dropped another nailbiter Wednesday, as they were edged by Lanier 3-2 in an extra-innings thriller.     “Wednesday’s loss at Lanier was a definitely a tough pill to swallow,” Raiders head coach Chris Akridge said.
Tallulah Falls’ Frankey Moree waits to bat Tuesday night. Moree had four RBIs in the loss to Athens Christian. CODY ROGERS/Staff

Tallulah Falls’ Frankey Moree waits to bat Tuesday night. Moree had four RBIs in the loss to Athens Christian. CODY ROGERS/Staff

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TFS falls in shootout

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Friday, April 23, 2021
   Tallulah Falls groundskeepers might be looking for new bases to replace the well-worn bags used in the Indians’ 12-9 loss to region rival Athens Christian School Tuesday night.

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TFS set for state playoffs

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021
After two matches last week, both Tallulah Falls soccer teams are set for the postseason. The Lady Indians picked up two victories to close the week, with the biggest coming in a 3-2 result against George Walton in overtime Friday that secured the No. 2 seed from Region 8-A Private.
Habersham Central’s Angel Zavala (left) and Francisco Reyes celebrate a goal against White County. Habersham Central’s Angel Zavala (left) and Francisco Reyes celebrate a goal against White County. Coming Friday: More Senior Night coverage and pictures.

Habersham Central’s Angel Zavala (left) and Francisco Reyes celebrate a goal against White County. Habersham Central’s Angel Zavala (left) and Francisco Reyes celebrate a goal against White County. Coming Friday: More Senior Night coverage and pictures.

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Raiders kick Warriors on senior night

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021
The Raiders soccer team sent its seniors out in style last Thursday night, as they notched a 4-1 victory over non-region rival White County on senior night.  “Tonight was just fun, and it was a great atmosphere here tonight,” said Raider head coach Ric Wallace.
Trent Thomas fires a pitch during Thursday’s matchup with Athens Academy. The Indians won the game 12-2 behind Thomas’ dominant pitching performance.

Trent Thomas fires a pitch during Thursday’s matchup with Athens Academy. The Indians won the game 12-2 behind Thomas’ dominant pitching performance.

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Indians split with Athens Academy

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Trent Thomas complemented his shutout pitching with a pair of run-scoring hits last Thursday, giving Tallulah Falls a key 2-0 Region 8-A Private verdict over visiting Athens Academy.  The Indians set a program record with their 13th victory.
Habersham Central’s Logan Kay pitches against Lanier on Monday night.

Habersham Central’s Logan Kay pitches against Lanier on Monday night.

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Raiders earn playoff berth

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021
On Friday night, the Habersham Central baseball team punched its ticket to the state playoffs for the second time in the last two complete seasons in dominant fashion, mercy-ruling Shiloh 13-3.