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TFS set for state playoffs

News Staff
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

News Staff
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

News Staff
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

News Staff
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.
The Raiders finished in third during Monday’s Area 2 tournament. Pictured are team members (from left) Joey Terrell, Colby Caldwell, Gabe Hudlow, Charles Daniel, Clay Perry, coach Matt Hudlow, Zach Shubert, John Ingram, Smith Caudell and Ethan Stamper.

The Raiders finished in third during Monday’s Area 2 tournament. Pictured are team members (from left) Joey Terrell, Colby Caldwell, Gabe Hudlow, Charles Daniel, Clay Perry, coach Matt Hudlow, Zach Shubert, John Ingram, Smith Caudell and Ethan Stamper.

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Lady Raiders win area, boys earn sectional bid

News Staff
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Both Raider golf teams will advance in the postseason after solid showings at Area 2-6A tournament Monday.  The Lady Raider golf team qualified for the state tournament after winning the Area 2-6A tournament Monday by 14 strokes.
Red Black (center) signs with UGA to play baseball following his senior season at North Habersham High School as teammates Ernest Todd (left) and Howard Burke (right) look on. Black was a three-sport star for the Bobcats and was awarded All-State Honorable Mention honors following the 1954 football season. Photo submitted by Chuck Black.

Red Black (center) signs with UGA to play baseball following his senior season at North Habersham High School as teammates Ernest Todd (left) and Howard Burke (right) look on. Black was a three-sport star for the Bobcats and was awarded All-State Honorable Mention honors following the 1954 football season. Photo submitted by Chuck Black.

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Red Black may have been the best of them all

News Staff
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
Throughout Habersham County, the Black family name is nearly synonymous with Raider football. And this year, the family will have another member's name woven into history, as the late Jerry "Red" Black now joins the Ring of Honor.  Red played for North Habersham High School from 1951-1954.
Logan Hare (16) high-fives teammate Austin Jones (11) following a solo home run in the first of two games Wednesday.

Logan Hare (16) high-fives teammate Austin Jones (11) following a solo home run in the first of two games Wednesday.

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Late offense not enough to end Raiders’ slide

Isaiah Smith
Thursday, April 8, 2021
Even with school out for spring break, Habersham Central’s baseball team was busy this week. The Raiders played five non-region games over the first three days of the week, and the grueling stretch closed on Wednesday afternoon with a pair of 6-3 losses to Chestatee.
Habersham Central’s Anna LaBarbera looks to find a shot in a recent home match. This weekend, LaBarbera will be participating in an ODP sub-regional event in Tifton with talented players from all across the state.

Habersham Central’s Anna LaBarbera looks to find a shot in a recent home match. This weekend, LaBarbera will be participating in an ODP sub-regional event in Tifton with talented players from all across the state.

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Olympic Development helping LaBarbera thrive for Raiders

Isaiah Smith
Thursday, April 8, 2021
Although spring break is often a time for many athletes to rest their bodies and recalibrate for the home stretches of their seasons, that hasn’t been the case for Lady Raiders soccer player Anna LaBarbera.
Peyton Irvin warms up before a recent game at Loudermilk Field. KARL L. MOORE/Special

Peyton Irvin warms up before a recent game at Loudermilk Field. KARL L. MOORE/Special

Habersham native Irvin wins 6th game for Piedmont

News Staff
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
Habersham Central alum Peyton Irvin picked up his sixth win of the season in Piedmont College’s 5-2 victory over Huntingdon on Saturday.     Irvin (6-1) nearly went the distance, throwing a season-high 8.1 innings and allowing only four hits and two earned runs while striking out five.
Garrett Heaton takes one of his attempts in the long jump at The Battle of the Blue Ridge at HCHS. Heaton won the event last Friday at the Mt. Yonah Invite.

Garrett Heaton takes one of his attempts in the long jump at The Battle of the Blue Ridge at HCHS. Heaton won the event last Friday at the Mt. Yonah Invite.

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Raider track takes second at Mt. Yonah Invite

Isaiah Smith
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
Both Raider track and field teams put forth solid showing last Friday night at the Mt. Yonah Invite in White County. The boys team led the way, finishing second despite dealing with some nagging injuries along the way.     “I felt like both teams did well overall.