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Maverick Chitwood collected three hits and drew a pair of walks in Habersham’s two games against Chestatee. LANG STOREY/Staff

Maverick Chitwood collected three hits and drew a pair of walks in Habersham’s two games against Chestatee. LANG STOREY/Staff

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Diamond Raiders earn home sweep in V-Day doubleheader

Lang Storey
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
After a week of nasty weather that brought about a slew of postponements, the Habersham Central baseball team finally took the turf Friday for a Valentine’s Day double header. Despite chilly temps, the Diamond Raiders delivered a sweep over visiting Chestatee (Gainesville).
Senior Zoe Anderson should make a big impact - particularly at midfield - as the Lady Raiders navigate their new region this year. LANG STOREY/Staff

Senior Zoe Anderson should make a big impact - particularly at midfield - as the Lady Raiders navigate their new region this year. LANG STOREY/Staff

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Lady Raider soccer grinds through ‘difficult’ opening week

Lang Storey
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The early weeks of high school soccer season are always a grind. For one, with spring seasons seemingly beginning earlier and earlier each year, teams are likely to play at least a handful of matches in bitter weather conditions, especially in the northern portion of the state.
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Hab hoops teams win region titles

News Staff
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Both Habersham Central High School varsity basketball teams captured 8-5A region championships Friday night in Mt. Airy. The Lady Raiders powered past Clarke Central 39-30 in the girls championship game. In the nightcap, the HCHS boys topped Winder-Barrow 76-68 in a heavyweight title bout.
On Tuesday, HCHS girls basketball coach Bill Bradley picked up his 100th win as the program’s head man. LANG STOREY/Staff

On Tuesday, HCHS girls basketball coach Bill Bradley picked up his 100th win as the program’s head man. LANG STOREY/Staff

Hoops teams navigate region tourney

News Staff
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Raiders, Lady Raiders both a win away from region trophy -The Habersham girls team easily defeated Winder-Barrow 50-16 in the tournament semifinals Thursday evening. The freshman duo of Sadie Chambers and Tessa Murdock led the charge, finishing with 18 points apiece.
Habersham hoops standout Enzo Combs will look to help guide the Raiders towards a region championship this week. MEG LABARBERA/HCHS

Habersham hoops standout Enzo Combs will look to help guide the Raiders towards a region championship this week. MEG LABARBERA/HCHS

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Region tourney rolls on for Hab hoops

News Staff
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
The 8-5A Region Tournament tipped off Tuesday night, and both Habersham Central squads began their journey towards the trophy at home. The Lady Raiders (10-11, 8-4) entered the tournament as the two-seed, and faced seventh-seeded Apalachee (4-21, 0-12) after press time Tuesday.
HCHS senior Everett Rudeseal officially put pen to paper last week. Much of the Habersham Football staff - including (from left) Coach Benji Harrison, JR Roberson, Drew Ferguson, Isaiah Murphy and Garrett Kinsey - were in attendance to witness. SUBMITTED

HCHS senior Everett Rudeseal officially put pen to paper last week. Much of the Habersham Football staff - including (from left) Coach Benji Harrison, JR Roberson, Drew Ferguson, Isaiah Murphy and Garrett Kinsey - were in attendance to witness. SUBMITTED

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Raiders’ Rudeseal makes ‘Wise’ move

Lang Storey
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
It had been a couple months since Habersham Central senior Everett Rudeseal announced his intention to attend the University of Virginia at Wise next fall, but he made it official last week. Surrounded by family, friends and much of the HCHS Football coaching staff, Rudeseal put pen to paper in Mt.
Habersham Central is sending seven wrestlers to the GHSA State Tournament on Feb. 14. They are (from left) Javonte Bowen, Anthony Thomas, Justin Whitney, Jayden Garrison, Eli Thornton, Chase Cook and Christian Saravia. SUBMITTED

Habersham Central is sending seven wrestlers to the GHSA State Tournament on Feb. 14. They are (from left) Javonte Bowen, Anthony Thomas, Justin Whitney, Jayden Garrison, Eli Thornton, Chase Cook and Christian Saravia. SUBMITTED

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MACON BOUND

Lang Storey
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Last weekend was a success for the Habersham Central wrestling team as the Raiders competed in the GHSA 5A Sectionals in Brunswick. When the dust settled, seven HCHS wrestlers had qualified for the state meet this week in Macon, which will unfold Thursday through Saturday at the Macon Centreplex.
From scoring goals to filling-in a goalkeeper, LB Kafsky did a little bit of everything for the Lady Indians soccer team in 2024. LANG STOREY/Staff

From scoring goals to filling-in a goalkeeper, LB Kafsky did a little bit of everything for the Lady Indians soccer team in 2024. LANG STOREY/Staff

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Lady Indians vie for another crown

News Staff
Sunday, February 9, 2025
Year one under coach Erin Jimenez netted the TFS girls soccer team their first-ever region title. A third straight double-digit win total was in tow, and a fourth straight playoff berth as well.
The Lady Raiders are riding high after winning their sixth straight game this week. They will look to make it seven in a row Friday against East Forsyth. BROOKE BARBOUR/Special

The Lady Raiders are riding high after winning their sixth straight game this week. They will look to make it seven in a row Friday against East Forsyth. BROOKE BARBOUR/Special

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Lady Raiders WWWWWWWin again

Lang Storey
Sunday, February 9, 2025
The Habersham Central girls basketball team hosted Clarke Central Tuesday for their Region 8-5A regular season finale. The last time Habersham faced the Gladiators, the Lady Raiders lost by nine despite a valiant comeback effort. That was back on Jan.
Senior Everett Rudeseal offers both leadership and a strong presence in the net as HCHS’ goalkeeper. SUBMITTED

Senior Everett Rudeseal offers both leadership and a strong presence in the net as HCHS’ goalkeeper. SUBMITTED

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Raiders return to the pitch

Lang Storey
Sunday, February 9, 2025
After a near two-decade hiatus, the Habersham Central boys soccer team regained the title of Region Champs last spring. What seemed improbable down the stretch turned into reality as the Raiders rallied to accomplish the feat, knocking off rivals along the way.