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HCHS senior Shelby Rinefierd. TOM ASKEW/Special

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Rinefierd makes college commitment

Lang Storey

Friday, September 27, 2024

Shelby Rinefierd decided she wanted to play collegiately a long time ago. The Habersham Central softball standout has been playing her sport since she was old enough to sign up and says she loves it more and more with each passing year.

Jayden Jarrett has brought strong serves to the table so far this season. LANG STOREY/Staff

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Lady Raiders still eye top of region

Lang Storey

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

The Habersham Central volleyball team has won 10 of its last 11 matches. With just a couple weeks remaining in the regular season, the Lady Raiders (20-8, 5-1 Region 8-5A) are in good position to make a move towards the top of the region standings.

Hotard crossed the finish line in 19:23 to secure a win in the Wingfoot XC Classic’s Girls Varsity B Division last Saturday.

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Hotard wins Wingfoot XC race

Lang Storey

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Habersham Central senior and cross country/track standout Audrey Hotard captured first place at the Wingfoot XC Classic this past Saturday.

'Bigger than sports'

News Staff

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

During times of tragedy or turmoil, we often see public displays of support throughout the sports world.

The Lady Raiders presented Apalachee with a banner after the game Thursday night. LANG STOREY/Staff

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Emotional night in Winder

Lang Storey

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

For the first time since the tragedy that took place on September 4th, Apalachee High School athletics were back in action last Thursday, and the Wildcats softball team hosted Habersham Central for a region tilt. Apalachee (7-8, 4-1 Region 8-5A) took care of business, taking down Habersham 9-1.

Donnie Warren, pictured here against White County earlier this season, has done a great job of escaping would-be tacklers. TOM ASKEW/Special

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Warren, Raiders make most of first bye week

Lang Storey

Friday, September 20, 2024

By picking up a dominant, wire-to-wire win over Loganville last week, Habersham got off to a strong start in region play. Having a bye after a high like that isn’t always the most welcome sight for a team. But the Raiders are making the most of their ‘down time’ this week.

Shelby Rinefierd (left) and Kaylee McCalmon have been key to keeping the Lady Raiders afloat this season. LANG STOREY/Staff

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Raider Roundup

News Staff

Friday, September 20, 2024

Volleyball Though still early, it’s no secret why Loganville sits atop the Region 8-5A volleyball standings. The Red Devils (24-3) have put their superiority on full display so far this season.

Above, Players from the Habersham rec department NGYFA teams lined the track and formed a tunnel at the last Habersham Central home game. LANG STOREY/Staff

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Rec. Department Sports Update

News Staff

Friday, September 20, 2024

Football season for the North Georgia Youth Football Association (NGYFA) is in full swing and the Habersham County Rec Department teams are off to a roaring start.

TFS’ Chesney Tanksley TFS ATHLETICS

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TFS’ Tanksley joins elite company

News Staff

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Varsity On a night that Chesney Tanksley will never forget, the Lady Indians secured a pair of straight-set victories against Lakeview and Stephens County on the home court. The senior setter entered the night 26 assists shy of 1,000 for her career.

Paris Wilbanks has stepped up his game recently and figures to help lead the Raiders through region play. TOM ASKEW/Special

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Raiders eye good start in new region

Lang Storey

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Looking at a 1-3 team on paper, one might not think that team is prepared to make a playoff run. Yet, in high school ball, postseason seeding and eligibility is entirely dependent upon how you do against your region. For Habersham Central, that journey took flight last Friday night in Loganville.