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Habersham Central senior wrestler Jayden Garrison in action during the tournament. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Habersham Central senior wrestler Jayden Garrison in action during the tournament. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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Nine Raiders move on to sectionals

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Friday, February 6, 2026
By Landen ToddThe Habersham Central High School boys wrestling team tied for second with Loganville in the GHSA Class 5 Region 8 Traditional wrestling tournament at Jackson County High School on Wednesday, Feb. 4. The Panthers placed first.
Tallulah Falls junior forward Klara Dvorakova (4) dribbles the ball during a basketball game between Tallulah Falls and Lakeview Academy at Lakeview Academy on Thursday, Jan. 22. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Tallulah Falls junior forward Klara Dvorakova (4) dribbles the ball during a basketball game between Tallulah Falls and Lakeview Academy at Lakeview Academy on Thursday, Jan. 22. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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Tallulah Falls bounces back

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Wednesday, February 4, 2026
By Landen ToddThe Indians (10-9, 4-4) broke out of a skid by coming on top 58-50 against Bethlehem Christian and the Lady Indians (6-9, 2-4) took care of the Knights 54-42 at Bethlehem Christian Academy on Friday, Jan. 30.
Oglethorpe University senior guard Malachi Dooley celebrates during a college basketball game. Habersham Central basketball alumni Dooley has thrived this past four years at Oglethorpe University and continues to finish strong in his senior year. Dooley recently surpassed 1,000 points scored in a career, which was a goal of his. (Oglethorpe Sports Information/Special)

Oglethorpe University senior guard Malachi Dooley celebrates during a college basketball game. Habersham Central basketball alumni Dooley has thrived this past four years at Oglethorpe University and continues to finish strong in his senior year. Dooley recently surpassed 1,000 points scored in a career, which was a goal of his. (Oglethorpe Sports Information/Special)

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Dooley surpasses 1,000 points

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Friday, January 30, 2026
By Landen ToddHabersham Central basketball alumni Malachi Dooley has thrived this past four years at Oglethorpe University and continues to finish strong in his senior year. Dooley recently surpassed 1,000 points scored in a career, which was a goal of his.“Things have been great,” Dooley said.
Habersham Central swimmer Trent Peters freestyles during the High School Last Chance Meet at Ruby C. Fulbright Aquatic Center on Friday, Jan. 23.

Habersham Central swimmer Trent Peters freestyles during the High School Last Chance Meet at Ruby C. Fulbright Aquatic Center on Friday, Jan. 23.

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Last Chance meet honors seniors

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Wednesday, January 28, 2026
By Landen ToddHabersham Central High School swim honored its seniors during the High School Last Chance Meet at Ruby C. Fulbright Aquatic Center on Friday, Jan. 23.“This group of seniors were in eighth grade when I started coaching the team,” HCHS Swimming Head Coach Annette Cochran said.
Habersham Central senior Corie Jones poses on the field at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The three year All American went through a tryout process to individually perform the All American camp cheer and supreme routine dance in front of a panel of judges. Forty-nine cheerleaders from all across Georgia and surrounding states made the cut. (Submitted)

Habersham Central senior Corie Jones poses on the field at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The three year All American went through a tryout process to individually perform the All American camp cheer and supreme routine dance in front of a panel of judges. Forty-nine cheerleaders from all across Georgia and surrounding states made the cut. (Submitted)

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Jones performs at Peach Bowl

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Friday, January 23, 2026
By Landen ToddHabersham Central Senior Corie Jones represented HCHS cheer as a Fellowship of Christian Athletes All American Cheerleader during the Peach Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Jan. 9.
Habersham Central junior guard Eli Maye (2) drives the ball during a basketball game between Winder-Barrow and Habersham Central at the Raider Gymnasium on Friday, Jan. 16. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Habersham Central junior guard Eli Maye (2) drives the ball during a basketball game between Winder-Barrow and Habersham Central at the Raider Gymnasium on Friday, Jan. 16. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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Raiders comeback to win in overtime

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Wednesday, January 21, 2026
By Landen ToddBoth the boys’ and girls’ Habersham Central basketball teams are on fire, now with a four-game winning streak, with three of those wins coming in region play.
Habersham Central senior lineman Andru Kinnarath fists bump Coach Joseph York during the Habersham Football Banquet. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Habersham Central senior lineman Andru Kinnarath fists bump Coach Joseph York during the Habersham Football Banquet. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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Banquet honors football achievements

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Friday, January 16, 2026
By Landen ToddThe Habersham Central High School football program hosted the Habersham Football Banquet at Level Grove Baptist Church on Sunday, Jan, 11.
Habersham Central wrestler Christian Saravia celebrates after winning a match against Jackson County during the Region Dual Tournament at the Raider Gymnasium on Saturday Jan. 10. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Habersham Central wrestler Christian Saravia celebrates after winning a match against Jackson County during the Region Dual Tournament at the Raider Gymnasium on Saturday Jan. 10. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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Raiders finish as runners up

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026
By Landen ToddThe Raiders did not disappoint at the Region Dual Tournament, finishing as runners-up at Habersham Central High School on Saturday, Jan. 10. They punched a ticket to the Sweet 16 in the State 5A Duals Wrestling Tournament in Douglasville on Jan. 15-16.
Habersham Central junior Jaden Bailes (2) goes for a three during a basketball game between Apalachee and Habersham Central at the Raider Gymnasium on Tuesday, Jan. 6. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Habersham Central junior Jaden Bailes (2) goes for a three during a basketball game between Apalachee and Habersham Central at the Raider Gymnasium on Tuesday, Jan. 6. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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HCHS bounces back against the Wildcats

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Friday, January 9, 2026
By Landen ToddLady Raiders basketball (7-7, 1-2) blew out Apalachee 72-48 and Raiders basketball (12-3, 2-1) edged Apalachee 57-47 at Habersham Central High School on Tuesday, Jan. 6. Both teams needed a bounce back after falling to Loganville last Saturday, Jan. 3.
Left, Habersham Central senior forward Judge Wilbanks (13) goes up for a basket during the Mcdonald’s Shootout final at Hart County High School on Tuesday, Dec. 30. Right, Habersham Central junior guard Micah Huff (1) pumps his fist in celebration during the McDonald’s Shootout final. (Landen Todd/Staff)

Left, Habersham Central senior forward Judge Wilbanks (13) goes up for a basket during the Mcdonald’s Shootout final at Hart County High School on Tuesday, Dec. 30. Right, Habersham Central junior guard Micah Huff (1) pumps his fist in celebration during the McDonald’s Shootout final. (Landen Todd/Staff)

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Raiders win McDonald’s Shootout

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Wednesday, January 7, 2026
By Landen ToddThe Habersham Central high school boys basketball team finished 2025 out strong by topping Commerce 59-58 for the McDonald’s Shootout championship at Hart County High School on Tuesday, Dec. 30.