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Tallulah Falls’ Addy McCoy (top) celebrates a point with teammate Julianne Shirley earlier this season. AUSTIN POFFENBERGER/Special

Tallulah Falls’ Addy McCoy (top) celebrates a point with teammate Julianne Shirley earlier this season. AUSTIN POFFENBERGER/Special

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McCoy looks to lead repeat of history

Lang Storey
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
When Tallulah Falls volleyball captured its first ever state title last fall, the team did so with its most celebrated senior class in school history.
Habersham Central’s Antonio Cantrell drags a Central Gwinnett tackler last Friday night. TOM ASKEW/Special

Habersham Central’s Antonio Cantrell drags a Central Gwinnett tackler last Friday night. TOM ASKEW/Special

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Raiders look to keep AC running

Lang Storey
Friday, September 15, 2023
The Raiders perhaps found themselves a reliable workhorse last Friday night in Lawrenceville in Antonio Cantrell. Habersham’s junior running back made a statement in the team’s 17-10 win over Central Gwinnett, rushing for 118 yards on 25 carries and punching one into the endzone in the 2nd quarter.
Covenant College’s Sarah Jennings, an alumna of Tallulah Falls School, has slid right into the libero spot at her new school. COVENANT COLLEGE/Submitted

Covenant College’s Sarah Jennings, an alumna of Tallulah Falls School, has slid right into the libero spot at her new school. COVENANT COLLEGE/Submitted

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Former TFS state champ making early mark in college

Lang Storey
Friday, September 15, 2023
Sarah Jennings was a star for the Lady Indians volleyball program. During her days at Tallulah Falls, the Clarkesville native secured school records for kills, digs and aces. Though the former two remain intact, the aces was surpassed this week by current TFS standout Addy McCoy.
Habersham Central’s Karsen Wade gets ready for the pitch during Tuesday’s game against North Forsyth. LANG STOREY/Staff

Habersham Central’s Karsen Wade gets ready for the pitch during Tuesday’s game against North Forsyth. LANG STOREY/Staff

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Lady Raiders still seek foothold on momentum

Lang Storey
Friday, September 15, 2023
Habersham Central softball (3-12, 2-4 Region 8-6A) has struggled mightily so far this season. Last week was a good one that featured a doubleheader sweep of Gainesville.    But that streak was short-lived as the Lady Raiders now find themselves looking for renewed momentum.
Habersham Central’s Brooke Blackburn gets ready to serve during a recent home match. LANG STOREY/Staff

Habersham Central’s Brooke Blackburn gets ready to serve during a recent home match. LANG STOREY/Staff

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Lady Raiders knock off Gainesville in 5

Lang Storey
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Habersham Central volleyball’s resiliency was on full display Thursday night as the Lady Raiders fought back multiple times to outlast Gainesville in five sets, 15-25, 25-21, 15-25, 25-22, 15-7.
Tallulah Falls’ Skylyn Yaskiewicz sets the ball for a teammate. AUSTIN POFFENBERGER/Special

Tallulah Falls’ Skylyn Yaskiewicz sets the ball for a teammate. AUSTIN POFFENBERGER/Special

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Lady Indians roll into new winning streak

Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Tallulah Falls’ volleyball team continued its strong midseason push Monday with a seventh-straight win over Athens Christian on the road, 25-11, 25-20, and 25-8.    The Lady Indians (23-13, 9-0 Area 8-A) are 17-2 in their last 19 games, including a weekend tournament where they went 6-2.
Habersham Central’s Antonio Cantrell runs into the open field against Central Gwinnett on Friday night. Cantrell had his first 100-yard rushing game in the win. TOM ASKEW/Special

Habersham Central’s Antonio Cantrell runs into the open field against Central Gwinnett on Friday night. Cantrell had his first 100-yard rushing game in the win. TOM ASKEW/Special

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Physical Raiders own the Knight

Lang Storey
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Habersham set sail to Lawrenceville Friday in dire need of a win. Big games from Antonio Cantrell, Zeke Whittington and a Raider defense that refused to stand down powered the Raiders to a 17-10 victory over Central Gwinnett.
Habersham Central’s Hannah Odum fires to the plate during the Lady Raiders’ win over Gainesville. LANG STOREY/Staff

Habersham Central’s Hannah Odum fires to the plate during the Lady Raiders’ win over Gainesville. LANG STOREY/Staff

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Lady Raiders trample Elephants

Lang Storey
Friday, September 8, 2023
Habersham Central softball picked up a pair of much-needed victories Tuesday in Mt. Airy by sweeping a doubleheader against Gainesville.    Habersham (3-10, 2-2 Region 8-6A) took Game One 16-1.
Tallulah Falls’ Chesney Tanksley made big plays in the Lady Indians’ most recent wins. AUSTIN POFFENBERGER/Special

Tallulah Falls’ Chesney Tanksley made big plays in the Lady Indians’ most recent wins. AUSTIN POFFENBERGER/Special

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Lady Indians get three, stretch win streak to 9

Friday, September 8, 2023
Tallulah Falls’ volleyball team is regaining that championship form.    The Lady Indians took to the road Tuesday and scored three wins, beating Commerce, Elbert  County, and Franklin County to run their win streak to nine in a row.
Habersham Central’s Landyn Savage avoids Stephens County tacklers during the season opener. TOM ASKEW/Special

Habersham Central’s Landyn Savage avoids Stephens County tacklers during the season opener. TOM ASKEW/Special

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Savage fills key role in Raider attack

Lang Storey
Friday, September 8, 2023
Often when one thinks of a utility player, they picture an athlete who’s not only capable, but who’s also willing to serve whatever role best serves their team in any given situation. Someone whose presence serves useful in a multitude of scenarios.