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Recruiting process heats up for Bonds, Richardson

De Turner
Thursday, December 1, 2022
While the Oglethorpe County High School football team didn’t end the season how it wanted, seniors KB Bonds and Jayland Richardson have received multiple offers to play at the collegiate level.
Senior third baseman Nichole Hill was selected to the Region 5-A Division 1 softball first team, joining teammate Kendal Eidson. (Jack Casey/The Oglethorpe Echo)

Senior third baseman Nichole Hill was selected to the Region 5-A Division 1 softball first team, joining teammate Kendal Eidson. (Jack Casey/The Oglethorpe Echo)

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Prep roundup: Pittard helps Pats open with victory

News Staff
Wednesday, November 23, 2022
Javaun Pittard scored 16 points and had 12 rebounds to lead the Oglethorpe County boys to a 65-62 season-opening victory over Upson-Lee in the Billy Wade Classic on Monday at Clarke Central.   Pittard also had seven steals, four assists and three blocks for the Patriots.
Javaun Pittard hopes he and his teammates can continue to build success for the program under coach Larry Brown. Pittard and senior Kirkland Ross are optimistic for the new season after a 79-29 scrimmage victory over Greene County last week. (Staff/File)

Javaun Pittard hopes he and his teammates can continue to build success for the program under coach Larry Brown. Pittard and senior Kirkland Ross are optimistic for the new season after a 79-29 scrimmage victory over Greene County last week. (Staff/File)

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Ross, Pittard voice high expectations for upcoming season

LJ Jackson
Thursday, November 17, 2022
As basketball begins, Oglethorpe County High School senior Kirkland Ross and junior Javaun Pittard look to pave the way for a winning culture through consistency.
OCHS wrestler Miles Mason (right) said he works well with his father Steve (left) and learns from his dad’s coaching. (Submitted Photo)

OCHS wrestler Miles Mason (right) said he works well with his father Steve (left) and learns from his dad’s coaching. (Submitted Photo)

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Masons have strong bond, on and off wrestling mat

De Turner
Thursday, November 17, 2022
Last season’s roster for the Oglethorpe County High School wrestling team was impressive. It featured returning state champions, area winners and seniors with years of experience.    But one wrestler stood out from the rest: Miles Mason.
Ashton Sexton brings down a Jasper County ball carrier in the regular-season finale last Friday night. (DONNY FAUST/FOR THE OGLETHORPE ECHO)

Ashton Sexton brings down a Jasper County ball carrier in the regular-season finale last Friday night. (DONNY FAUST/FOR THE OGLETHORPE ECHO)

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Patriots optimistic heading into playoffs

LJ Jackson
Thursday, November 10, 2022
The Oglethorpe County football team heads into the playoffs on a four-game losing streak, but coach Mike Holland is confident of the Patriots’ chances. “It's unfortunate we have lost steam as the regular season came to an end,” he said. “Great thing about it is that we are in the playoffs.
The OCHS boys cross country team at the Carrollton Greenbelt trail on Thursday before the state championship.

The OCHS boys cross country team at the Carrollton Greenbelt trail on Thursday before the state championship.

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Patriots celebrate success at state

Maggie Ruland
Thursday, November 10, 2022
Melissa McGarity is building a brand in cross country. Oglethorpe County’s success at the Class A Division I state championship meet only added to that name recognition.
Freshman Carlie Gabriel (left) and junior Amber Watkins will help lead the OCHS girls basketball team as it tries to build on last year’s state tournament appearance.

Freshman Carlie Gabriel (left) and junior Amber Watkins will help lead the OCHS girls basketball team as it tries to build on last year’s state tournament appearance.

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Veterans, freshmen form core of girls basketball team

Kyle Soto
Thursday, November 10, 2022
  A core group of four juniors will lead the Oglethorpe County girls basketball team through its third season under head coach Brianna Dickens. The juniors on this year’s team played under Dickens during her first year as coach two seasons ago.
OCHS offensive linebacker Landon Faust and wide receiver Brady Allgood bring down Social Circle strong safety Phillip Baynes Jr. OCHS homecoming game, Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. (Aisha Schulz/The Oglethorpe Echo)

OCHS offensive linebacker Landon Faust and wide receiver Brady Allgood bring down Social Circle strong safety Phillip Baynes Jr. OCHS homecoming game, Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. (Aisha Schulz/The Oglethorpe Echo)

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PHOTOS: OCHS Homecoming Game

Aisha Schulz
Thursday, November 3, 2022
OCHS strong safety Nate Irwin attempts to break free from Social Circle defenders Grayson Jenkins and Bryan Ross. OCHS homecoming game, Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. (Aisha Schulz/The Oglethorpe Echo)

OCHS strong safety Nate Irwin attempts to break free from Social Circle defenders Grayson Jenkins and Bryan Ross. OCHS homecoming game, Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. (Aisha Schulz/The Oglethorpe Echo)

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Irwin gets early start on career in medicine

Maggie Ruland
Thursday, November 3, 2022
The Oglethorpe County football team has practice until 6:30 p.m. most nights. However, senior wide receiver Nate Irwin leaves at 6 p.m. every Tuesday.    For Irwin, football is simply one piece of his schedule.
Coach Tim Stoudenmire demonstrates a move with Tanner Mask as the Oglethorpe County wrestling team prepares to open this season later this month. (De Turner/The Oglethorpe Echo)

Coach Tim Stoudenmire demonstrates a move with Tanner Mask as the Oglethorpe County wrestling team prepares to open this season later this month. (De Turner/The Oglethorpe Echo)

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OCHS wrestling is seeking redemption with young roster

De Turner
Thursday, November 3, 2022
The Oglethorpe County wrestling team was full of confidence when it traveled to Bremen for the dual championships last January. The then-reigning state champions had dominated the prelims — winning 71-6 and 80-0 — and had a slew of experienced seniors.