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2022 OCHS Football Schedule Breakdown

News Staff
Thursday, August 18, 2022
Game 1 Aug. 19 East Jackson (8-AA) 2021 record: 3-7, 1-4 in 8-AAA What to know: The Eagles come to Patriot field in a non region matchup. All three of East Jackson’s wins came against teams with three or fewer wins. It was fifth in Region 8 and missed the playoffs.
Claire Gabriel continued her dominance on the mound by pitching Oglethorpe County to victories over Athens Christian and Putnam County on Saturday. She struck out 10 batters in nine innings as the Patriots defeated ACS 11-0 and Putnam County 11-2. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Claire Gabriel continued her dominance on the mound by pitching Oglethorpe County to victories over Athens Christian and Putnam County on Saturday. She struck out 10 batters in nine innings as the Patriots defeated ACS 11-0 and Putnam County 11-2. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Photo Gallery: Oglethorpe Sports

News Staff
Thursday, August 18, 2022
Claire Gabriel struck out 11 batters in a completegame one-hitter as the OCHS softball notched its second win with a 1-0 victory over Washington-Wilkes on Tuesday. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Claire Gabriel struck out 11 batters in a completegame one-hitter as the OCHS softball notched its second win with a 1-0 victory over Washington-Wilkes on Tuesday. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Prep Roundup: Gabriel pitches Patriots to second win

News Staff
Thursday, August 11, 2022
Claire Gabriel gave up one hit and struck out 11 to lead Oglethorpe County to a 1-0 victory at Washington-Wilkes on Tuesday.    Gabriel walked only one in seven innings as the Patriots improved to 2-1.    Abby Jones had two hits and Jaden Booth drove in the only run.
Quarterback Will Sampson and other starters are expected to play about three quarters in this week’s scrimmage at West Hall. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Quarterback Will Sampson and other starters are expected to play about three quarters in this week’s scrimmage at West Hall. (Photo/Jack Casey)

OCHS football team set for scrimmage

Thomas Ehlers
Thursday, August 11, 2022
Oglethorpe County football coach Mike Holland has one thing on his mind for Friday’s preseason scrimmage: improvement.   Holland and the Patriots will play at West Hall in Oakwood on Friday, just one week before their first regular-season game against East Jackson in Lexington.
Emilee Griffiths, a junior, practices as the OCHS volleyball team prepares for the season, which begins on Tuesday, Aug. 9. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Emilee Griffiths, a junior, practices as the OCHS volleyball team prepares for the season, which begins on Tuesday, Aug. 9. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Volleyball team ready to build on busy offseason

Thomas Ehlers
Thursday, August 4, 2022
Avery Kort has seen a “substantial amount” of growth in the Oglethorpe County volleyball team ahead of this season. She said she would like to grow as a presence in the middle of the court as the season progresses.
Tristan Anderson snags a pass during football practice this week as the Patriots prepare for their first game on Aug. 19. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Tristan Anderson snags a pass during football practice this week as the Patriots prepare for their first game on Aug. 19. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Patriots put on pads in preparation for season

Thomas Ehlers
Thursday, August 4, 2022
Monday marked the first day of preplanning for Oglethorpe County teachers. The football team’s preparation for the 2022 season had its own “first.”   Oglethorpe County’s football team put on pads for the first time this season at practice on Monday.
Pitcher Claire Gabriel is one of nine seniors who will be in their fourth year of playing for coach Brianna Dickens. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Pitcher Claire Gabriel is one of nine seniors who will be in their fourth year of playing for coach Brianna Dickens. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Senior-laden softball team ready for for new season, region

Thomas Ehlers
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Trophies are becoming the norm for Oglethorpe County softball and coach Brianna Dickens.   The two-time defending region champion OCHS softball team is looking for a third heading into the 2022 season. The Patriots open against Briarwood Academy on Friday, Aug. 5.
Tanner Nation, who is a senior at Oglethorpe County High School, has already won a race in this season’s open-wheel modified dirt track class. (Submitted Photo)

Tanner Nation, who is a senior at Oglethorpe County High School, has already won a race in this season’s open-wheel modified dirt track class. (Submitted Photo)

Nation impressive behind the wheel

Thomas Ehlers
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Tanner Nation is just 16, but you can’t tell by the way he drives.   Nation, who turns 17 in two weeks, has already won a race in his open-wheel modified dirt track class just four races into his 2022 schedule.
OCHS boys basketball coach Larry Brown said he’s pleased with the success of his team in summer tournaments. (Thomas Ehlers/The Oglethorpe Echo)

OCHS boys basketball coach Larry Brown said he’s pleased with the success of his team in summer tournaments. (Thomas Ehlers/The Oglethorpe Echo)

No summer off for busy OCHS boys basketball team

Thomas Ehlers
Friday, July 22, 2022
Oglethorpe County basketball coach Larry Brown said he and his staff had two goals heading into this summer: individual growth and a team identity.   The Patriots met them during their jam-packed summer.
Former Oglethorpe County athlete Quentin Willis set two school track records during his freshman season at Manchester University. (Submitted)

Former Oglethorpe County athlete Quentin Willis set two school track records during his freshman season at Manchester University. (Submitted)

Former OCHS sprinter sets records as college freshman

Thomas Ehlers
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Most people can’t say they’ve played a collegiate sport. Former Oglethorpe County High School athlete Quentin Willis can say he’s played two.    Willis wrapped up his freshman year at Manchester University in West Manchester, Indiana, where he had successful track and football seasons.