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OCHS doesn’t have a lot of size at linebacker, but projected starters Quinten Nash, Cooper Mattox and Jake Turner have quickness and speed. (Photo/Jack Casey)

OCHS doesn’t have a lot of size at linebacker, but projected starters Quinten Nash, Cooper Mattox and Jake Turner have quickness and speed. (Photo/Jack Casey)

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Linebackers: Quickness, speed are key

Thomas Ehlers
Thursday, August 18, 2022
The linebacking core might not be the biggest, but coach Mike Holland said this group has a lot of speed. Holland, also the team’s defensive coordinator, said the linebackers are responsible for different coverages outside the box.   Quinten Nash will start at the Mike.
Senior Brady Allgood likely will be in the starting lineup at cornerback when the Patriots open against East Jackson on Friday night. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Senior Brady Allgood likely will be in the starting lineup at cornerback when the Patriots open against East Jackson on Friday night. (Photo/Jack Casey)

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Secondary: Spots up for grabs

Thomas Ehlers
Thursday, August 18, 2022
Secondary coach George Gresham has seen strong competition for the starting spots this season.   Speedy Brady Allgood will likely start at cornerback.    Allgood, who also will see time at wide receiver, played most of his snaps on special teams last season.
Joseph Turner, who kicked last year, will also punt this season, as he did in the spring game against Chestatee. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Joseph Turner, who kicked last year, will also punt this season, as he did in the spring game against Chestatee. (Photo/Jack Casey)

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Special Teams: Turner adds punting duties

Thomas Ehlers
Thursday, August 18, 2022
Senior Joseph Turner will handle kicking and punting duties this year.    Turner, also a member of the soccer team, returns for another season after handling kickoffs, extra points and field goals last season.
Oglethorpe County football coach Mike Holland with his wife Jessica and their children Kingston, Khalissa, Korbin, and Kamden. (Photo/Jack Casey)

Oglethorpe County football coach Mike Holland with his wife Jessica and their children Kingston, Khalissa, Korbin, and Kamden. (Photo/Jack Casey)

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2022 OCHS Patriots: Meet the Coaches

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Thursday, August 18, 2022
The OCHS marching band will perform a show called “Fire and Ice,” which will require drum majors on both sides of the field because it has “a lot of moving parts,” said Charlie Brewer, a drum major. (Photo/Wade Cheek)

The OCHS marching band will perform a show called “Fire and Ice,” which will require drum majors on both sides of the field because it has “a lot of moving parts,” said Charlie Brewer, a drum major. (Photo/Wade Cheek)

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Marching Band: New routine to turn up the heat

Sarah Evans
Thursday, August 18, 2022
The Oglethorpe County High School marching band plans to amaze audiences with a halftime routine that is more extensive than previous shows.    The show’s theme is “Fire and Ice,” which will open with “Burn” by Ellie Goulding.

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2022 OCHS Football Schedule Breakdown

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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)

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Photo Gallery: Oglethorpe Sports

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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)

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Prep Roundup: Gabriel pitches Patriots to second win

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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)

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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.