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Elin Turner, who is in the eighth grade, keeps the ball away from an Athens Christian School defender in a game on Dec. 2. (Photo/Ralph Maxwell)

Elin Turner, who is in the eighth grade, keeps the ball away from an Athens Christian School defender in a game on Dec. 2. (Photo/Ralph Maxwell)

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Henderson double-double sparks Lady Pats' victory

News Staff
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Kenzie Henderson scored 18 points and had 11 rebounds to lead the Oglethorpe County girls team to a 61-9 victory over Washington-Wilkes on Tuesday night.   Denim Goddard added 12 points, McKenzie Freeman had 10 points and Sofia Horsley scored nine as the Lady Patriots improved to 4-1.
Kayleigh Hilley, who finished second in the state last year, wins a match against Putnam County's Breyesia Farley during Oglethorpe County's 72-18 win on Nov. 18. (Photo/Sarah White)

Kayleigh Hilley, who finished second in the state last year, wins a match against Putnam County's Breyesia Farley during Oglethorpe County's 72-18 win on Nov. 18. (Photo/Sarah White)

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Trailblazer Hilley determined to win state title

De Turner
Thursday, December 2, 2021
When sophomore Kayleigh Hilley first asked her parents if she could start wrestling in the seventh grade, they didn’t exactly jump on board. After being encouraged to join by other female wrestlers on the team, she begged her parents for weeks before they let her try it out.
Larry Brown, who played both football and basketball at the University of Georgia and played a year in the NFL, is in his first season as the coach of the Oglethorpe County boys team. "As for basketball, I just want to build a first-class program," Brown said. (Photo/Sarah White)

Larry Brown, who played both football and basketball at the University of Georgia and played a year in the NFL, is in his first season as the coach of the Oglethorpe County boys team. "As for basketball, I just want to build a first-class program," Brown said. (Photo/Sarah White)

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Finding 'a way to piece it together'

De Turner
Thursday, November 25, 2021
When Oglethorpe County began the search for a new head boys basketball coach, they looked for someone who could bring change to the unsuccessful program. They needed someone with knowledge and patience to work with a young team and turn their potential into prosperity.    They found Larry Brown.
Luke McGarity drives to the basket in a 39-36 loss to Jasper County. (Photo/Sarah White)

Luke McGarity drives to the basket in a 39-36 loss to Jasper County. (Photo/Sarah White)

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Girls basketball team wins season-opening games

News Staff
Thursday, November 25, 2021
The Oglethorpe County girls basketball team improved to 2-0 with two victories last weekend.   On Friday, Kenzie Henderson had 20 points and 15 rebounds to lead the Lady Patriots to a 59-15 victory over West Hall.

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Appeal granted: OCHS goes to 3-AA

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Thursday, November 25, 2021
Oglethorpe County won its appeal to the Georgia High School Association and will play in Region 3-AA during the 2022-24 school years.
Kenzie Henderson, who is 5 foot-11, is one of three freshmen on a young Lady Patriots basketball team. (Photo/Sarah White)

Kenzie Henderson, who is 5 foot-11, is one of three freshmen on a young Lady Patriots basketball team. (Photo/Sarah White)

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Henderson looks to lead young girls team to playoffs

De Turner
Thursday, November 18, 2021
Freshman Kenzie Henderson is one of seven underclassmen preparing to lead the Oglethorpe County High School girls basketball team back to the state playoffs. After losing in the first round last year, the team will look to Henderson to be a young leader during the season.
Nick Huff (5) shoots over Henry Johnson (20) during the Oglethorpe County basketball team's Super Saturday fundraiser on Nov. 13. The Varsity Blue team played the Varsity White team in a scrimmage, and other activities included 3-point, hot-shot and dunk competitions. (Photo/Ralph Maxwell Jr.)

Nick Huff (5) shoots over Henry Johnson (20) during the Oglethorpe County basketball team's Super Saturday fundraiser on Nov. 13. The Varsity Blue team played the Varsity White team in a scrimmage, and other activities included 3-point, hot-shot and dunk competitions. (Photo/Ralph Maxwell Jr.)

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Pittard, Huff bring young leadership to boys basketball

De Turner
Thursday, November 18, 2021
With a new head coach and plenty of young talent, the Oglethorpe County’s boys basketball team prepares for its first game this week. Following a difficult few years, the team will rely on underclassmen to help turn the program around.

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High school to appeal region realignment

News Staff
Thursday, November 18, 2021
Oglethorpe County High School will appeal its realignment to Region 8-AA.   Athletic director Kris Patel said the appeal to the Georgia High School Association will be heard on Thursday, Nov. 18.
Freshman Miles Mason wrestles AJ Harris of Putnam County in Oglethorpe County's home opener. The Patriots defeated Putnam County 72-18. (Photo/Sarah White)

Freshman Miles Mason wrestles AJ Harris of Putnam County in Oglethorpe County's home opener. The Patriots defeated Putnam County 72-18. (Photo/Sarah White)

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Patriots defeat Putnam, Winder in first home matches

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Thursday, November 18, 2021
Oglethorpe County opened its home schedule with two victories on Tuesday. The Patriots defeated Putnam County 72-18 and Winder-Barrow 72-9.   “All in all, it was a solid night,” coach Tim Stoudenmire said in an email.

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Holland looks to build on his first football season

News Staff
Thursday, November 11, 2021
The Oglethorpe County football team, under first-year head coach Mike Holland,  concluded its season with a 24-7 loss against Westside-Augusta on Friday to finish 3-7 and 3-4 in Region 4-AA. They finished fifth in the final 4-AA standings, falling just short of the playoffs.