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Gilmer High senior Domingo Escobar takes down his Etowah opponent during the Bobcat Duals last Thursday.

Gilmer High senior Domingo Escobar takes down his Etowah opponent during the Bobcat Duals last Thursday.

Wrestlers return to mat, win tourney

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
After being sidelined for a week and a half, Gilmer wrestling was back on the mat. GHS welcomed four teams to its home gym last Thursday for the annual Bobcats Duals.
Lady Cat Aliza Chastain drives to the basket and scored 14 points in Gilmer’s victory over Trion last Thursday.

Lady Cat Aliza Chastain drives to the basket and scored 14 points in Gilmer’s victory over Trion last Thursday.

Gilmer Lady Cats claw Ramblers, Bulldogs

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
While most of their classmates enjoyed a holiday break, the Gilmer High Lady Cats continued their basketball season. The Cats made the 90-plus minute drive to Gordon Lee High School for a Christmas tournament last Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and came away with two wins.
Gilmer senior Ethan Banks (23) led the Bobcats with 14 points versus Lassiter and Pickens in last week’s Christmas tournament.

Gilmer senior Ethan Banks (23) led the Bobcats with 14 points versus Lassiter and Pickens in last week’s Christmas tournament.

GHS Bobcats conquer Lassiter Trojans, 58-51

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Seasonal illnesses continued to wreak havoc on Gilmer High athletics. The Bobcat basketball team was tasked with a return to the court for three consecutive games while multiple players were still recuperating. GHS made its way south for Pickens’ Christmas tournament Dec. 28-30.
Above are Gilmer High’s Rocket League team members Ethan Hahling, Dax Roberts, Canyon Adams, Austin Long, Holden Vines, Jackson Fountain and Jaycin Merrell.

Above are Gilmer High’s Rocket League team members Ethan Hahling, Dax Roberts, Canyon Adams, Austin Long, Holden Vines, Jackson Fountain and Jaycin Merrell.

GHS Rocket League places top four out of 207 teams

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, December 29, 2021
Gilmer High’s Rocket League team proved to be one of the state’s best for the second time this year. The Georgia High School Association’s E-sports seasons are held in spring and fall of each calendar year.
Photo Courtesy of 247 Frames Photography Clear Creek Middle School wrestlers placed third in the Mountain League’s dual tournament and fourth in the traditional portion of the event Dec. 17-18.

Photo Courtesy of 247 Frames Photography Clear Creek Middle School wrestlers placed third in the Mountain League’s dual tournament and fourth in the traditional portion of the event Dec. 17-18.

CCMS grapplers claim 3rd, 4th at league tourney

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, December 29, 2021
Clear Creek wrestlers were on the mat Dec. 17-18 as local schools decided who was the top Mountain League team. The two-day event in Dahlonega started with duals Friday. The top-four league teams were in attendance, and CCMS posted a 1-1 record to finish third.
Gilmer Bobcats

Gilmer Bobcats

Athletic regions finalized for next 2 years

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
After the Georgia High School Association’s reclassification process, Gilmer High’s “new” region looks much like it has over the previous two academic years. The GHSA’s two-month process began with placing schools in athletic regions based on enrollment and location.
Gilmer’s Christian Sumner defends in the press and hit five three pointers in the Bobcats’ win over Lumpkin County last Tuesday.

Gilmer’s Christian Sumner defends in the press and hit five three pointers in the Bobcats’ win over Lumpkin County last Tuesday.

Dawson County hands Gilmer Bobcats first loss

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
The Gilmer Bobcats found themselves in the losing column for the first time this basketball season. Gilmer hosted Dawson County last Friday, and the Tigers erased Gilmer’s eight-point lead in the fourth quarter. The Tigers doubled Gilmer’s points in overtime to come away with a 67-63 win.
Gilmer High’s Brooke Wilson (12) makes her way around a screen set by teammate Lark Reece (10).

Gilmer High’s Brooke Wilson (12) makes her way around a screen set by teammate Lark Reece (10).

GHS Lady Cats fall to Lumpkin, Dawson

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
The Gilmer High Lady Cats continued their region basketball slate last week. GHS was on the road Tuesday against Lumpkin County. The Indians are ranked No. 1 in Class 3A, and the shorthanded Cats fell, 67-27. Gilmer was at home three days later as the Dawson County Tigers came to town.
Above are riders and coaches of the Gilmer Cartecay Youth Mountain Bike Team before they hit the trail.

Above are riders and coaches of the Gilmer Cartecay Youth Mountain Bike Team before they hit the trail.

Team Cartecay riders and coaches honored at state

News Staff
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
Team Cartecay was honored at the Peach State Championships with all-star team, individual and coach of the year awards. The Gilmer Cartecay Youth Mountain Bike Team enjoyed distinction and recognition at the Peach State Championships Nov. 6 in Milledgeville, winning the All-Star Team Award.