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Seventh graders Neeyah McDaniel (20) and Kenzie Farmer (2) battle for a rebound

Seventh graders Neeyah McDaniel (20) and Kenzie Farmer (2) battle for a rebound

CCMS eighth-grade Bobcats blast Union

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Clear Creek Middle School hit the basketball court for league matchups against White and Union counties. The seventh-grade Lady Cats were in Union County last Thursday and won in overtime, 48-40.
Gilmer seniors Memphis Lewallen (18) and Jake Hice (56) team up for a tackle last Friday in the first round of the state playoffs versus North Hall.

Gilmer seniors Memphis Lewallen (18) and Jake Hice (56) team up for a tackle last Friday in the first round of the state playoffs versus North Hall.

‘Doggone lucky’ Trojans slip by Cats

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
The Gilmer High Bobcats nearly pulled an improbable upset in the first round of the football state playoffs. GHS was seeded No. 28 in the playoff field of 32 teams and traveled to No. 5 North Hall last Friday.
Gilmer senior J.D. Taylor is back for his third season as a varsity starter.

Gilmer senior J.D. Taylor is back for his third season as a varsity starter.

Bobcats’ roster rehauled

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
The Gilmer High Bobcats will look quite a bit different on the basketball court this season. Gilmer graduated two tall guards in Ryder Wofford and Kohan Davis while center Jackson McVey transferred for his senior season.
Gilmer’s Aliza Chastain is the Lady Cats’ returning senior starter.

Gilmer’s Aliza Chastain is the Lady Cats’ returning senior starter.

GHS Lady Cats have high hopes for season

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
With David Dowse at the helm, the Gilmer High Lady Cats have renewed expectations for the 2024-25 basketball season. Dowse is a veteran coach and is eight months into his first year with the program. He got acquainted with players in the spring and summer months.
Gilmer High’s competition cheerleader took the floor for a final time at region.

Gilmer High’s competition cheerleader took the floor for a final time at region.

Gilmer cheerleaders have best performance of year

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Gilmer High School cheerleaders fell just short of qualifying for state. GHS was at West Laurens High School Nov. 9 for the annual region and sectional competition, and a top 16 placement was needed to secure a state spot.
Gilmer’s Elizabeth Kucera dives into the pool last Saturday as coach Alton Guidry looks on.

Gilmer’s Elizabeth Kucera dives into the pool last Saturday as coach Alton Guidry looks on.

GHS Swim season continues

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Gilmer High swimmers were in Adairsville for their second event of the season. The Thankful to Compete meet was held last Saturday, and the Cats scored points on nine occasions. Gilmer’s best finish was fifth place in the girls 400-yard freestyle relay.
Lady Cats Kenzie Farmer (2) and Lola Howard (4) scored four and 10 points, respectively, versus Pickens.

Lady Cats Kenzie Farmer (2) and Lola Howard (4) scored four and 10 points, respectively, versus Pickens.

CCMS goes undefeated on week

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Clear Creek Middle School basketball was on the court for league matchups versus Pickens and Dawson County and went undefeated last week.   Bobcats Clear Creek’s perfect week began last Monday at home.
The Noah Harris Wrestling Center opened last Tuesday and will house all of Gilmer County’s wrestling teams. Above is the lobby display of the late Noah Harris’ life from his time as a middle school wrestler, a GHS student athlete, UGA cheerleading captain and 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army.

The Noah Harris Wrestling Center opened last Tuesday and will house all of Gilmer County’s wrestling teams. Above is the lobby display of the late Noah Harris’ life from his time as a middle school wrestler, a GHS student athlete, UGA cheerleading captain and 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army.

Noah Harris Wrestling Center opens

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
The Noah Harris Wrestling Center was full for its first night of action. The newly-transformed facility at the Larry Walker Education Center opened its doors last Tuesday for Gilmer High School’s annual Purple and White Alumni Night.
Go Lady Cats!

Go Lady Cats!

3 Gilmer Lady Cats recognized by region

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
All-Region 7-3A softball teams have been announced, and three Gilmer High Lady Cats were recognized. Lady Cat Sarah Dale was voted to the first team, and fellow sophomore Jaylee McDaniel was selected to the second team. Junior Lily Fortune received an all-region honorable mention.