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Gilmer High sophomore Jace Sanderson shoots a three pointer against Murray County last Thursday and made six threes versus West Forsyth two days later.

GHS Lady Cats rout West Forsyth, 74-29

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

The Gilmer High Lady Cats had their mettle tested in the home opener. GHS hosted Murray County last Thursday, and the No. 3 ranked Indians pulled away from the Cats in the second half. Murray’s strong third quarter propelled it to a 52-43 victory.

Gilmer senior Cooper Farmer (2) swats the ball loose as teammate Boston Teague (32) helps apply pressure during the Bobcats’ press versus Murray County last Thursday.

Bobcats roll past Murray

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

The Gilmer Bobcats snatched a nonregion win on the basketball court. GHS hosted Murray County last Thursday for its second game of the season. After an evenly-played first half, MCHS began to fade over the final two quarters and the Bobcats came away with a 61-44 win.

Go Bobcats!

GHS swims in Calhoun

Robbie Bills - Sports Editor

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Gilmer High swimmers returned to the pool for a five-team meet in Calhoun. The Lady Cats secured a top-10 finish in the 200-yard freestyle relay last Thursday when the team of Esther Bowman, Lana Ginger, Evan May and Remy May finished in 2:34.80 for eighth.

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.

‘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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.