For the 2018-19 school year, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team expanded its academic support program for players.
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Gladiators defeat the Thomson Bulldogs
by Mackenzie Caudill September 8, 2018Clarke Central High School varsity offensive lineman Kenzavion Watson runs a play in a…
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The bass fishing season at Clarke Central High School will begin on Sept. 23 with the team competing in a tournament on Lake Lanier.
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Junior Lucy Yeomans (right) and sophmore Samantha Brodrick (left) run on the track at…
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On August 24 the Clarke Central High School varsity football team played the Oconee County High School football team at OCHS.
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Gallery: CCHS vs. Athens Christian and Madison County
by Alexander Robinson August 17, 2018The varsity and junior varsity Clarke Central High School volleyball teams win each of their games on Thursday, Aug. 16.
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Clarke Central High School head varsity football coach David Perno has made significant improvements to the CCHS football program in his first two years as coach.
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Coach Stefan Smith and Coach Omar Reid may not share the same last name, but they are brothers. Before they came to teach at Clarke Central High School, both men remember playing basketball under Coach Billy Wade.
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Friends, family and teammates remember the life and accomplishments of Athenian icon Billy Henderson.
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Seven Clarke Central High School student athletes signed their Letters of Intent to play…
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The NFL is currently the most popular sport in America, but it might not be long before the NBA takes this title.
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Journalism I student Andrea Matta-Castillo shares her love for soccer and the reason she has continued to enjoy the sport.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity soccer team played the Cedar Shoals High School…
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Broadcast Editor Kelly Fulford spoke with Clarke Central High School head wrestling coach and Physical Education teacher about his decision to resign from CCHS for positions at Oglethorpe County High School. CCHS varsity wrestlers Me’shai Coleman and Thomas Isakovich, juniors, discuss their relationship with Stoudenmire and how they will be impacted by his decision to leave.
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Clarke Central High School alumnus and University of Georgia sophomore Cole Wilson returns to CCHS to coach the boys JV soccer team.
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CCHS Student Government Association President Tro’vonta Burgess and varsity basketball power forward Quamontae Monfort talk about the pep rally held on March 5 in the New Gym.
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Clarke Central High School teacher and head JV football coach Stefan Smith talks about his return to CCHS after three years of coaching basketball at Cedar Shoals High School.
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Sports staffer Alexander Robinson sits down to interview head CCHS track and field coach Justin Jones about the program’s record and performance.
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Those instrumental in the creation of the CCHS bass fishing team reflect on how it has developed over the past three years.
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The Clarke Central High School JV soccer team played their first game of the 2018 season against Madison County High School on Feb. 5. Broadcast Editor Kelly Fulford reported on the facts.
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The Clarke Central High School tennis team, coached by Stephen Hinson and Brook Craft, is practicing for the upcoming season with hopes for improvement and a fun time.
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Sports Editor Hannah Gale compiles a list of Gladiator athletic events to attend this week.
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The Clarke Central High School boys and girls varsity basketball teams played the Washington High School varsity basketball teams on Feb. 3 at CCHS in the New Gym.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity boys soccer coach and players expect an intense and successful season, kicking off their season on Feb. 2 with their first game against Shiloh High School.
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The Clarke Central High School track and field team has begun practicing for the upcoming season with new recruits and first-year runners.
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Logical Crawling: Maggie Thompson and Tomas Dougan
by Owen Churchwell January 27, 2018Broadcast staffer Owen Churchwell filmed freshmen Maggie Thompson and Tomas Dougan during their weekly rock climbing sessions at Active Climbing in Athens, Georgia.
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Gallery: Swim Area Championship Meet 2018
by Aneesa Conine-Nakano January 25, 2018On Jan. 26, the Clarke Central High School swim team faced off against teams from Oconee High School, North Oconee High School, Cedar Shoals High School and other surrounding schools. Prior to the meet, seniors from each team were recognized.
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The Clarke Central High School boys varsity basketball team had eight seniors graduate from the program after the 2017-18 school year and is working on rebuilding the team.
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Coverage and Gallery: CCHS vs. CSHS varsity basketball games
by Owen Donnelly January 21, 2018The Clarke Central High School girls varsity basketball team played the Cedar Shoals High School girls varsity basketball team on Jan. 20 in the New Gym at CCHS.
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Coverage and Gallery: CCHS vs. CSHS JV basketball games
by Krista Shumaker January 20, 2018The Clarke Central High School boy and girls junior varsity basketball teams played the Cedar Shoals High School junior varsity basketball teams on Jan. 20 in the New Gym at CCHS.
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National Championship: prediction Alabama vs. Georgia
by Caedmon Churchwell January 8, 2018Sports staffer Caedmon Churchwell predicts the outcome of the National Championship game between Alabama and Georgia.
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Clarke Central High School alumna Stacey Scott, Curriculum Assistance Program for Students (CAPS) teacher and head varsity volleyball coach, aims to give back to the school that gave her so much.
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Still recovering from a motor-vehicle accident, Clarke Central High School varsity basketball player Kendarius Watson, a senior, rejoins his team for the 2017-18 basketball season.
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Clarke Central High School faced off against Cedar Shoals High School in their annual rivalry basketball game on Dec. 16 at CCHS.
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Gallery: Clarke Oconee Invitational 2017
by Aneesa Conine-Nakano December 16, 2017The Clarke Central High School Aqua Glads competed at the Clarke Oconee Invitational on Dec. 16.
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Players from 26 high schools participated in the FCA All-Star football game at 12 p.m. held at Clarke Central High School.
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National protests during sporting events have sparked debate and controversy at the national, state and local level about the ethics of athletes protesting during games.
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Sports Editor Hannah Gale compiles a list of Gladiator athletic events to attend this week.
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Gladiator athletics: Week of Nov. 26
by Hannah Gale November 27, 2017Sports Editor Hannah Gale compiles a list of Gladiator athletic events to attend this week.
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Sports writer Caedmon Churchwell shares his love for the University of Georgia football team.
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Gladiator athletics: Week of Nov. 13
by Hannah Gale November 13, 2017Sports Editor Hannah Gale compiles a list of Gladiator athletic events to attend this week.
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By the Numbers: Clarke Central vs. Carrollton High School
by Caedmon Churchwell November 7, 2017The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will face off against Carrollton High School in the first round of the GHSA AAAAA state playoffs on Nov. 10.
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Clarke Central High School varsity defensive lineman Sam Tardits, a senior who grew up playing rugby in France, immerses himself in the world of football at CCHS and is faced with choosing between the two sports he loves.
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Athletes must remember good sportsmanship, even when things go wrong on the field.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will face off against Region 8-AAAAA opponent Flowery Branch High School at the McConnell-Talbert Stadium on Oct. 20.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team faced Region 8-AAAAA opponent Johnson High School in CCHS’ eighth game of the season.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team played the Loganville High School varsity football team on Oct. 6 for their annual homecoming game. CCHS came out on top with an end score of 49-21 Gladiators.
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The Clarke Central High School Gladiators took on the Loganville High School Red Devils in Billy Henderson Stadium on Oct. 6.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will face off against the Loganville High School Red Devils at Billy Henderson Stadium on Oct. 5.
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Package: 51st Classic City Championship
by Alexander Robinson September 23, 2017The Clarke Central High School Gladiators defeated the Cedar Shoals High School Jaguars 48-7 in the 51st Classic City Championship on Sept. 22.
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By the numbers: Clarke Central vs. Cedar Shoals
by Caedmon Churchwell September 22, 2017The Clarke Central High School Gladiators varsity football team will face off against in-town rivals, the Cedar Shoals High School Jaguars, at Billy Henderson Stadium on Sept. 22.
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The Clarke Central High School softball team held a ceremony to recognize their nine graduating seniors on Sept. 19, prior to their game against Cedar Shoals.
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On Sept. 19, the Clarke Central High School volleyball team seniors were honored in a ceremony.
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Head cheerleading coach Brooke Craft and cheerleading varsity captain Mara Woods share their thoughts on new cheerleading assistant coach Korbyn Boyd.
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CCHS vs. North Oconee High School varsity football preview
by Caedmon Churchwell September 14, 2017Sports staffer Caedmon Churchwell previews the Clarke Central High School varsity football team’s face off against North Oconee High School, which will take place on Sept. 15, with a By The Numbers.
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After a devastating Super Bowl 51 loss to end the 2016-17 Atlanta Falcons football season, sports writer Caedmon Churchwell gives his predictions for the upcoming season.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team acquired their second win of the regular season, coming up with a 42-14 win against Gainesville High School on Sept. 1.
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Newly-appointed head cross country coach Alex Holmes joins the Clarke Central High School athletic department after coaching at Apalachee High School for thirteen years.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team hosted the Oconee County High School Warriors in their second regular season game on Aug. 25.
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Glads come up big against the Warriors
by Caedmon Churchwell August 26, 2017The Clarke Central High School varsity football team came up with a win against the Oconee County Warriors on Aug. 25.
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The 2017-18 softball season, which is April Croft’s fourth season as head softball coach, is underway and the team has high hopes for the rest of the season.
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Clarke Central High School football coaches provide an outlook for the 2017-18 football season.
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Clarke Central High School sophomore Sidney Barnett shares about his roles as both a sneakerhead and an athlete, and the challenges he has faced throughout his life.
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Hopes are high for the upcoming season
by Maddie Ingle July 26, 2017The Clarke Central High School head football coach, David Perno, and two CCHS football players, Elijah Smith and Jack Mangel share their goals and expectations for the upcoming 2017 season.
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Head baseball coach Trey Henson announced his resignation to the team on June 19.
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Clarke Central High School freshman Joseph Conaway, a member of the CCHS cross country and track team, reflects on his season and sets goals for the future.
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Clarke Central High School senior Chris Ortuno has been impacted by soccer, a sport he has grown a passion for.
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Striving in soccer: senior Maria Somilleda
by Alexander Robinson April 15, 2017Maria Somilleda is the captain of the varsity girls soccer team at Clarke Central High School. Somilleda has made strives to improve her soccer skills over the past few years.
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With the 2017 golf season coming to a close, the Clarke Central High School golf team reflects on both the positives and negatives in only having four participants.
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Four Clarke Central High School student athletes committed to an athletic career at the collegiate level on April 12 in the Gladiator Gallery.
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The Clarke Central High School soccer teams beat the Cedar Shoals High School soccer teams in all four games played on April 8 at CSHS.
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Clarke Central High School varsity tennis players stretch next to the court, rackets swinging as they warm up. Today, they are focused on the match, but next year.
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On March 28, the CCHS boys varsity soccer team took on Johnson High School at Billy Henderson Stadium. CCHS lost to Johnson 2-0.
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Freshman and girls varsity soccer team member Nyah Carlson talks about how the season is going so far and what she looks forward to as the season progresses.
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Broadcast staffer Kelly Fulford talks to Clarke Central High School running back coach about preperations for the 2017/2018 football season.
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Golf team to participate in Ed Hoard memorial tournament
by Olivia Ripps March 20, 2017The Clarke Central High School golf team will participate in the Ed Hoard Memorial Golf Tournament on March 27.
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The Clarke Central High School girls varsity soccer team lost to Flowery Branch High School on March 17.
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Last track season, the Clarke Central High School boys track and field team placed second at state. This season they strive to place first.
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Churchwell takes on March Madness
by Caedmon Churchwell March 16, 2017With the NCAA Basketball tournament just getting underway, Odyssey Online staff writer Caedmon Churchwell gives his predictions on the tournament.
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News Editor Delia Adamson recounts her experience in attending the Georgia Basketball State Championship game on March 8.
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Women are underrepresented and underpaid in the sports industry, let alone faced with harassment from male athletes even at the high school level.
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University of Miami fullback Marquez Williams, a 2011-12 Clarke Central High School graduate, has traveled a path that has led him to his dreams.
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The Clarke Central High School girls golf team, which began its season on Feb. 13, lacks players.
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On Feb. 5, the Atlanta Falcons squandered a 25-point lead to the New England Patriots, losing Super Bowl LI and leaving Atlanta fans disappointed for yet another year.
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The Clarke Central High School wrestling program sent 11 wrestlers to the state tournament in Macon, Ga.
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Clarke Central High School swimmers prepare for their state meet, which will take place on Feb. 4.
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The varsity boys soccer team makes adjustments after the recent region change and loss of several key players of last season.
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Three Gladiators sign to play college football
by Olivia Ripps February 1, 2017On Feb. 1, Clarke Central High School varsity football players Zay Brown, Rico Arnold and Bryson Kearney signed to play collegiate football.
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With over half of the team being newcomers, junior Muhammed DeLane talks about what the team is doing to kick off the 2017 Clarke Central High School boys varsity soccer team season right.
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Clarke Central High School held a pep rally on Jan. 20 previewing their basketball game against Cedar Shoals High School. The student government association put together an array of events including the recognition of winter sports.
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The Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School junior varsity basketball teams faced off on Jan. 21 at CCHS.
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The Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School varsity basketball teams faced off on Jan. 21 at CCHS. The Lady Glads won 53-44 and the boys lost 67-57.
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The Clarke Central High School tennis season for the 2016-17 school year began on Jan. 17.
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Clarke Central High School girls soccer tryouts started on Jan. 9 and will end on Jan. 20. JV girls soccer coach Scott Moore is excited for tryouts and hopes to enter the season with a strong team.
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On Jan. 9, Clarke Central High School’s soccer teams began conditioning and try-outs which were held at both Billy Henderson Stadium and in the weight room.
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Fundraising and payments for winter sports can look very different for some sports depending on the strategies to raise the money.
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Five things to know about fishing
by Emerson Meyer December 17, 2016Juniors Cole Bonner and Jack Byrne explain the sport of fishing and the new club team at Clarke Central High School.
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The Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School girl’s and boy’s varsity basketball teams faced off at CSHS on Dec. 10. The CCHS boy’s team lost to CSHS 73-70 while the girl’s team won 59-57.
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On Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m., Clarke Central High School will host the Fellowship of Christian Athletes All-Star Football Game.
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Cross-town rivals Cedar Shoals High School and Clarke Central High School basketball teams will face off on Dec. 10 and Jan. 21, 2017.
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Recap: the 2016 football season
by Olivia Ripps December 5, 2016By OLIVIA RIPPS – Sports Editor With the new head varsity head coach David…
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David Perno, once a Gladiator himself, followed a sports-based path of playing and coaching which has lead him to his current position as the Clarke Central High School head football coach.
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For the first time since 2013, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team competed in the Georgia High School Association 5A Sweet 16 State Playoffs. The Clarke Central Gladiators traveled to Henry County to face the Stockbridge High School Tigers on Nov. 18. The Gladiators fell to the Tigers 37-13.
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Varsity linebacker Byron “Memphis” Spraggins, a senior, has been playing football since he was young and his love for the game is strongly influenced by his father.
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In light of the C-Team’s championship game win, Clarke Central High School football coaches and players reflect on their success this season and look ahead to the future of the program.
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After their 44-21 defeat over Flowery Branch High School on Oct. 21, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team earned their spot in the playoffs and have began working towards a victory .
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Members of the Clarke Central High School varsity football team have noticed an overall improvement in the team since the start of the 2016 season.
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Throwback Thursday: Bragging rights (Volume 9, Issue 3)
by admin October 6, 2016The Jaguars defeated the Gladiator twice during the 2011-12 season.
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Gallery and coverage: Gladiators defeat Cedar Shoals 38-12
by Olivia Ripps September 24, 2016Clarke Central High School defeated Cedar Shoals High School 38-12 on Sept. 23 in the 50th annual Classic City Championship.
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Managing Editor Suncana Pavlic and the ODYSSEY Online staff compiled a comprehensive package, including columns by Print Sports Editor Hannah Gale and Cedar Shoals BluePrints Magazine sports editor Matteo Castile, a video by ODTV Director Karla Dougan, a Q&A with head football coach David Perno by Online Sports Editor Olivia Ripps and a game preview by Noeli Loya.
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ODYSSEY Newsmagazine Sports Editor Hannah Gale predicts the outcome of the 50th Classic City Championship.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team will face off against North Oconee High School’s varsity football team on Sept. 15. Kick off is at 7:30 p.m. at Billy Henderson Stadium.
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When the lights go out and the final season is over, football players at any level must find themselves outside of the sport.
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On May 9, senior Trip Thompson signed to play baseball at West Georgia Technical College.
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Clarke Central High School seniors Tyra Thompson and Cameron Mims signed to play women’s basketball at Albany State University and Lander University, respectively.
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Clarke Central High School varsity boys soccer head coach Chris Aiken sets high expectations for his players while maintaining a comfortable learning environment.
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Clarke Central JV baseball team takes on Monroe Area
by Kelly Fulford April 22, 2016Clarke Central High School’s junior varsity baseball team ended their season with a ten inning doubleheader on April 19.
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With the 2015-16 NFL season wrapped up, the beginning of the next season approaches and a large variety of potential game changers are preparing to enter the NFL draft. Here are some of the top prospects, compiled by sophomore Staff Writer Owen Churchwell, that are expected to appear in the 2016 draft.
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Sophomore Writing Coach Hannah Gale talks to math department teacher and Diamond Darlings coordinator Alex Szatkowski about the Diamond Darlings for the Clarke Central High School baseball program.
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Reflection on the varsity soccer trip
by Stacee Dillard March 18, 2016Freshman Staff Writer Stacee Dillard interviewed varsity soccer players and coaches who attended the Jekyll trip over Spring Break and they reflected on their experience in this infographic.
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Head girls track coach Quincy Wilkins discusses the the first meet of the season, which was on Feb. 27 and how the team is improving for upcoming meets.
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Freshman Ana Aldridge takes a closer look at the gap between women’s and men’s sports at high school and collegiate levels.
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The Clarke Central High School boy varsity soccer team prepares for their second game of the season against Madison County.
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Clarke Central High School JV girls soccer team will be playing against a new school, Discovery High School, on Feb. 17. Despite the fact of having no previous experience against the team, the CCHS JV girls soccer team expects to do well.
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Cedar Shoals hires former Clarke Central head man Ryals
by Kevin Mobley February 10, 2016Cedar Shoals High School has hired its fourth head football coach in five years, none other than former Clarke Central head coach Leroy Ryals.
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Former Burney Harris Lyons Middle School girls soccer coach Scott Moore is taking the next step in his coaching career at Clarke Central High School.
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Senior and varsity basketball player Tyra Thompson uses her laid back disposition and gentle nature to lead by example on and off the court.
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Web Master Sunčana Pavlić complied a package of the 50th Super Bowl predictions for both teams, the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos, by Owen Churchwell and Fear Churchwell.
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Super Bowl L will feature the Denver Broncos (12-4) and the Carolina Panthers (15-1). With Peyton Manning far out of his prime, the Broncos will have to heavily rely on their defense to have a chance.
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As Super Bowl 50 approaches, fans all over the country will witness a battle between two No. 1 seeded teams entering the playoffs: the National Football Conference’s Carolina Panthers and the American Football Conference’s Denver Broncos.
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With the baseball season approaching, coaches and players are preparing to put their offseason work into action during the regular season.
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The Clarke Central High School baseball team hopes to begin the season with a win against North Oconee High School.
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After breaking the career interception record and leaving a lasting legacy in his four years at Clarke Central High School, senior cornerback Rayshawn McCall is ready to take the next step.
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As the Clarke Central High School girls and boys basketball seasons continue, staff writer Kaya Pollack spotlights five varsity basketball cheerleaders.
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Gallery: Gladiators vs. Cedar Shoals varsity basketball
by Julie Alpaugh January 24, 2016On Jan. 23, cross-town rivalries Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School varsity basketball teams face off. The CCHS varsity girls took a 73-39 win followed by the CCHS varsity boys loss 54-73.
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The girls’ track team, whose official team practices began Jan. 19, is preparing for this year’s season by focusing on their goal to go to state.
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Gallery: Gladiators vs. Oconee varsity basketball
by Julie Alpaugh January 16, 2016>On Jan. 16, the Clarke Central High school’s girls and boys varsity basketball teams won both games against Oconee County High School. The girls won 72-27 and the boys won 63-54.
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Staff writer Owen Churchwell made an infographic that depicts the facts about several featured teams in the 2016 playoffs.
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Clarke Central High School girls soccer team expects a good season this year because of their pre-season preparations.
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Web Master Suncana Pavlic compiled a package containing fast facts written by staff writers Owen Churchwell and Fear Churchwell containing information on the CFP Championship game between the Alabama Roll Tides and the Clemson Tigers. Who will win?
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Many Clarke Central High School athletes transition between sports throughout their high school career and face pros and cons in doing so.
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Hannah Gale talks with physical education teacher and head wrestling coach, Tim Stoudenmire about the upcoming wrestling season and how the team hopes to do.
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The 2014-15 wrestling team placed seventh at the state tournament. However, head wrestling coach Timothy Stoudenmire believes the 2015-16 team can place first.
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Tipping off the new season: Q&A with Coach Andre McIntyre
by Fear Churchwell November 17, 2015Head boys varsity basketball coach Andre McIntyre speaks on his expectations for the 2015-16 basketball season.
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Varsity baseball pitcher Noah Fairbairn, after playing on over 15 different teams, has finally found his home in Augusta, Ga. playing for Augusta University’s baseball team.
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The Clarke Central High School wrestling season began on Oct. 26 for seventh through twelfth graders. This upcoming Thursday, the CCHS C-team wrestlers will compete at Athens Christian School, with the JV and Varsity wrestling teams competing this Saturday at Archer High School and Banks County High School
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The Clarke Central High School football program will be led by a new head coach next season following the resignation of head coach Ahren Self.
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Click here for more pictures from the last game of the 2015-16 season. By…
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The 2015-16 varsity wrestling team consists of many young players, but through their experience in the junior varsity program, they have the experience to make for a successful season.
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Sparking the concussion discussion
by Zoe Peterson November 8, 2015As concussions amongst high school athletes have become a serious issue in the sports world, the Clarke Central High School athletic association has taken an approach to prevent them.
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Clarke Central High School wrestlers have begun dieting and exercising to ensure success in this year’s season, while moving away from unhealthy weight loss strategies.
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The Clarke Central High School swim team members have begun practice for their 2015-2016 season.
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Studies show that it is very important for your health to stretch your muscles before and after physical activity. There are many beneficial ways to stretch, including active warm-ups and group stretches.
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The Clarke Central varsity boys basketball team is getting ready for the nearing season.
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On Oct. 31, the Clarke Central High School cross country team will head to the regional level races.
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Head swimming and diving coach Emily Dowd discusses her thoughts on the upcoming 2015-16 Clarke Central High School swimming season.
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On Oct. 16, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team will face off against the Gainesville High School football team at Billy Henderson Stadium.
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On October 16, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team will face off against the Gainesville High School football team at Billy Henderson Stadium.
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Glads fall to Flowery Branch, look to bounce back
by Johanna Hall October 10, 2015The Clarke Central varsity football team fell short in a fourth quarter comeback attempt against Flowery Branch.
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On Oct. 9, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team will play Region 8-AAAAA opponent, the Flowery Branch High School varsity football team, at Billy Henderson Stadium.
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The varsity softball team is going to the 8-AAAAA regional tournament for the first time in eight years on Sept. 28.
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The varsity football team is aiming to turn their season around during a three-game home stretch.
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On September 25, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team will play the Apalachee High School varsity football team at Billy Henderson Stadium.
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Q&A: varsity and junior varsity coach Aaron Cavin
by Owen Churchwell September 21, 2015For the 2015 football Season, varsity and junior varsity coach Aaron Cavin discusses his thoughts on the new players and what they bring to the team.
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Sophomore Christopher Dellaria returned to the Clarke Central High School Cross Country team, and looks ahead in the season and at where he stands now.
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Digital managing editor Aneesa-Conine Nakano and the ODYSSEY Online staff compiled a comprehensive package, including fast facts, columns by staff writer Fear Churchwell and Cedar Shoals BluePrints Magazine sports editor Matteo Castile, an interactive timeline and By The Numbers graphic by Suncana Pavlic and a SCENE at Central video by Karla Dougan and Julie Alpaugh.
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Jaguars seeking first Classic City Championship win in seven years
by David Ragsdale September 10, 2015Cedar Shoals High School BluePrints Magazine Sports Editor Matteo Castile predicts a Cedar Shoals High School victory.
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For the 49th time since 1974, crosstown high school rivals Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School football teams will clash in the Classic City Championship.
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Veteran ODYSSEY sports writer Fear Churchwell makes his pick for the Classic City Championship.
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Timeline: History of Classic City Championships
by Sunčana Pavlić September 10, 2015By SUNCANA PAVLIC -Web Master More from Suncana Pavlic
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Clarke Central High School’s Varsity volleyball team hosted a play day and won three matches on Aug., 29.
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On Friday Sept. 4, the Clarke Central High School Varsity football team will play Lanier High School to begin region play.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team is in preparation for their first region game.
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College recruited senior Rayshawn McCall battles a medial collateral ligament sprain (MCL) on his right knee at the start of the Clarke Central High School varsity football season. McCall is three career interceptions away from breaking the all-time record at CCHS, however, his injury may hold him back.
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After 15 years, Clarke Central High School refinished and repainted the New Gym’s floor.
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Newly named head track coach and Clarke Central High School alumnus Christian Norton has always had a love for track, even at a young age.
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Chris Borland’s decision to quit football due to concerns regarding traumatic brain injury is rational. But what about those who can’t?
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Clarke-Oconee Tennis Association is hosting the 40 & Over Championship this weekend in Athens.
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At 13 years old, Mo’ne Davis is still a better team player than the college baseball player who snubbed her online.
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Varsity golf coach and physical education department chair Dinah Posey will be retiring from Clarke Central High School in May. She will be taking a part time job at Foothills Education Charter High School beginning in the 2015-16 school year.
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The weather yet again takes a toll on Clarke Central’s tennis team; if the regional tournament can not happen this week than the team will not qualify for state.
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On April 11, alumni players of Clarke Central and Cedar Shoals will reunite with their respective schools and play against each other in the Alumni game.
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On April 11, the Clarke Central High School varsity boys soccer team will compete against cross-town foe Cedar Shoals.
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On April 11, the Clarke Central High School varsity girls soccer team and Cedar Shoals will face off for the Classic City Championship.
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The Atlanta Hawks are soaring into the 2015 NBA Playoffs with the best record in the Eastern Conference.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity boys soccer team is reflecting on their current region record and figuring how to improve in order to make the playoffs.
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Clarke Central High School’s tennis teams will play four matches over the coming week due to matches that have been cancelled because of inclement weather.
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The Clarke Central High School JV girls soccer team took on Flowery Branch High School at Billy Henderson Stadium on Sat., March 21. The Lady Glads tied Flowery Branch with a score of 0-0.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity boys soccer team were defeated 4-1 by Apalachee…
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Every year in March, the madness of men’s NCAA basketball tournament kicks off. The 64 team tournament makes every March a month to look forward to.
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Things you need to know before Clarke Central’s matchup against Apalachee.
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Clarke Central High School ESOL teacher and soccer manager Kathryn Erickson is now licensed to support CCHS’ soccer program however she can.
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Santana Baldwin is Clarke Central’s fastest female track runner. With a quad injury halting her participation in last year’s season, this year will be her year of redemption.
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Senior tight end/linebacker Qua-Von Scott worked towards his National Signing Day ceremony and football scholarship with a little help from his best friend and toughest motivator.
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The National Football League awards the Lombardi trophy to the Seattle Seahawks following their…
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On Jan. 17, Clarke Central High School competed in a swim meet at the…
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Kurian: Academics before athletics
by Christina Kurian January 29, 2015Academics trump athletics in the high school arena, and the Georgia High School Association eligibility policy, which states a student has to be passing five classes to play a sport, puts a fair emphasis on academics.
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Many athletes like to snack on junk food after a practice or game. Junk…
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Aqua Glads host Clarke-Oconee Invitational
by Ethan Crane January 17, 2015Thirty-one Georgia high schools competed in the Clarke-Oconee Invitational at the University of Georgia’s Ramsey Student Center Natatorium on Jan. 17.
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As Clarke Central high school seniors graduate, the freshman boys’ are working hard to carry their load for the team.
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Junior Kevin Mobley reflects on Stuart Scott’s career and how it has impacted his passion for sports.
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Freshman Neha Mohanty has been playing soccer for ten years, and through those years it has become an influential part of her life.
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Clarke Central High School will host East Hall and Winder Barrow High Schools on Dec. 16 in the Stoudenmire Bowl, a tri-meet between three wrestling teams each coached by a Stoudenmire brother.
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Gladiator Youth Wrestling is a new program which aims to teach students how to wrestle.
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Q&A: senior José Mondragon on Intro to Lifetime Sports
by Brittney Butler December 6, 2014An inside look Lifetime Sports, a physical education elective for seniors, with Jose Mondragon.
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Although there is currently not a physical education uniform, teachers believe if it was enforced in the future, it would be beneficial.
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After being diagnosed with a benign tumor in his liver in 2008, sophomore Matthew Burgess was cleared to play contact sports after a successful surgery in January and secured a spot on the Clarke Central High School varsity wrestling team.
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Clarke Central High School sophomore free safety An’zavion “Zay” Brown is a college prospect and junior running back JaQua Daniels is a college recruit. Both play on
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As the Clarke Central High School varsity cross country team prepares for the Region 8-AAAAA meet in Conyers, Ga. on Nov. 1 and the AAAAA state meet on Nov. 8, the team looks to count on freshman runners to help them succeed.
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Spraggins leads Glads to defeat Jaguars 22-16
by Susanna Conine-Nakano October 17, 2014On Thurs., Oct. 16, sophomore Byron Spraggins played in the final junior varsity game of the season against cross-town rival Cedar Shoals High School at Billy Henderson Stadium after being cleared from a concussion.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity softball team won its second game this season — also its second since 2007 — 11-6 against Greater Atlanta Christian School on Sept. 30 in the regular season finalé.
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In recent years, freshmen on varsity teams have become the norm, and there is no exception this year.
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Cedar Shoals High School head football coach Scott Wilkins Q&A
by Kevin Mobley September 12, 2014On Jan. 14, Cedar Shoals High School hired their former head football coach Scott Wilkins, who accumulated a 106-50 overall record at CSHS from 1994-2007.
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By the numbers: The Classic City Championship
by Fear Churchwell September 11, 2014For the 48th time since 1974, the cross-town rivals will clash in the Classic City Championship.
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Clarke Central High School alumna Kinnerson, Lady Jaguars top Lady Glads 6-5
by Robert Walker September 4, 2014By SAMUEL HOOD – Sports Editor On Tuesday, Sept. 2, the Clarke Central…
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Rookie mistakes cost Glads in season opener
by Fear Churchwell August 31, 2014On Friday, Aug. 29, the Clarke Central High School varsity football team lost its season opener of the regular season against Hart County at Billy Henderson stadium.
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Lady Glads top Greene County 10-1 in five innings
by Ethan Crane August 21, 2014On Wednesday, Aug. 20, the Clarke Central High School varsity softball team registered its first win in seven years against Greene County High School.
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Wise leads Glads to 18-0 win over Jonesboro in scrimmage
by Fear Churchwell August 16, 2014Senior quarterback Aakeem Wise led the Clarke Central High School varsity football team to an 18-0 win over Jonesboro High School in a preseason game on Friday, Aug. 15 at Billy Henderson stadium.
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After years of fighting for the spotlight, senior Kavon Williams feels it’s his time to shine as he moves on to Mars Hill College.
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The varsity basketball seniors have played together nearly all their lives. With bonds so strong, it seems like the …
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By LUKE SLABODA – Viewpoints Writer More from Luke Slaboda
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NFL draft prospect Michael Sam played a vital role in the dismantling of oppressive stereotypes about sexuality by coming out as gay on Feb. 8.
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Varsity Wrestling team wins at Traditional Championships
by Kevin Mobley February 5, 2014On Sat., Feb. 1, the Clarke Central High School varsity wrestling team notched a championship performance at the Region 8-AAAAA Traditional Championships.
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He was born and raised in Compton, CA. He has tattoos that sleeve his arms and dreadlocks that drape down his face. He’s taller than average, standing at six feet three inches. He is an African American.
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The varsity boys basketball teams for Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School will play again on Saturday, Jan. 18 at Jaguar Gym.
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West team wins the inaugural Northeast Georgia FCA All-Star Game 31-6
by Kevin Mobley December 28, 2013The West team defeated the East team 31-6 in the Northeast Georgia Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ inaugural Football All-Star Game, hosted by Clarke Central High School.
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The B team football team finished its 2013 season with a winning record of 4-3 and only one home game.
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Clarke Central High School head varsity boys basketball coach Andre McIntyre believes experience and camaraderie will be the keys to a successful 2013-14 campaign.
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The Clarke Central High School varsity football team was defeated by Mays High School 14-10 in the first round of the Georgia High School Association state playoffs Friday, Nov. 15 at Lakewood Stadium in Atlanta, Ga.
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Sports fans frequently turn on their television sets and tune in to watch their favorite teams or the game of the week. Within the last decade, sports broadcasting has extended its reach to encompass the Internet, mobile devices and new technological advances.
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Clarke Central High School head varsity football coach Ahren Self stood behind his defense before the 47th meeting between the Gladiators and cross-town rival Cedar Shoals High School.
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Rapid Recap: Gladiators defeat Cedar Shoals 45-15
by Kevin Mobley November 8, 2013The Clarke Central High School varsity football team won its final game of the regular season against Cedar Shoals High School 45-15 on Friday, Nov. 8, improving to 8-2 overall.
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After six years as the Clarke Central High School defensive coordinator, Self now sits…
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Clarke Central High School will face off against Flowery Branch High School on Oct. 25.
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Ryan Johnson resumes the role of Head Athletic Trainer after three years.
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Gladiators suffer first region loss 28-56 to Gainesville
by Kevin Mobley October 19, 2013The Clarke Central High School varsity football team lost 28-56 on Oct. 18 at Billy Henderson Stadium against Gainesville High School and their senior quarterback Deshaun Watson, the consensus No. 1-rated high school quarterback in the nation.
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By the numbers: Clarke Central High School vs. Gainesville High School
by Susanna Conine-Nakano October 18, 2013By the numbers for the upcoming game against Gainesville High School.
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Through half of regional play, the Clarke Central High School Gladiators varsity football team are 4-0 in regional play and 5-1 overall.
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When watching the 2012 edition of the Clarke Central High School vs. Marist School game, I was awestricken at the fashion in which the War Eagles and their triple option offense dominated in the second half, as they sauntered to a 30-13 win against CCHS.
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Gainesville High School senior quarterback Deshaun Watson has been able to cope with national attention off the field while performing at a high level on it.
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Clarke Central High School senior quarterback Cameron Johnson looks forward to the matchup against Gainesville High School on Oct. 18.
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CCHS remains perfect in region play with 23-3 win vs. Heritage
by Kevin Mobley October 13, 2013Clarke Central High School’s 23-3 win on Oct. 11 vs. Heritage High School at Billy Henderson Stadium snapped a two-year streak of suffering come-from-behind losses against the Patriots.
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By the numbers: Clarke Central High School vs. Heritage High School
by Susanna Conine-Nakano October 11, 2013By the numbers for the upcoming game against Heritage High School.
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By the numbers: Clarke Central High School vs. Salem High School
by Susanna Conine-Nakano October 4, 2013By the numbers for the upcoming game against Salem High School.
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Clarke Central Varsity Volleyball squares off against Oconee and Gainesville
by Susanna Conine-Nakano September 19, 2013The Gladiators were defeated by Oconee, but rebounded to defeat Gainsville in region game.
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Self records first win as Gladiators defeat CGHS 37-12
by Kevin Mobley September 9, 2013Clarke Central High School Head Football Coach Ahren Self recorded his first career win on Friday, September 6
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By the numbers: Clarke Central Vs. Central Gwinnett
by Susanna Conine-Nakano September 5, 2013The Clarke Central High School Gladiators play Central Gwinnett High School Black Knights Sept. 5 at 7:30 p.m.
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Giving Cedar Shoals High School a run for their money
by Susanna Conine-Nakano August 28, 2013Clarke Central High School faced cross-town rival Cedar Shoals High School on Aug. 27.
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I hate the Miami Heat.
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Fundraising efforts to benefit the surgery recovery of retired head football coach Billy Henderson have led to the creation of the It Can Be Done Foundation.
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There’s a place deep in the pines of the Tar Heel state where the streams calmly trickle down and the grass is vibrantly green.
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On May 8, the Clarke Central High School team defeated the Riverwood High School Raiders 3-0 to advance to the Elite Eight of the 8-AAAAA State Playoffs.
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On Wednesday, May 1, the CCHS boy’s varsity soccer team won against East Paulding High School 5-1 in the first round of the state soccer tournament.
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On Jan. 5, Denver Nuggets power forward Kenneth Faried became the first NBA player in history to join the gay rights group, “Athlete Ally,” aimed at fighting homophobia in sports.
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Photo by Jeff Haynes and courtesy of the Baltimore Sun. On April 3, five days prior to tip-off, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame’s president John Doleva called the University of Louisville’s head coach Rick Pitino, alongside seven other inductees.
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Gallery: CCHS Varsity Soccer vs. Cedar Shoals
by Susanna Conine-Nakano April 9, 2013The CCHS Varsity Girls won against Cedar Shoals High School 1-0 while the Varsity Boys lost 4-5 in overtime.
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Studying should be required and emphasized for student-athletes.
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CBS’s “Selection Show” revealed the seedings for the 2013 NCAA Tournament on Sunday night, and games will now commence starting this Tuesday, March 19, with the play-in games.
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According to a piece on ESPN’s Outside the Lines, an Emmy Award-winning investigative series, aired in Dec. 2009, the percentage of African American basketball players in the National Basketball League is 71.8, internationals account for 18.3 percent, and the percentage of White Americans is 9.9.
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By KEVIN MOBLEY – Contributing Writer During a game broadcast in 1982, CBS Sports’…
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Breaking it down: Ryals and his departure from CCHS football
by Web Master February 21, 2013On Feb. 11, the seven-season-long era of head football coach Leroy Ryals ended. It was announced officially on Tuesday that he would be leaving Clarke Central High School for Thomasville High School in Thomasville, Ga.
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On Feb. 15, football players for the 2013-14 school year were called down to the team meeting room, formerly known as the auxiliary weight room for the second time this week.
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Ryals takes head coaching position at Thomasville High School
by Web Master February 12, 2013The seven-year long Ryals football era at Clarke Central High School ended on Feb. 11. Head football coach Leroy Ryals accepted the position as Thomasville High School head football coach and athletic director on Monday and made the announcement to CCHS players Tuesday during a fourth block meeting in the team meeting room, formerly the Auxilarly Weight Room.
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We often hear about the high profile football players that come out of high school, excel in college and translate their talent into millions of dollars at the professional level.
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Football recruiting has transformed from a side job for college football media to a major aspect of the sport, and it originated from the art of persuasion.
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A love of tennis can begin at any age. After the concepts and rules of the game are learned, a player can continue to participate in the game for the entirety of their lives according to Robin Stevens, president of the Clarke-Oconee Tennis Association, a non-profit organization that operates leagues for all ages of tennis players.
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Until this year, the wrestling team has held practice in what is commonly referred to as the “small gym.” Each day, the transfer of mats onto and off of the floor of the gym marked the beginning and end of practice.
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Letter from the Editor: For the love of journalism
by Web Master January 13, 2013At the end of a distribution day, I wince every time an ODYSSEY Newsmagazine, a product that a 26-person staff slaved over, lies on the floor or in the recycling bins. So why do we do it in the first place?
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The Alabama Crimson Tide defeated Notre Dame 42-14 on Monday, Jan. 7, and now the SEC has secured its seventh consecutive national championship.
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Every single college football fan knows the Bowl Championship Series has become synonymous with unfairness, mistake and doubt in a dated system.
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Out cold: The real danger of concussions
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Cedar Shoals High School head football Coach Chris Davis believes his players’ success in life and in the classroom is more important than winning football games.
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Clarke Central High School and Cedar Shoals High School have shared a deep rivalry for the past 38 years. On Nov. 9, the two programs will meet once again, and all of Athens is waiting for that day to arrive.
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Standing on the sidelines of Clarke Central High School’s football games and cheering his teammates on is one of their most vital players, CCHS senior Rodney Willingham, who cannot play due to a broken ankle.
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The Gladiator football team is statistically compared to the Heritage High School Patriots in this week’s matchup.
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The Gladiator football team is statistically compared to the Salem High School Seminoles for the 2012 homecoming football game.