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Team and Recruiting writer at . Former Sports Editor at the Rome News-Tribune and Calhoun Times.

Joined August 2013
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Alex Farrer
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A Rome native and Rome High graduate. Had a wife and two young kids. Died trying to save students by getting them out of the hallway and into his classroom. Just so sad. Guy is a hero.
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Brendan Koerner
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Per sources: Richard Aspinwall is one of the teachers that was pronounced dead in the Apalachee High School shooting. Aspinwall was the Wildcats’ defensive coordinator and was on staff at Gwinnett’s Mountain View for a number of years. Please pray for his wife and two girls🙏
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Alex Farrer
6 years
BREAKING NEWS: Calhoun head football coach Hal Lamb has announced his retirement from coaching after 21 years at the school and 23 total as a head coach.
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Alex Farrer
2 years
@BleacherReport Wait. LeBron made somebody else's moment about LeBron!?!? No way.
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Alex Farrer
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Future teammates Jimmy Bryson (Baylor) and Justin Hasenhuetl (Rabun Gap) poses for a photo after today's game. Two big boys that will fit into the OL room well next year at Georgia Tech.
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2 months
The governor is in the building.
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Future Georgia Tech teammates Josh Petty and Carrington Coombs with a quick meet-up after the Hebron Christian's win over Fellowship Christian tonight.
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It's Georgia Tech for four-star OL Josh Petty. Walks out with he and his family all in Jackets gear.
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9 months
Congratulations to Rome High senior Justin Terrell who was recognized during a ceremony today for signing a football scholarship in December with North Carolina State.
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Jackets in the top 25 for the first time since 2015.
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Georgia Tech Football
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𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝 🔗 #StingEm 🐝
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Alex Farrer
8 years
Oklahoma State is getting a heck of a player with Jelani Woods from Cedar Grove. Ridiculous size, great arm, great escapabilty in pocket.
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Recruiting visitors all the way from th end zone to past the 50 prior to Georgia Tech's matchup with Duke. Lots of interest in seeing the Jackets up close.
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Alex Farrer
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So does this by default make Georgia Tech have the best offensive line in the country? How does this work.
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Pete Thamel
2 months
Here’s our @CollegeGameDay hit from Dublin, where we dive into Florida State’s defensive line. Multiple NFL scouts told ESPN they expect FSU to have the country’s best starting defensive line this year.
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Alex Farrer
1 month
The 2-0 Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are back to work getting ready for a road trip to Syracuse on Saturday.
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Alex Farrer
7 years
Just want to say congratulations again today to Calhoun on their Class AAA State Title. Let everyone debate calls, non-calls, missed calls and blown calls til the end of time. Can't take away what the Jackets did the entire game and entire season. Special group.
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Alex Farrer
6 years
Calhoun has renamed the football facility Hal Lamb Field at Phil Reeve Stadium in the legendary coach's honor.
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Alex Farrer
2 months
I would like to give fair warning to my X/Twitter followers. I will be starting a new job officially tomorrow with so this account will now mostly be featuring that stuff. (continued)
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Alex Farrer
2 years
Rome rising senior defensive tackle has committed to Clemson over Alabama and Georgia.
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Alex Farrer
2 years
The biggest and best news of tonight is Armuchee head coach Jeremy Green is back on the sideline and cancer free. The game is secondary to that.
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Alex Farrer
2 months
Another big addition to Georgia Tech's 2025 class. It's been rumored to be happening since his decommitment from UGA a few weeks ago, and the 4-star DL from Prince Avenue Christian pulled the trigger today.
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Kelly Quinlan
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The commitment of 4-star DT Christian Garrett to #GaTech puts the Jackets in the top 20 recruiting classes for 2025.
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This is a big-time move for Georgia Tech. Don't let anyone tell you differently.
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Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
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Get ready for game days on The Flats ft. @ryancameron 🗣️🎙️ 🎟️ #StingEm 🐝
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First day on the job. Not bad.
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Been to many a Tech games in my life but never had this view before. Thankful again for the opportunity @Kelly_Quinlan has given me with @jacketsonline . Jackets and Panthers in primetime tonight at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
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Alex Farrer
2 months
A very well-known voice in Atlanta will serve as Georgia Tech's 2024 PA announcer at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
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Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
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Help us welcome The Voice of Atlanta, Ryan Cameron, to Bobby Dodd Stadium 🗣️🎙️ @ryancameron 📰 #StingEm 🐝
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Alex Farrer
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BREAKING: Former Tech, NFL OL Gardner to take over as color analyst on Jackets' football broadcasts for remainder or 2024 season... @Kelly_Quinlan
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Alex Farrer
3 months
A little career update...
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Alex Farrer
8 years
Congratulations to Calhoun High senior Baylon Spector who signed a football scholarship with Clemson today. Will early enroll in January.
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Alex Farrer
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Both said they loved watching Georgia Tech get that big win yesterday over Florida State and said they knew that's the way Georgia Tech would play because of the way Brent Key and Geep Wade operate.
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Alex Farrer
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Future teammates Jimmy Bryson (Baylor) and Justin Hasenhuetl (Rabun Gap) poses for a photo after today's game. Two big boys that will fit into the OL room well next year at Georgia Tech.
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Alex Farrer
11 days
Georgia Tech crowd giving it to these refs as the go off the field to end the first half. Deservedly so.
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Alex Farrer
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Sam Turner (No. 18) one of the four captains for Southwest DeKalb. He's rocking the Georgia Tech cap on his head.
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Alex Farrer
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Both said they are locked in with Georgia Tech and trying to help close out a strong 2025 class.
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2 months
Future Georgia Tech teammates Josh Petty and Carrington Coombs with a quick meet-up after the Hebron Christian's win over Fellowship Christian tonight.
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Alex Farrer
1 year
First stop on the Pigskin interview tour today is Berry College. Had a great talk with the real Coach K (I don't acknowledge that other guy) about what he expects from his group in 2023. Spoiler alert: The Vikings are going to be experienced and very good once again!
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Alex Farrer
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Georgia Tech commit...
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Nelson Hicks
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He's the region athlete of the year who ranks as 1 of state's top 15 football recruits. State track champ too! Headed to @GeorgiaTechFB . @wsbtv honors @SCHSPatriots @dalenpenson as an Athlete of the Week. His story 1120pm on Channel 2. More athletes:
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Alex Farrer
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Kam Cullins (No. 8) is one of the four captains tonight for North Cobb. Good size for the senior DL commit for Georgia Tech.
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Alex Farrer
3 years
UPSET ALERT! The No. 4 seed Coosa Eagles go on the road and defeat No. 1 seed Callaway 52-48 in the first round of the Class AA State Tournament. @KyleSandy355 @SandysSpiel @scoreatlanta
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Alex Farrer
9 years
Congratulations to Calhoun senior Landon Rice who signed a football scholarship with Auburn University today.
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Alex Farrer
7 years
Congratulations to recent Calhoun High graduate Malik Lawrence who signed a basketball scholarship with Brewton-Parker today.
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Alex Farrer
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For the record, I love what I do. Always thankful @Kelly_Quinlan has given me this opportunity. Also, don't want to speak for Kelly, but I would feel comfortable saying he also loves what he does. Also thankful for all the JOL'ers ( @jacketsonline ) out there. Without you, we
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Alex Farrer
5 years
It's a final. Stunning score here at The Reeve. North Murray defeats Calhoun 31-7. First region loss for the Jackets since 2001. Breaks a 139-game region winning streak.
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Alex Farrer
2 months
Back on The Flats today! Beautiful day in The A!
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Alex Farrer
11 months
Nothing like Thanksgiving morning football practice! Only a few teams in the state get to do this, and the Rome Wolves are one of them! Wolves getting ready for an Elite Eight showdown with a very good Thomas County Central squad tomorrow night at Barron Stadium at 7:30 p.m.
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Alex Farrer
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@TheCuseJuice @FranBrownCuse He just meant he barely had any crossover with Brown because of his short time at Western Carolina and because he worked on the offensive side. He goes on later in the presser to talk about much respect he has for Brown and the coaches that he's worked for. And how Brown is
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Alex Farrer
2 months
The clock will run to all zeroes, and Georgia Tech will improve to 2-0 thanks to a 35-12 win over Georgia State. The Jackets should be in the Top 25 when the rankings come out next week.
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Alex Farrer
2 months
Jackets working like they have a game this week or something. FSU preparation continues for Georgia Tech.
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Alex Farrer
7 years
Congratulations to Calhoun High senior CJ Fuller who signed a football scholarship with Union College today.
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Alex Farrer
7 years
What I do know is Sonoraville's Wil Walraven was voted as the Boys 6-AAA Player of the Year unanimously. Kid had an unbelievable season.
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Alex Farrer
6 years
Calhoun head coach Hal Lamb with a special plaque presented to him by his father and Georgia Hall of Famer Ray Lamb to commemorate his record 18th straight region title.
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Alex Farrer
7 years
People commenting on this tweet stuff about Calhoun being "given" a state title or "admitting the call was wrong" or other nonsense need to go on with themselves. Bad calls happen in every game. Calhoun had calls go against them as well that would've changed the game. It happens.
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Hal Lamb
7 years
What a great win by our young men!!! They showed a lot of guts and determination!!! #statechampions2107
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Alex Farrer
2 months
There will be a lot of talent on The Flats tomorrow night when Georgia Tech hosts Georgia State.
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Kelly Quinlan
2 months
#GaTech will have a stacked group of visitors this weekend for the Georgia State game headlined by four-star commits and a bunch of high-profile 2026 targets.
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Alex Farrer
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2025 Georgia Tech QB commit has been tearing it up so far this season.
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Grady Adamson
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Through our first 3 games (non-district) 44/62 (71%) 688 yards 10 Tds 29 carries for 234 yards 4 Tds @Creek_Football @Coachstandley @AntlerAthletics
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Alex Farrer
2 years
Congratulations to Darlington senior Gatlin Hancock who signed a football scholarship today with Kennesaw State University.
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Alex Farrer
5 years
For the record...
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Alex Farrer
2 years
THE SHOT AT THE BUZZER IS NO GOOD! MODEL IS HEADED TO THE FINAL FOUR!
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Alex Farrer
7 years
Congratulations to Calhoun High senior Carson Kemp who signed a baseball scholarship with Carson-Newman University today.
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Alex Farrer
6 years
Lady Phoenix celebrate as they are Final Four bound with a 75-51 victory over Rutland! @KyleSandy355 @SandysSpiel @scoreboardplus @scoreatlanta
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Alex Farrer
7 years
Breast cancer survivor Cheryl Henderson throws out the ceremonial first pitch to her daughter Carlie Henderson.
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Alex Farrer
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Christian Garrett among the four captains tonight for Prince Avenue Christian as they are almost ready to kick off against West Forsyth. He definitely is an imposing presence on the field.
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Alex Farrer
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@scottcoleman55 You mean you don't want a split screen for a whole inning of a crucial game in the playoffs race to watch and listen to Mookie Betts talking about bowling? Come on, Scott.
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Alex Farrer
5 years
Special ceremony before the game tonight to officially dedicate the newly renamed Hal Lamb Field at Phil Reeve Stadium. The legendary Coach Lamb was presented with a plaque and pictures to commemorate the special occasion.
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Alex Farrer
6 years
Congratulations to Calhoun High senior Porter Law who signed a basketball scholarship today with Lagrange College.
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Alex Farrer
3 years
Tomorrow's the day! Can't wait to get started back at the @romenewstribune , and I can't wait to make contact with all the great local coaches and athletic directors.
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Alex Farrer
27 days
Sam Turner certainly looks the part of a 4-star receiver. Impressive looking player.
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Alex Farrer
5 years
There will never be another like Coach Jerry Foster Smith. Truly one of a kind. You will me missed greatly, Coach. Rest in peace. You are better off than all the rest of us now with no more troubles, pain and worries of this world.
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Alex Farrer
2 years
Sneak peek of the Pigskin Preview cover photoshoot today. Make sure to be on the lookout for the @romenewstribune 's annual football preview section coming soon.
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Alex Farrer
2 months
Seither is expected to seek a medical redshirt to return to Georgia Tech next season according to sources.
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Alex Farrer
2 months
During his media availability just now, Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key said the depth chart for the Florida State game will be released later today. He did announce that tight end Brett Seither will not be on there as he suffered a season-ending knee injury in preseason camp.
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Alex Farrer
8 years
Sonoraville's Cortney Williams drains a 3 as time expires to give her team a 44-41 win and keep their season alive. Wow. What a finish!
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Alex Farrer
5 years
Former Calhoun star does it all...plays almost every position on the field, clutch pinch-hitter and now bringing joy to parents-to-be.
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Bally Sports: Braves
5 years
. @Braves fans Cory, Danielle & Tucker Nadeau from Kingsport, Tenn., got some help from @cculberson8 for their gender reveal.
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Alex Farrer
7 years
How about a three-hit, complete-game shutout from a sophomore to send his team to the Final Four? That's what Calhoun got from Davis Allen.
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Alex Farrer
2 years
Hand up, I fell for the Geoff Collins hype when he was hired. I was wrong. He has been a disaster. It is time to move on if you are Georgia Tech. #GoJackets
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Alex Farrer
2 months
Recruiting never stops. Georgia Tech got a huge recruiting win with Josh Petty on Monday but already looking ahead to a pair of playmakers at Fellowship Christian for 2026. @cj_givers @JonathanGranby
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Alex Farrer
7 years
It's a final! Calhoun defeats Cedar Grove 14-6. The Jackets are headed to the Benz!!!
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Alex Farrer
10 months
Rome girls head Coach Jared Hughes showing off his new hardware!
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Alex Farrer
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Former Georgia Tech All-American and Pro Football Hall of Famer Billy Shaw passed away. Prayers out to his family and friends! A legend for the Jackets before going on to play several years with the Buffalo Bills during a great pro career.
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Pro Football Hall of Fame
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The Pro Football Hall of Fame is saddened to share the news that the Class of 1999's Billy Shaw has passed away at age 85. #HOFForever More info:
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Alex Farrer
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Got to chat with four-star Fellowship Christian OL Josh Petty yesterday as his college decision is set for Monday. Here's an update that Georgia Tech fans will like a lot with the positive things he said about Brent Key and the Jackets.
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Alex Farrer
2 years
Congratulations to Darlington senior Logan Floyd who signed a baseball scholarship today with Carson-Newman University.
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Alex Farrer
7 years
A diagram of Calhoun's 2017 Class AAA State Championship Ring.
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Alex Farrer
6 years
Hello all, just wanted to let everyone know I will be handling sports for the Gordon Gazette going forward. Looking forward to this new opportunity and continuing to provide sports coverage for Calhoun and Gordon County. Make sure to follow for updates, news and info.
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Alex Farrer
1 month
Why mess up a good thing? Sheamus til the wheels fall off!
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Georgia Tech Football
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Wouldn’t be game day without our lucky charm 🍀 @WWESheamus #StingEm 🐝
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Alex Farrer
9 years
Calhoun's Jack Defoor signing with Ole Miss. #NSD2016 @scoreboardplus @scoreatlanta
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Alex Farrer
6 years
Congratulations to Sonoraville High senior Wil Walraven who signed a basketball scholarship today with Young Harris College.
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Alex Farrer
11 months
Announcement...
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5 years
Congratulations to Calhoun High senior Jonkell Tolbert who signed a football scholarship today with Cumberland University.
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Alex Farrer
6 years
Calhoun will name Clay Stephenson as the next head coach to succeed Lamb. Stephenson has been an assistant coach under Lamb for more than a decade.
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Alex Farrer
2 years
Went by the Lakeside for my Pigskin Preview interview today with Darlington head coach @CoachTommyAtha . The Tigers are coming off a region title and Elite Eight run last season and have high expectations for 2022 as well. I've heard there's nothing like a Tiger on Friday night.
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Calhoun receiving their Region 6-AAA Championship trophy.
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Alex Farrer
2 years
Prayers go out to Chattooga. Awful news this morning.
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Alex Farrer
3 years
Career News:
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Alex Farrer
1 year
Congratulations to Coach Matt Larry and the Darlington Tigers who are headed to the Class A Division I Elite Eight after sweeping Whitefield Academy today on the road! First Elite Eight berth for Darlington since 2015.
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Alex Farrer
5 years
Big-time honor for the former Calhoun High standout and Berry freshman quarterback Gavin Gray...
@BerryVikings
Berry Athletics
5 years
🏈 | Congratulations to @BerryFootball 's Gavin Gray, your @SAA_Sports Football Newcomer of the Year! #WeAllRow #d3fb
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7 years
Congratulations to Calhoun High senior JC Fuller who signed a football scholarship with Shorter University on Thursday.
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Alex Farrer
8 years
Calhoun girls golf defeats Blessed Trinity on the second playoff hole to win their second straight AAA State title!
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Alex Farrer
1 month
New Georgia Tech offer for the 2025 class out this weekend...
@JalenShivers
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#AGTG Georgia Tech Offered!! #StingEm
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Alex Farrer
5 years
Congratulations to Calhoun High senior Logan Parker who signed a football scholarship today with Maryville College.
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Alex Farrer
7 years
Congratulations to Calhoun High senior Zeke Nance who signed a football scholarship today with Lenoir-Rhyne University today.
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Alex Farrer
7 years
Unbelievable effort by the Jackets who were considered underdogs by almost everyone in the state.
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Alex Farrer
2 years
Michael Dougherty was officially introduced as Armuchee's new head baseball coach at a meet and greet this afternoon at the school. Dougherty, an Armuchee alum, has spent the last few years as head coach at Coosa and also has previously coached at Rome and Brantley County.
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Alex Farrer
7 years
Former Calhoun High standout with a grand slam for her first career college home run.
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Gamecock Softball
7 years
T5: ARE YOU KIDDING! @JohnsJana blasts one to CF to extend Carolina's lead to 15-0! That's Carolina's SECOND grand slam of the day! #Gamecocks
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Alex Farrer
2 years
Congrats to Coach Jeff Rickman on his retirement that he announced tonight after a history-making season for the Pepperell Lady Dragons! End his 19-year career at the helm with a region title, run to the Elite Eight and a third-place finish in the state. Well done, Coach!
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Alex Farrer
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Sonoraville goalkeeper Lane Moore with a save on the ninth Calhoun attempt to give the Phoenix the victory. What a game. Incredible.
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