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April 20, 2026

Busy Week Ahead for Chattooga High School Athletics and Events

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Chattooga High School is gearing up for a busy week of athletic competition and school events as the countdown to graduation continues.

According to school officials, Track and Field athletes will compete in the Region meet on Monday at Gordon Central. The tennis team will be in action Tuesday through Friday in the State Playoffs, while the baseball team is also scheduled to compete in the State Playoffs from Wednesday through Saturday.

In addition to athletics, the school will host its Choral Spring Concert on Friday, April 24 at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria.

School leaders note that graduation is now just five weeks away, with several activities planned in the coming weeks as the school year winds down.

Officials also announced that an April fire drill is scheduled for Tuesday at 10 a.m.

April 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Free Sports Physicals Offered For Chattooga And Trion High School Students

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Student-athletes at Chattooga High School and Trion High School will have an opportunity to receive free sports physicals ahead of the upcoming school year.

The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 2 at 8 a.m. at Atrium Health Floyd Physical Therapy and Rehab, located on Highway 27 in Summerville.

Officials say the annual screening is open to students entering grades 9 through 12 and is required for participation in high school athletics. The physicals will include a review of medical history, vision exams, blood pressure checks, orthopedic screenings, and general sports evaluations.

Students must bring a completed and updated GHSA sports physical form in order to be seen. Parents or guardians are also required to complete and sign all necessary paperwork prior to the appointment.

Organizers say the event helps ensure student-athletes are prepared and cleared for participation while also making the process more accessible for families across Chattooga County and Trion.

March 30, 2026

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Chattooga High Athletics Schedule Ahead Of Spring Break

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Chattooga High School athletics has released its schedule for the upcoming week as students head into the final days before spring break.

Action begins Monday, March 30th, with JV Baseball traveling to Armuchee for a 5 PM game.

On Tuesday, March 31st, Varsity Baseball will also be on the road at Armuchee, with first pitch set for 5 PM.

Thursday, April 2nd will be a busy day for the Indians:

Track and Field competes at Armuchee at 4 PM
Tennis travels to Fannin County for a 4 PM match
Varsity Baseball hosts Armuchee at home at 5:30 PM

The week wraps up Friday, April 3rd, with Varsity Baseball back on the road at Armuchee for a 5 PM start.

Fans are encouraged to come out and support Chattooga athletes as they close out the week before spring break.

March 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga High School Announces Full Schedule of Activities for Next Week

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Chattooga High School is heading into a busy week of spring sports and activities as students and staff continue the countdown to Spring Break.

Assistant Principal and Athletic Director J. Mark Turner reminded families that there are now just eight school days remaining until the break. He also thanked the community for its continued support and noted that the school is still looking for volunteers to help with gate duties at upcoming games.

March 15, 2026

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Chattooga High School Announces Athletic Schedule For March 16–21

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Chattooga High School has released its athletic schedule for the week of March 16 through March 21, featuring several home and away competitions for baseball, soccer, tennis, and track and field.

March 8, 2026

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Busy Week of Athletics and Events Ahead at Chattooga High School

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Chattooga High School has a full schedule of athletic events and activities planned for the week of March 8–14, according to Assistant Principal and Athletic Director J. Mark Turner.

The week begins Monday with JV Baseball hosting Ridgeland at 5:00 p.m. On Tuesday, the Track and Field team will compete at home at 4:00 p.m., while tennis plays Coosa at the Rome Tennis Center at 4:00 p.m. Later that evening, JV and Varsity baseball travel to Dade County at 5:00 p.m., and soccer teams travel to Coosa for a 5:30 p.m. match.

Thursday features several home events including soccer against Dade County at 5:00 p.m. at Ben Windom Stadium and JV and Varsity baseball hosting Dade County at 5:00 p.m. The CTAE Advisory Meeting and Dinner will also be held Thursday evening at 6:00 p.m. in the CHS Cafeteria.

On Friday, tennis hosts Model at the Rome Tennis Center at 4:00 p.m., soccer travels to Christian Heritage at 5:00 p.m., and JV baseball plays at Dade County at 5:30 p.m.

The week concludes Saturday with Varsity baseball traveling to North Sand Mountain for a noon game.

March 3, 2026

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Trion City Schools’ Jason Lanham Named Region 7A–DII Athletic Director of the Year at 2026 GADA Conference

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The 2026 Georgia Athletic Directors Association (GADA) Conference wrapped up in Athens, Georgia — the “Classic City” — after a multi-day gathering held from February 27 through March 2, 2026.

The annual conference is the largest statewide event for athletic administrators, bringing together school leaders from across Georgia for networking, professional development, and recognition of excellence in athletic programs — including honors such as Athletic Director of the Year awards.

Among this year’s recipients, Trion City Schools Athletic Director Jason Lanham was recognized as Athletic Director of the Year for Region 7A–DII, representing Northwest Georgia on the statewide stage.

Lanham credited the Trion community for the honor, saying he is “extremely grateful” to be supported by his school system, administrators, coaches, athletes, and students — emphasizing the team effort behind successful athletic programs.

February 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia House Unanimously Passes Bill Allowing High School Athletes to Profit from NIL Deals

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A bill moving through the Georgia Capitol could reshape high school sports statewide by allowing student-athletes to earn money from their name, image, and likeness (NIL) through endorsement and promotional deals.

January 18, 2026

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Chattooga High School Sets Fire Drill for Jan. 21, Outlines Busy Week of Athletics and Student Activities

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Chattooga High School will conduct its January fire drill on Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 1 p.m., according to Assistant Principal and Athletic Director J. Mark Turner.

January 11, 2026

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Chattooga High School Releases Athletic and School Events Schedule for the Week

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Chattooga High School Athletic Director Mark Turner has released the schedule of athletic events and school activities for the upcoming week at CHS.

The week begins on Tuesday, January 13, with wrestling action at home as Chattooga hosts Ridgeland/Pepperell for Senior Night. The match is set to begin at 4 p.m., with Gordon handling gate operations and Culbert providing coverage.

On Thursday, January 15, Chattooga High School will recognize underclassmen during Rising Freshman Night, scheduled for 5:30 p.m. in the school cafeteria. The event will involve all administrators and is geared toward students and families preparing for the transition into high school.

The week concludes on Saturday, January 17, when the Chattooga wrestling team competes in the State Duals, with the location and time to be announced.

School officials encourage students, parents and fans to stay tuned for updates as event details may change.