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March 8, 2026

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

by WZQZ NEWS

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 26, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

INDIANS MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCCER TRYOUTS UPDATE: Monday Cancelled; Tuesday and Wednesday Still Scheduled

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Indians Middle School soccer tryouts for grades 5–8 have been impacted by the cold snap moving into Northwest Georgia. Coaches say tryouts that were planned for Monday are cancelled due to cold temperatures and poor field conditions.