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May 7, 2026

Chattooga County 4-H Shotgun Team Sending 13 Shooters To State Competition

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The Chattooga County 4-H Shotgun Team is celebrating a strong showing after a recent competition in Gordon County, with 13 local shooters advancing to the state competition.

According to the team, five juniors and eight seniors qualified for state, while Owen Hester earned a perfect score during the event. The Junior Team also captured second place honors, along with one of the Senior Teams.

Junior shooters advancing to state include Nathanael Reimer, RosaLee Hammond, Brayden Forman, Henry Housch, and John Reimer.

Senior team members advancing are Jonas Hardy, Genna Baker, Gabe Smith, Owen Hester, Jackson Montgomery, Brax Cook-Bevels, David Mangan, and Jaden Treadaway.

Team leaders praised the athletes for their hard work and dedication throughout the season as they prepare for state competition in the coming weeks.

May 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Shadow Day Named Administrative Assistant For Summerville Parks And Recreation

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The Summerville Parks and Recreation Department has announced the hiring of Shadow Day as its new Administrative Assistant, effective May 1, 2026.

Day joins the department full-time after ten years of service in a similar role with the Chattooga County School System. Parks and Recreation Director Adam Wilson said Day is a natural fit because of her strong community ties, administrative experience, and sports background.

Day also holds a special place in the department’s history, having won a state championship as both a player in 2005 and as a coach in 2024.

Her responsibilities will include day-to-day office operations, planning special events, assisting with sports programs, and helping with a future summer camp.

May 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Middle School Volleyball Tryouts Set for Today and Thursday

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Chattooga Middle School students interested in playing volleyball next season will have the opportunity to try out this week.

Tryouts are scheduled for Tuesday, May 5, and Thursday, May 7 at the Summerville Middle School gym, with sessions running from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. both days.

The tryouts are open to current and upcoming Chattooga Middle School students. Participants should come prepared with knee pads.

For more information, contact Head Coach Ryan Martin at rymartin@chattooga.k12.ga.us.

May 5, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Red and Black Basketball Camp Registration Set for May

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Registration is now open for the upcoming Chattooga Indians Red and Black Basketball Camp, scheduled for later this month at Chattooga High School.

The camp will take place on May 28 and May 29 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and is open to boys and girls in first through fourth grade.

Organizers say the camp is designed to help young players develop fundamental basketball skills while also giving them the opportunity to play games and enjoy time on the court.

The registration fee is $20, payable by cash or check.

Parents and guardians interested in signing up their children are encouraged to register ahead of time.

May 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion High School Volleyball Tryouts Set for May 6-7

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Student-athletes in Trion will soon have a chance to hit the court as Trion High School Volleyball Tryouts are scheduled for May 6th and 7th.

Tryouts will take place from 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM inside the THS Gym.

Participants must have an updated physical on file in order to try out.

For additional information, students and parents can contact Coach Kelbie Williams by email at Kelbie.Williams@trionschools.org.

April 28, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Athletics Hosting Multiple Youth Sports Camps This Summer

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Trion athletics programs are gearing up for a busy summer, offering several youth sports camps for local students looking to build skills and stay active.

The Trion Bulldog Basketball Kiddie Camp is set for June 17-18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with a cost of $30 per child. The camp is open to upcoming 3rd through 7th graders for the 2026–2027 school year.

Trion Football will also host a youth camp June 3-5 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Sam R. McCain Stadium. The camp is open to children ages 5 through 12 and will include instruction from coaches and players. Cost is $30 per camper and includes a T-shirt, with registration and payment accepted at the stadium.

In addition, Trion High School Softball will hold a youth camp June 1-2 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the J.W. Greenwood Athletic Complex softball field. The camp is open to ages 5 through 12, costs $30, and includes a T-shirt. Participants are asked to bring a water bottle, bat, and glove, and to register by May 8 to guarantee a shirt.

All camps will focus on fundamentals, skill development, and providing a fun learning environment for young athletes.

April 22, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion High Softball To Host Youth Camp In June

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Young athletes in Chattooga County will have the opportunity to sharpen their softball skills this summer as Trion High School hosts its annual youth softball camp.

The camp is scheduled for June 1 and 2 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the J.W. Greenwood Athletic Complex at the Trion High School softball field. It is open to children ages 5 through 12.

Campers will receive instruction in fundamental skills including hitting, throwing, pitching, fielding, and baserunning. The cost is $30 per participant, which includes a camp T-shirt.

Participants are asked to bring a water bottle, bat, and glove. Organizers also note that the camp will be held rain or shine.

Registration is open now, and those who sign up by May 8 are guaranteed to receive a T-shirt.

April 15, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Summerville Moves Forward With Mini-Pitch Soccer Project Backed By Atrium Health Grant

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A new youth recreation project is moving ahead in Summerville after City Council approved the purchase of a $142,500 Musco mini-pitch soccer system earlier this year for the Fairway Recreation Center.

April 3, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Trion Football To Host Youth Camp In June

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Trion Football will host a youth football camp June 3, 4, and 5 at Sam R. McCain Stadium.

The camp is open to children ages 5 through 12 and will run each evening from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.

Participants will receive skills, drills, and instruction from Trion coaches and players, giving young athletes a chance to learn fundamentals and improve their game.

The cost is $30 per camper, which includes a t-shirt. Payment and registration will be accepted the day of camp at the stadium. Cash or checks will be accepted, with checks made payable to Trion Football.

March 22, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Lucky Charm Cheer Classic Happening Today at Trion High School

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The community is invited out today for the 1st Annual Lucky Charm Cheer Classic, a cheerleading competition and fundraiser benefiting Georgia Elite Allstars and Trion High School Cheerleading.

The event will take place today, Sunday, March 22, at 2 p.m. in the Trion High School gymnasium.

The competition will feature recreation, performance, school, and all-star cheer and dance teams from across the region. Organizers say 21 teams and more than 200 athletes from surrounding counties are expected to compete, making for an afternoon filled with energy, entertainment, and community spirit.

Proceeds from the event will help support athlete development, competition opportunities, uniforms, and other program needs for both organizations.

Event organizer Tashia Knapp says the goal is to provide athletes with a fun opportunity to perform while also strengthening local cheer programs. She says community support for the event has been overwhelming.