Of Birdies and Bogies
Bradley Patton teaches golfers of all ages to elevate their respective games. As the director of instruction at Ashton Hills Golf Club, his coaching style blends curiosity and connection with
A ‘Strong’ Foundation
Kendarrius Spear’s life may have ended in a 2024 shooting, but his mother made certain the former Alcovy High School basketball star’s legacy would carry forward through a nonprofit organization
Wind in Their Wheels
Nine Newton Countians biked nearly 4,000 miles in a little more than two months, bonding through Celebrate Recovery’s mission of healing, faith and togetherness during the Great American Ride. by
Total Package
The Social Circle High School wrestling team built a dynasty through grit, unity and elite coaching. Led by Randy Prater, the Redskins have become the envy of programs across the
Positive Energy
Kaitlyn Williams will take her considerable talents to Savannah State University after a decorated four-year career with the Alcovy High School fastpitch softball team. If past history serves as any
No Ordinary Life
Dana Hammonds lost her younger brother and former major league pitcher David Elder to suicide in January 2023. While his legacy lives on in those he loved, coached and mentored,
Next-Level Fandom
Bennett Walker leaped at the chance to join the Spike Squad at the University of Georgia, and his initial experiences with the ubiquitous student group have only served to deepen
Brave New World
Cole Goering defied the odds to become an alpine skier at the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Italy. His courageous journey from the neonatal intensive care unit to
Where Eagles Soar
Newton High School alum Matt Easterday was inducted into the Georgia Southern Athletics Hall of Fame in October, forever immortalizing him as one of the most accomplished players in the