Tommy West is a class act Nov 19, 2009
His Gainesville High School team beat my team from Greene County for a conference championship ... But because it is such a good story, and because West is from Gainesville, I wanted to share it with you here ... I grew up in Gainesville and have wonderful memories of watching Tommy play for the Red Elephants. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Jury will decide if writer defamed friend in novel Nov 19, 2009
By Stephen Gurr - The (Gainesville) Times ... GAINESVILLE - When Vicki Stewart read a best-selling book written by her longtime friend Haywood Smith, she was fuming. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Blake Sims makes it clear: No go for UGA Nov 19, 2009
Bama all the way, says Gainesville's electrifying quarterback Blake Sims ... I asked Gainesville quarterback Blake Sims arguably the best overall player in the entire state if there was any chance at all he could end up at Georgia ... Living just 41 miles from Sanford Stadium, he attended their camps for four years and his parents have framed photos of Sims and coach Mark Richt on the walls of their Gainesville home. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Tigers Ranked 16th in Preseason Poll Nov 19, 2009
the Tigers are looking to take home their first Big 12 conference championship and make the trip to Gainesville, Fla. in April to the NCAA National Championships. (Mutigers.com)
Ask Jamie: What will Elam do? Nov 19, 2009
Dowling, who also plays receiver, has recently told Florida that he wants to play offense in Gainesville ... Elam would have to earn his playing time whether he played in Gainesville, Athens, Knoxville or anywhere else. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Readers pick ultimate Bulldogs fan! Nov 19, 2009
The G to the 5th Power : GREATER GAINESVILLE GEORGIA GATOR GROUP and THE GATOR NATION is proud to be a part of this vote for the BEST GA DAWG FAN- Baylie. If you can t be a GATOR , being a GA DAWG is OK. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Rec director receives honor during deployment Nov 18, 2009
Gentry, who in his civilian life serves as director of the Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department, rose early that day in order to greet - via satellite - fellow rec department staffers from across Northeast Georgia who had gathered in Gainesville for their annual meeting and banquet ... Gentry - who has been in Afghanistan since June - was contacted via e-mail by OCPR interim Director Lisa Davol, who asked him to say hello to friends and colleagues gathered at the Francis Meadows Aquatic... (Athens Banner-Herald)
GT in Top 3 For 2011 DE Nov 18, 2009
The Gainesville area has been producing talented football prospects in recent years, and in 2011 it seems that the trend will continue. At East Hall High School, a talented defensive end is emerging, claiming early offers from South Carolina, Georgia Tech, Tennessee, and Clemson. (Georgia Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Women's Basketball Announces 2009 Signing Class Nov 18, 2009
Jaymee Carnes is six-foot-one power forward from Gainesville, Ga. She averaged 16 points per game and eight rebounds in 2008-09 with Gainesville High School ... In 2008 The Gainesville Times named her Player of the Year. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Swimming & Diving Nov 18, 2009
Florida State University Official Athletic Site. Join the Florida State Athletics Department to unite the Seminole fan base across all sports. (Seminoles.com)
Whitaker talks Georgia-Auburn and recruitment timeline Nov 18, 2009
Take a look at that ESPN 150 list and see all the top Dogs that are coming to Gainesville next year and it is only November. You can also see lasts years list and most of those Gators are on the sideline because they can t get in the game yet. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
DNS Problem Linked to DDoS Attacks Gets Worse Nov 17, 2009
The Gainesville Sun Monday 16th November, 06:15:43 AM. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Luc, Rogers happily worn out after long trek to UGA Nov 17, 2009
Luc is close with Charlie Strong at Florida and him possibly leaving for a head coaching job might influence him not to become a Gator that and the depth chart at LB at Florida, although I think Luc would eventually become the Mike LB if he goes to Gainesville. If Luc leaves the state, I think he goes to LSU with Rogers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Men's Basketball Edges Mercer, 79-77, To Win World Vision Invitational Nov 17, 2009
A fast-break lay-in by senior guard (Gainesville, Ga. pushed the Friars back ahead 20-16 and a lay-in by Peterson off a good feed from freshman (Grand Rapids, Mich. (Friars.com)
WOMEN'S TRACK Nov 16, 2009
ACC Indoor Championships. ACC Indoor Championships. (Hurricanesports.com)
Lowndes-Camden headlines second round of high school playoffs Nov 16, 2009
Is it too late to jump on the Gainesville bandwagon. I m only now starting to realize how good Gainesville s defense is ... In AAA, it s two Carver, Gainesville. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Weekend stat watch » Nov 16, 2009
4 average) and two touchdowns for Gainesville (Ga. in its 42-0 victory over Lakeview (Fort Oglethorpe), according to AccessNorthGA.com. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Fee jump to 'mitigate' UGA cuts Nov 16, 2009
Students at other colleges would face smaller fee hikes, including $50 per semester more at Gainesville State College. The increase would come on top of a $100-per-semester emergency fee the regents imposed beginning last year. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Hearing set to discuss BJC deal Nov 16, 2009
The company plans to make physical improvements to the hospital building in order to attract new patients, who currently may travel to Athens or Gainesville for care. "The hospital needs to increase the community's awareness (of) and confidence (in) the services available," according to the sale documents. (Athens Banner-Herald)
The Sweep: Deflating the SEC balloon Nov 16, 2009
That's not true in Eugene or Gainesville or Ann Arbor, (though that's largely a function of stadium design, not how loud the fans are yelling). Tailgating was tailgating. (TheBootleg.com)
Playoff Scores Nov 15, 2009
Gainesville 42, Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe 0 ... Dunwoody (7-4) vs. Gainesville (11-0). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Final quarter goes to Gators Nov 15, 2009
Spurrier defeated Florida in 2005 in his first game against his former team, and a year later the Gators nipped the Gamecocks 17-16 in Gainesville. The last two years, however, were blowout wins by Florida. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Richt, Bulldogs brace for massive recruiting weekend Nov 15, 2009
These could have just as easily happened in Gainesville or Baton Rouge. I would also mentioned all of these guys were also recruited by Georgia, Alabama, Florida St, and just about any other major school. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Obituaries Published November 4 (6) Nov 15, 2009
Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Annie Ruth Dean of Crossett; two sons, Damon Wayne Dean and wife Becky of Crossett and Larry Edward Dean and wife Kimberly of Batesville; one daughter, Marsha Dianne Kirksey and husband Bruce of Memphis, TN; four brothers, Roy Dean of Gainesville, FL, James Dean of Crossett, Gerald Dean of Baton Rouge, LA, and John Dean of Beecher, IL; two sisters, Patsy Croswell of Hamburg and Nellie Allen of Springfield, MO; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.... (Hamburg Ashley County Ledger, AR)
Tebow closes an SEC chapter with Spurrier Nov 14, 2009
AP Sports Writer Mark Long from Gainesville, Fla. contributed to this report. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Signings and more signings as early period continues Nov 14, 2009
Jamee Carnes, a two-time all-state player at Gainesville, signed with a basketball scholarship at Wake Forest. Brookwood s Julia Westbrook signed a softball scholarship with Georgia. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Gamecocks Host No. 1 Florida in Nationally-Televised... Nov 14, 2009
Last season, the Gators rolled to a 56-6 victory in Gainesville ... Florida rolled to a 56-6 win in Gainesville last season. (Uscsports.com)
Boy drowns after he falls into unused pool Nov 14, 2009
EMTs took the boy to the Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville, where he died later that afternoon. The baby sitter was watching four children under 12 when the boy went missing. (Athens Banner-Herald)
The Georgia High School Football Dailys Weekend Predictions: Whos winning and losing in Playoffs First Round Nov 13, 2009
They averaged 44 points during the regular season and scored at least 34 in every game except their loss to No. 1-ranked Gainesville ... Burke Co. Eastside Towers Elbert Co. Dunwoody Gainesville Lakeview-Ft. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Larry Hunter, WCU Men's Basketball Sign Four to National Letters of Intent for 2010-11 Nov 13, 2009
He was named first team All-Area by the Gainesville Times and All-State by GASports. com, and was additionally an honorable mention Georgia All-State at the 3-A level. (Catamountsports.com)
Spurrier not caught up in his ties to Florida Nov 13, 2009
Still, Spurrier says the bachelor's degree, Heisman Trophy and national title ring he earned in Gainesville hold little significance this week when his Gamecocks (6-4, 3-4 Southeastern Conference) take on No. 1 Florida (9-0, 7-0) on Saturday ... Spurrier left Gainesville in 2001 for the disastrous two-year jaunt with the Washington Redskins in 2001. (The Augusta Chronicle)
MSU announces initial November baseball signees Nov 13, 2009
C * 6-1 * 205 * L/R * Gainesville, Fla ... HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year letterman and three-year starter at Gainesville's Buchholz High School ... Also tabbed as BHS's outstanding player of the year and the Gainesville Sun Player of the Year. (Mississippi State Sports -- Rivals.com)
High school football playoffs kick off Nov 13, 2009
Gainesville (AAA) has won 25 region titles but no GHSA state title ... Among the top contenders are Lassiter quarterback Hutson Mason, Newnan safety Alec Ogletree, Gainesville quarterback Blake Sims, Calhoun receiver Da'Rick Rogers and McEachern running back Rajaan Bennett. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Slive may have to adjust rule on coaches Nov 12, 2009
If you look at the Meyer fine as an isolated event, the conference looses at lot of credibility it s actually more of an abomination than the referee s calls in Athens, Gainesville, Starkville, Tuscaloosa (and no doubt other venues). Another thing, they ve got to get off of this irrefutable visual evidence thing I don t know what the answer is, but the Doe non fumble and the LSU non interception just can t happen when the good folks at home are seeing what they are seeing. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Man gets 8-year term in fatal hit-and-run of boy Nov 12, 2009
A Clarke County Superior Court judge sentenced Joseph Patrick Armstrong late Wednesday afternoon, after the judge accepted a plea agreement between prosecutors and the 24-year-old Gainesville State College student. Armstrong struck and killed Gedera Thomas early the morning of June 8, 2008, after he and friends spent the night drinking in downtown Athens. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Accupuncture helps MLKs Mack Brown run pain free Nov 11, 2009
QB Blake Sims, Gainesville: The AJC Super 11 selection and Alabama commitment had 145 yards passing, 134 yards rushing, 2 TD passes, 1 TD catch and 1 TD run in a 49-17 win over Flowery Branch. WR Tai-ler Jones, Gainesville: An AJC Super 11 selection and Notre Dame commitment, Jones had eight catches for 130 yards and two touchdowns ... QB Connor Shaw, Flowery Branch: The South Carolina commitment had 329 yards passing and two TDs in a loss to Gainesville. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Some Say Brutality Led To Officer Attack Nov 11, 2009
A video posted on YouTube captured a Gainesville police officer being kicked, punched and beaten ... -- Some men and women are claiming police brutality led to a Gainesville police officer being kicked, punched and beaten earlier this month after he used a Taser on someone at a block party that got out of hand ... "Law enforcement is used to being criticized, but rarely do we have video backup like this showing our officers acting in a proper way," Gainesville Police Department spokesman Keith... (News4Jax.com, FL)
Rangers seek bear hit by car; carcass taken Nov 11, 2009
Anyone with information should call the DNR's Gainesville office at (770) 535-5499. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
SEC commitment checks out Clemson Nov 11, 2009
He was joined by his position coach (outside linebacker) from Gainesville HS (GA)--Dave McConnell. Also joining Johnson was McConnells wife and their two sons, who are also his teammates. (CUTigers.com)
2011 OL Ryan Thomas Has Early Favorite Nov 10, 2009
The Gainesville, Florida junior talked about his recent trip up to Atlanta and names an early favorite. Please or to read the rest of this story. (GoJackets.com)
Was Fort Hood Terror or Something Worse? Nov 10, 2009
" Finnell noted Hasan persistently complained about perceived anti-Muslim sentiment in the military and injected his politics into courses where they had no place. The Army has a duty to follow its own Warrior Ethos. It says, I am an American Soldier. I am a Warrior and a member of a team. I serve the people of the United States and live the Army Values. I will always place the mission first. I will never accept defeat. I will never quit. I will never leave a fallen comrade. I am disciplined,... (Human Events Online)
Georgia High School Football Daily Spotlight: Class AAAAA Playoff Preview Nov 10, 2009
Class AAA Northside, Columbus (5-5) at Baldwin (8-2) Woodland, Stockbridge (7-3) at Cairo (7-3) Franklin County (5-5) at St. Pius (10-0) Ringgold (8-2) at North Hall (8-2) Monroe (7-3) at Jackson (10-0) Liberty County (7-3) at LaGrange (8-2) Towers (7-3) at Eastside (8-2) Creekview (9-1) at Carrollton (9-1) Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe (7-3) at Gainesville (10-0) Elbert County (7-3) at Dunwoody (6-4) Spalding (5-5) at Peach County (10-0) Troup (6-4) at Washington County (9-1) Flowery Branch (7-3) at... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Home-grown pumpkin biz yields big return for teen Nov 10, 2009
A member of Free Chapel in Gainesville, Bradley said he prays about all of his decisions before taking action. Some of those decisions were risky, but his parents say they let Bradley make and learn from his own mistakes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
GHSA re-draws brackets Nov 10, 2009
In AAA, No. 1 Gainesville (10-0) is now seeded to play No. 5 Baldwin (8-2) instead of No. 3 Peach County (10-0). Peach moves into the quarter with No. 4 St. Pius (10-0). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
On the road to controversy-free BCS title game Nov 9, 2009
Florida's Brandon James (25) gets hit by Vanderbilt's Brent Trice (11) as he took a pitch out from quarterback Tim Tebow during an NCAA college football game in Gainesville, Fla. Saturday, Nov., 7, 2009. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Best from Sunday Nov 9, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. The Athens Banner-Herald. (Athens Banner-Herald)
SEC coordinator says league's officiating 'doesn't need fixing' Nov 9, 2009
By David Jones, Florida Today GAINESVILLE, Fla. Rogers Redding, the Southeastern Conference's coordinator of football officials, said Florida linebacker Brandon Spikes suspended for Saturday's game against Vanderbilt after video that showed him poking into Georgia running back Washaun Ealey's helmet gained national attention won't have to endure extra scrutiny by officials for the rest of the season. (USA Today -- Sports)
Floridasluggish vs.Vandy Nov 8, 2009
Sluggish win for No. 1 Florida - College football- nbcsports. Sluggish win for No. 1 Florida. (MSNBC -- Sports)
On Nathan Deal, birthers, and Georgias hunt for water Nov 8, 2009
Nathan Deal of Gainesville, for instance, celebrated by announcing that he would lend his voice to those who doubt that Obama was born in the U.S.A. ... But the Gainesville congressman is considered by many to be Georgias lead Republican negotiator in Congress in the water dispute with Florida and Alabama. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Gators struggle on offense again, beat Vandy 27-3 Nov 8, 2009
Florida quarterback Tim Tebow (15) tries to hold off Vanderbilt linebacker Patrick Benoist (30) as he looks for a receiver to throw to during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Gainesville, Fla. Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Bikers Ride To Honor Somer Thompson Nov 8, 2009
An 11-year-old Gainesville girl called 911 and helped her mom deliver her newborn baby sister when the big moment came before they could get to the hospital. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is investigating after they say a robbery suspect was shot by one of their officers on the Northside Saturday night. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Winless '79 Gators memorable Nov 8, 2009
"Frustration. Lots and lots of frustration. That's what I remember most," said Redmond, who lives in Gainesville and works as an inspector in the Alachua County Sheriff's office. "To go from being 13-0 to 0-10-1, it was just the worst thing ever. Just miserable.". (Florida Today)
Florida keeps on winning Nov 8, 2009
GAINESVILLE Maybe it took someone from last year's offense to explain what's wrong with this year's offense. No one else seems to have a solution. (Florida Today)
Georgia high school football scores Nov 8, 2009
Gainesville 49, Flowery Branch 14. Jackson County 26, Stephens County 23. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Gators Report: Blog updates Nov 8, 2009
GAINESVILLE The USA Today and Harris polls have Florida ranked No. 1 while the AP poll has Alabama in the top spot with the Gators at No. 2. So the debate is on, who is the best team in the SEC, forget about nationally. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
DeKalb County relieves two of coaching duties after forfeits Nov 7, 2009
But, look at all the city type schools Gainesville, Buford, etc they still recruit big time yet the GHSA looks the other way quite two faced, but the other coaches in their regions just accept it and try to coach their players up to compete with them. FanOfTheGame. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Meyer fined by SEC for criticizing ref Nov 7, 2009
SEC fines Florida'sUrban Meyer $30,000 for criticizing officials - NCAA Football - SI.com. Posted: Friday November 6, 2009 1:01PM; Updated: Friday November 6, 2009 1:17PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Rep. Deal wants Obama to prove citizenship Nov 7, 2009
Some of Deal's colleagues in Congress said they are disappointed and puzzled about why the Gainesville Republican is raising the citizenship issue. "I'm sorry to hear that Nathan, who's a very decent person, is raising that question," said Democratic U.S. Rep. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Police say student kicked in coed's door Nov 7, 2009
A Gainesville State College student kicked in the apartment door of another college student he didn't know early Friday, saying that he wanted to fight, Athens-Clarke police said. A University of Georgia student was asleep in her apartment in the 900 block of East Broad Street when she heard a crash about 2 a.m. A man came into her room, fumbled with the light switch and said he wanted to fight, according to police. (Athens Banner-Herald)
SEC fines Meyer $30,000 for criticizing officials Nov 7, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. - Urban Meyer of Florida became the first coach to be disciplined under the Southeastern Conference's new policy regarding criticizing officials. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Gamecocks Head to Arkansas for Saturday SEC Clash Nov 7, 2009
South Carolina Head Coach owns a 5-2 career record against Arkansas, winning two of three in Fayetteville (wins by scores of 42-7 in 1996 and 14-10 in 2005 before a 48-36 loss in 2007), one of two in Columbia (34-21 win in 2008 after a 26-20 loss in 2006) once in Gainesville (56-7 in 1997) and once in the SEC Championship game in Atlanta (34-3 in 1995). WINNING THE CLOSE ONES South Carolina has amassed a 4-1 mark in contests decided by a touchdown or less this season. (Uscsports.com)
Meyer keeping UF focused Nov 7, 2009
GAINESVILLE Florida coach Urban Meyer seems to do everything he can to make the next opponent sound like the New England Patriots. But that won't work this week. (Florida Today)
South Carolina and Florida Mee... Nov 7, 2009
South Carolina and Florida Meet Friday In SEC Semifinals - SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS. South Carolina and Florida Meet Friday In SEC Semifinals Gamecocks and Gators to play at 8:30 p.m.. (Uscsports.com)
Florida volleyball sweeps UGA in three Nov 7, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. - The No. 9 Florida volleyball team swept Georgia 3-0 Friday in a Southeastern Conference match. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Big hits, big plays everywhere Nov 7, 2009
Gainesville vs. Flowery Branch Parkview vs. Brookwood Sandy Creek vs. Banneker (Region 5-AAAA championship) A look at Douglass Garrison Smith ... Gainesville vs. Flowery Gainesville Roswell vs. Lassiter Roswell Peachtree Ridge vs. North Gwinnett The Ridge Peachtree Ridge Douglass vs. Stephenson Stephenson Parkview vs. Brookwood Parkview Sandy Creek vs. Banneker Sandy Creek SW DeKalb vs. Stone Mountain South West Dekalb Dunwoody vs. St. Pius Dunwoody Collins Hill vs. Norcross Collins Hill... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
