Sports
This sports reporting has been created by students in the Sports Media Certificate program within the John Huland Carmical Sports Media Institute, along with contributions from other courses at the Grady College of Journalism & Mass Communication.
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UGA Athletes Victims of Bank Fraud
Athens, GA — The University of Georgia police are searching for three men and a woman suspected of fraudulently accessing the bank accounts of two student athletes. UGA Chief Jimmy Williamson says the transactions occurred in July at banks in Cobb and Fulton counties. He did not identify the victims or…
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2015 UGA Football Schedule Released
Athens, GA–Georgia and Alabama have not played each other in a regular season game since 2008. The 2015 football schedule has been announced and the Bulldogs are excited to play the currently ranked number 7 team on their home turf. The Dawgs are anxious for October 3, 2015 when UGA plays…
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SOCIAL MEDIA: Viewers react to football autograph scandals
Controversial Florida State quarterback, Jameis Winston, is now being investigated for signing over more than 900 autographs for the same company UGA running back, Todd Gurley, signed his autographs for. Right now, the NCAA is not involved but Florida State’s compliance is investigating if money was exchanged. Jameis says he…
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Coach Richt addresses Gurley suspension, upcoming Arkansas game
Saturday’s blowout win against Missouri, the upcoming game against Arkansas, and of course, Todd Gurley’s suspension were all subjects addressed at today’s UGA Football Press Conference. Coach Richt confirms that Gurley’s return to the practice field will not determine if the running back returns to competition. He also also says Gurley was…
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Todd Gurley Indefinitely Suspended
Athens, GA – University of Georgia tailback Todd Gurley has been indefinitely suspended. According to Georgiadogs.com the UGA Athletic Association has suspended him due to an ongoing investigation into an alleged violation of NCAA rules. Head football coach Mark Richt says, “I am obviously very disappointed. The important thing for…
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Athens to Atlanta Road Skate
Athens, GA – The 32nd annual Athens to Atlanta Road Skate is this Sunday, October 12th. This in-line skating event starts at the Classic Center in Athens and costs $120. There are three different mileage options for those who may not make it the entire 87 miles to Atlanta. For…
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UGA Women’s Soccer Ranking
Athens, GA – The UGA women’s soccer team is ranked 16th by the NSCAA. This is their highest ranking since 2009. Junior Emma Sonnett, a defensive player for the soccer team, says their team chemistry is what helped lead to their high ranking. Sports Anchor Ashley Jetton tells us more…
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5 Things To Know October 9
Watkinsville, GA – The Oconee County Sheriff’s office honored the late deputy David Gilstrap at a dedication ceremony at 9:30 AM this morning. Giltrap was killed on duty six years ago today. Reporter Krissy Robinson tells us more about the ceremony, and the new naming of the “Deputy David…
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Oconee County Warriors Work to Stay Undefeated
Watkinsville, GA – Oconee County High School’s football team is 6-0 for the first time since 2001 under new head coach Travis Noland. Coach Noland says that the Warriors have not focused on their next opponent yet. He says they’re using the bye week to focus on their own team. Reporter Ashley Rosenberg…
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Richt is Strict
Athens, GA- It is no secret that the UGA football coach Mark Richt has strict disciplinary policies for his team. The most recent player to be dismissed from the team is freshman Shaq Jones who was released Sunday after being accused of shoplifting in a local Walmart. Reporter Briana Belser…