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Pirates win defensive battle 17-15

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Wednesday, October 17. 2018

By Brian Gales
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After going on the road against Rutland and winning convincingly, Pike football returned home to take on Central Macon Friday. It was Recreation Night, and several recreation football teams and cheerleading squads were honored on the field before the game. [Full story »]

Falcons dedicate game to Dylan Thomas

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Monday, October 15. 2018

Dylan’s legacy continues to grow as the Falcons dedicated Sunday’s victory over the Buccaneers to him. Before the big win, the Pirates were part of the opening ceremonies as they carried flags that said ‘Rise Up’ and a giant Falcons symbol onto the field. During their Falcons weekend, the team got to visit the press box, walk through the entry tunnels to the field and see other areas of the stadium. A jersey that was signed by the team was presented to the family by Arthur Blank and his wife Angela. [Full story »]

Pirates dedicate season to Dylan; beat Rutland 48-2

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Tuesday, October 9. 2018

By Brian Gales
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PCHS football’s first game since the tragic passing of Dylan Thomas took place on the road against Rutland Friday at 7:30 p.m. As the team left the fieldhouse and traveled out of town, fans showed their support with signs, banners, flags, cheers for the team and tears. [Full story »]

Volleyball team clinches spot at state

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Tuesday, October 2. 2018

By Brian Gales
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Pike County High School’s varsity volleyball team clinched its trip to the state playoffs by winning the area tournament at Jackson High School on Thursday, Sept. 27. [Full story »]

Lady Pirates volleyball team prepares for state

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Tuesday, September 25. 2018

By Brian Gales
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On Thursday, Sept. 20, the Lady Pirates held Senior Night, honoring seniors Savannah Caldwell, Mindy Carlisle, Macy Carter, Eden Murchinson and Carrigan Smith. The team split its two matches, defeating Tattnall but falling to Upson Lee. [Full story »]

Pirates dominate Battle of Potato Creek

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Tuesday, September 18. 2018

By Brian Gales
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Pike County High School traveled to Lamar County Friday night to take on the Trojans in the highly-anticipated Battle of Potato Creek matchup. [Full story »]

Lady Pirates going strong at 11-1

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Tuesday, September 11. 2018

By Brian Gales
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The Lady Pirates bounced back from their first loss of the season to Mary Persons on Aug. 29 with an 11-0 win against Peach County the next day. [Full story »]

Students take part in Colorguard Clinic

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Tuesday, September 4. 2018

The Pike County Pirate Regiment Colorguard hosted its second annual Colorguard Clinic on Aug. 18 with a large group of local participants. Regiment Colorguard members choreographed routines and taught the 29 younger girls who signed up for the clinic to prepare them for a pre-game performance Friday, Aug. 24 at the Pirates football game. [Full story »]

Pirates rushing attack unstoppable in 43-16 win

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Wednesday, August 29. 2018

By Brian Gales
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Following a 35-0 win last week, Pike County High School football went into Week 2 against Fayette County for a highly-anticipated home game. Before the game, all veterans and active servicemen were asked to stand and Seaman Cody McKinney of the U.S. Coast Guard raised the flag for the National Anthem. [Full story »]

Lady Pirates softball remains undefeated for the season

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Tuesday, August 28. 2018

By Brian Gales
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Over two weeks of play, Pike County High School’s varsity softball team has remained undefeated at 8-0 to start the season. Last week on Aug. 21, the Lady Pirates defeated ELCA on the road 15-5. [Full story »]

Lady Pirates softball starts season strong at 5-0

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Thursday, August 23. 2018

The Pike County High School Lady Pirates softball are 5-0 through week one of play, with many strong victories. [Full story »]

Pirates football opens season with 35-0 rout

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Monday, August 20. 2018

By Brian Gales
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Pike County played its season opener against Central Talbotton on Friday, Aug. 17. After a landmark season in 2017, Pike was looking to have a strong start, but it was put on hold in the first quarter as lightning delays forced the team back into their locker room with the score still tied at zero. [Full story »]

Pirates play first game at home this Friday

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Tuesday, August 14. 2018

The Pirates are coming off a record-setting season and head coach Brad Webber is hoping to use that momentum to do something no other Pirates team has done before - go to the playoffs three years in a row. The Pirates will host Central Talbotton for their first game of the season this Friday, Aug. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Their scrimmage game against McIntosh was stopped Aug. 9 after only five minutes of play due to lightning in the area. [Full story »]

Colton Fowler serves as mentor at Trout Camp

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Tuesday, July 31. 2018

Twenty-four boys and girls ages 12-15 from across Georgia recently participated in the 15th Annual Georgia Trout Camp, sponsored by Georgia Trout Unlimited. The camp, which is the second largest and the third oldest trout camp in the United States, took place at the Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School in Clayton, GA. Colton Fowler of Zebulon represented the Chattahoochee Nantahala Chapter and served as a young mentor at the camp. [Full story »]