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Joe Whitfield

Joe Whitfield is the sports editor for the Albany Herald. He graduated from the Henry Grady School of Journalism at the University of Georgia. He is an avid Georgia Bulldog fan and passionate about local sports in Albany. He has two daughters and seven grandchildren.

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Georgia vs. Florida: Bulldogs look to rebound from Auburn loss in Atlanta

Georgia has had two weeks to address the mistakes that cost it an unbeaten record.

Jaydynne Frisbee homers twice; Lady Trojans beat Pope in Columbus

Jaydynne Frisbee hit eighth in Lee County’s lineup Wednesday. When the Lady Trojans needed a lift, she delivered twice.

Worth County falls to Brantley in game one of state championship tournament

Click the arrow to see game photos by Darrell Roaden.

His brother wants a region title. Corey Joyner’s Westover team stands in the way

Corey Joyner knows much of his family will be pulling against him Friday night.

Albany State’s David Bowser sees progress as young Rams prepare for Clark Atlanta

Four freshmen are learning college football the hard way on Albany State’s offensive line. David Bowser wants the Golden Rams to benefit when those lessons stick.

Friday Night Five: Cohen Lawson is Player of the Week

Cohen Lawson made 19 passes go a long way Friday night.

Georgia vs. Florida: Bulldogs seek rebound from Auburn loss in Atlanta

Georgia has won five straight against Florida. Its most recent game offered a reminder that reputation doesn’t protect the football or finish a tackle.

Merry Acres, Albany Middle split crosstown basketball doubleheader

Click the arrow to scroll through more than 30 game photos.

Leesburg roots, Athens dreams: Bo Bryan commits to Georgia

Luke Bryan carried his love of Georgia football from Leesburg to Nashville. His son is taking it to Athens — with a chance to wear the uniform.

PHOTOS: Benedict vs. Albany State – Senior Day

Four galleries. Click the arrow to scroll through the photos.

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