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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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admin's Latest Articles

Georgia stays alive, sets rematch with Sooners

Georgia's season lives on, but the Bulldogs' toughest challenge may still be ahead.

Monroe girls tune up for GACA Live period

After rolling through another pair of summer victories Tuesday, the Monroe Lady Tornadoes are about to find out exactly where they stand.

Dougherty girls’ basketball shows growth, defeats Westside and Terrell County

The Dougherty Lady Trojans aren't just winning summer basketball games. They're learning how to play the way head coach Ervin Josey wants them to play.

Freshman pitcher guides Oklahoma past No. 3 Georgia at MCWS

Jaxon Willits hit a two-run homer and Brendan Brock added a solo shot to help Oklahoma notch a 4-3 victory over No. 3 Georgia on Monday night in Men’s College World Series play at Omaha, Neb.

Lee County’s Gregory Batson decommits from Florida State

One of Southwest Georgia's top football prospects is once again one of the most sought-after recruits in the Southeast.

Terry’s shooting sparks 54-27 victory over Valdosta

Monroe coach Michael Hoffpauir knows replacing a player like Brayden Burns won't happen overnight.

Dougherty flashes promise during summer split

Summer basketball at Monroe

Lee County outruns Valdosta, 65-33

Lee County basketball coach Kirven Davis knew his team would face growing pains this summer.

Georgia Tech’s Vahn Lackey wins Johnny Bench award

Junior C Vahn Lackey (Suwanee, Ga.) has been named the 2026 Johnny Bench Award winner for the best collegiate catcher in Division I.

Westover’s Kyson Mallard commits to Louisville Cardinals

Westover offensive lineman Kyson Mallard kept everyone guessing until the very end.

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