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“Battle of the South” tips off at Monroe Saturday morning

The 31st annual tournament tips off Saturday at Monroe High School, bringing together 20 teams from Georgia, Florida and Tennessee for two days of high-level competition featuring semi-professional players and professionals who compete overseas.

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Albany Technical College introduces ATC Titans Esports Team

At Albany Technical College, competition is no longer limited to the basketball court. This fall, the Titans will also compete in one of the fastest-growing collegiate sports in the country — esports.

Joey Bart, Braves win after Pirates lift Jared Jones

Joey Bart’s eighth-inning two-run home run against his former team put the Atlanta Braves on course for a 3-0 victory over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night.

Egypt demands FIFA investigation into officiating of Argentina match

After Egypt coach Hossam Hassan outlined several complaints in the immediate aftermath of Argentina’s come-from-behind 3-2 win in the round of 16 on Tuesday in Atlanta.

PGA REACH Georgia Announces Inaugural The Drew Pro-Am; Opens Applications for The Drew Grant

PGA REACH Georgia and the Georgia PGA are proud to announce the inaugural The Drew Pro-Am, which will be held on Sunday, November 1st, at East Lake Golf Club, preceding the second playing of The Drew on Monday, November 2nd.

Soaring Chris Gotterup out to defend Scottish Open crown

Chris Gotterup had one PGA Tour win in an alternate-field event on his otherwise anonymous pro resume when he landed in Scotland last year.

Hawks hire ex-NBA writer, podcaster in front-office role

Former NBA journalist Tim Bontemps is joining the front office of the Atlanta Hawks.

Tony’s Take | Parallels | Caitlin Effect | Edition 102 

Football, well soccer, is the world’s most popular sport.  According to Google, futbol boasts 3.5 billion fans worldwide.  American Football fans may be shocked that their sport doesn’t make the Top 5. 

Pirates’ Ryan O’Hearn, after 10-RBI effort, takes aim at Braves again

For the first time in their 145-year history, the Pittsburgh Pirates finally had a player drive in 10 runs in a game, with Ryan O’Hearn accomplishing the feat on Tuesday.

Ryan O’Hearn sets franchise mark in Pirates’ win vs. Braves

Ryan O’Hearn etched his name in the history books on Tuesday night with three home runs and 10 RBIs in the host Pittsburgh Pirates’ 12-4 win over the Atlanta Braves.

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