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Padres pound Braves with four homers

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KEN SUGIURA

Kirby Smart’s methods face even more scrutiny this season

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart, who led the Bulldogs to back-to-back national championships, is under scrutiny after two straight CFP quarterfinal exits.

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BULLDOGS

Why Gunner Stockton ‘might be playing for the Heisman Trophy’

Georgia QB Gunner Stockton ranks among the Top 10 preseason Heisman Trophy favorites, and his clutch statistics show why.

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Star QB wins appeal to transfer to state champion Thomas County Central

The GHSA initially denied his eligibility because of a bylaw passed in 2025 making transfers ineligible for one season after their second high school transfer.

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MLB

Braves’ Michael Harris II says All-Star snub adds ‘more gasoline in the fire’

Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Harris II, who was a 2026 All-Star Game snub, has improved offensively since adjusting his batting stance last season.

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AJC VARSITY

This football hotbed leads Georgia’s 159 counties in prospects per capita

One little South Georgia county is No. 1 in an all-classification category — the most major college prospects this century per capita.

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AJC VARSITY

Marist, Buford finish as top teams in inaugural AJC Varsity all-sports standings

The AJC Varsity all-sports rankings are modeled after similar competitions used by college divisions and other high school associations but with a twist.

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Clarke Central’s David Perno, former UGA baseball coach, reveals cancer diagnosis

Perno led the Bulldogs to three College World Series, including the program’s most recent in 2008.

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Atlanta TV sports listings

A look at the TV listings for major sporting events for Atlanta today and this week.

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Vote: What’s your grade for Kevin Stefanski as Falcons coach?

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Vote: Which potential Falcons free agent is most important to re-sign?

The Falcons have 15 players that could become unrestricted free agents in March. Vote on which potential free agent is most important for the team to re-sign.

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Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves' Jim Jarvis rounds second base after hitting a two-run triple against the San Diego Padres during the second inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, July 21, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Erik S. Lesser)

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MLB

Padres pound Braves with four homers

MLB

Braves release Kyle Farmer, activate Mike Yastrzemski from the injured list

The Atlanta Braves released infielder Kyle Farmer, who had appeared in just 12 games, and activated outfielder Mike Yastrzemski from the injured list.

MLB

Braves’ Michael Harris II says All-Star snub adds ‘more gasoline in the fire’

Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Harris II, who was a 2026 All-Star Game snub, has improved offensively since adjusting his batting stance last season.

Georgia Bulldogs

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton throws his first touchdown to Roderick Robinson II (not pictured) against Alabama during the first quarter of the SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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BULLDOGS

Why Gunner Stockton ‘might be playing for the Heisman Trophy’

Georgia QB Gunner Stockton ranks among the Top 10 preseason Heisman Trophy favorites, and his clutch statistics show why.

Kirby Smart makes clear his frustrations with the future of college football

Everything Georgia football coach Kirby Smart had to say at SEC media days, including his preference to talk about what happens on the field over the future of the sport.

KEN SUGIURA

Kirby Smart’s methods face even more scrutiny this season

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart, who led the Bulldogs to back-to-back national championships, is under scrutiny after two straight CFP quarterfinal exits.

Atlanta Falcons

The Kyle Pitts Foundation holds its fifth annual charity golf tournament Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at the Legends course at Chateau Elan in Braselton. (Daniel Flick/AJC)

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NFL

Falcons’ Kyle Pitts caught the golf bug; now he’s using it to give back

Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts, who took up golf in 2021, hosts an annual charity golf tournament. He signed a contract extension with Atlanta in late June.

NFL

Falcons rebuilt WR room behind ‘dog’ Drake London. Who steps up?

This is the third story in a nine-part series previewing the Falcons’ position groups leading into training camp.

NFL

Falcons’ biggest breakout candidates: Picking 5 players in line for a jump

Five players who could break through for the Atlanta Falcons in 2026 include Jalon Walker, Jahan Dotson, Zach Harrison, Maason Smith and Xavier Watts.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

“Georgia Tech is, in my opinion, the greatest place in the entire country to get the combination of both (athletics and academics),” head coach Brent Key said. (Hyosub Shin/AJC 2025)

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YELLOW JACKETS

Brent Key: No better place for combo of athletics, academics than Georgia Tech

Yellow Jackets football coach says he wants all players to turn pro and to be a CEO.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Bill Belichick challenged to cement future as North Carolina head coach

Six-time Super Bowl-winning coach Bill Belichick had a rocky start during his transition from the NFL ranks to a collegiate atmosphere last season at North Carolina.

YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech’s Justice Haynes: ‘I believe we can win a national championship’

Georgia Tech football's Justice Haynes, a transfer from Michigan, says the Yellow Jackets can win a national championship this season if they play to their standard.

Atlanta United FC

“I think we’ll see the peak of the team closer toward the end of the season,” Atlanta United head coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino said. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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MLS

Where Atlanta United stands after World Cup

Atlanta's soccer team began post-World Cup play with a 1-0 loss to No. 1 Nashville SC.

SOCCER

Mauricio Culebro introduced as Atlanta United, NWSL team’s president of soccer

Mauricio Culebro was introduced as president of Atlanta United and the city's future National Women’s Soccer League team Monday. Here's what we learned.

With ICE presence, some Atlanta-area communities won’t engage in World Cup

Immigrant communities balance the risk of potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids with opportunities to celebrate soccer at the highest level during the World Cup.

Atlanta Hawks

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort leads a fast break in front of Phoenix Suns forward Ryan Dunn during the second half in Game 1 of a first-round NBA playoffs basketball series Sunday, April 19, 2026, in Oklahoma City. (Nate Billings/AP)

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NBA

Hawks add more toughness with Lu Dort, Ryan Nembhard

With the additions of Lu Dort and Ryan Nembhard via a three-team trade with the Thunder and Mavericks, the Hawks have increased their toughness and improved their defense.

NBA

Hawks trade former No. 1 pick Risacher in three-team deal, get elite defender

It’s the second trade this summer between the Hawks and Thunder, along with the June deal that brought guard Aaron Wiggins to Atlanta.

NBA

Hawks eliminated from Summer League title contention

The Hawks had the chance to punch their way to a spot in the Summer League playoffs with a win, but were eliminated from the championship race after a loss to the Grizzlies.

High Schools

Loganville first basemen Zac Cuneio (left center) celebrates after Loganville beat Pope the seventh inning of Game 1 of the GHSA Class 5A baseball state championship series Monday, May 25, 2026, at Gwinnett Field in Lawrenceville. (Estela Muñoz/AJC)

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PHOTOS: Loganville take first game of Class 5A baseball championships

Loganville takes first game, but rain plays havoc with Class 5A schedule. Senior Jake Boland pitches a complete game, withstanding over an hour delay in the sixth inning.

PHOTOS: Milton girls lacrosse trying for another state championship

The Milton girls lacrosse team will be trying for its 19th state championship this month.

State Report

Golf fans head to the eighth fairway during the second round of the PGA Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club on Aug. 22, 2025. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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PGA

East Lake out as permanent host for Tour Championship after 2027

The PGA Tour announced its season-ending playoffs, starting in 2028, will have a different structure, feature some form of match play and will rotate sites.

GOLF

Rogers runs away with eight-shot win at 105th Georgia Amateur

GOLF

Masters lottery registration: 2027 ticket window open for limited time

Time to apply for coveted 2027 Masters Tournament tickets at Augusta National runs for three weeks. Here’s what you need to know.

PHOTOS: High school students go bass fishing for championship
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Contestants arrive early in the morning at Lake Sinclair for the Georgia High School Association’s 2026 Bass Fishing State Championship at Dennis Station boat ramp on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Eatonton. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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BULLDOGS

Kirby Smart wants Georgia football to bring the ‘Thunder’ into 2026 season

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart said his team has studied the 2024-25 NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder and their “uncommon" selfless play.

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NFL

Falcons’ Kyle Pitts caught the golf bug; now he’s using it to give back

Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts, who took up golf in 2021, hosts an annual charity golf tournament. He signed a contract extension with Atlanta in late June.

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BULLDOGS

Kirby Smart provides injury updates for Georgia’s Dowdell and Bobo

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart provided injury updates for several players at SEC media days, including Dante Dowdell, Drew Bobo, Gabe Harris and Justice Fitzpatrick.

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BULLDOGS

Greg Sankey addresses why the SEC is holding out on a 24-team playoff field

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey is open to College Football Playoff field expansion, but important questions concerning value and schedule must first be answered.

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AJC VARSITY

Georgia Power 100 running backs: State champion is also its highest-rated RB

Get to know the Peach State’s top high school football running backs ahead of the 2026 season.

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MLB

Braves edge Padres thanks to strong pitching from Elder, Mederos

Braves open a four-game series against the Padres in Atlanta with a 3-2 win.

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BULLDOGS

‘Hard to kill’ Oklahoma takes note of Week 4 trip to Georgia

At SEC Media Days, Sooners coach Brent Venables says the Georgia Bulldogs represent the "gold standard" of college football.

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BULLDOGS

Finebaum says Georgia, Kirby Smart overlooked in early SEC Media Days talk

Georgia is the SEC's back-to-back football champions, but the Bulldogs have not been among the early headliners as preseason hype begins.

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AJC VARSITY

Halloween could give state of Georgia a storybook football moment

Rabun County's Gunner Stockton and Prince Avenue Christian's Aaron Philo could soon face off in the Georgia-Florida rivalry.

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AJC VARSITY

Rollout of 2026 Georgia Power 100 begins with these 10 quarterbacks

The Georgia Power 100 rollout begins with a look at the best 10 quarterbacks in Georgia high school football.