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Gainesville admits using ineligible player in football semifinals, faces forfeit

The GHSA on Monday notified Gainesville of a possible player eligibility violation that could force the Red Elephants to forfeit their Class 5A semifinal victory over Rome.

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Five quick takes from Falcons president Matt Ryan’s news conference

Former Falcons MVP and quarterback Matt Ryan held his first news conference since being named president of football.

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Trae, new guys, picks and everything we learned from Hawks’ GM availability

Hawks' GM Onsi Salen discusses the team’s most recent moves, including the decision to trade longtime face of the franchise Trae Young to the Wizards.

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How might Alexey Miranchuk and Miguel Almirón be used together?

They prefer to play the same position. Atlanta United manager Gerardo Martino must devise a strategy that works.

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No clear end in sight for Atlanta hockey fans as NHL bids take another turn

The competition to land Atlanta’s third NHL franchise, after two unsuccessful ventures, would appear to be tightening.

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Best in Georgia: 2025 AJC Varsity high school football all-state teams

Not only did the AJC Varsity name first-team all-state honorees for each GHSA classification, but it also added breakout players to watch in this year's all-state honors.

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Gainesville hires Santavious Bryant away from 6A powerhouse Grayson

Gainesville football has hired Santavious Bryant away from his position at Grayson, where he has been the head coach for the last three seasons.

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A look at all 4,744 former Georgia HS football players on a 2025 college roster

Georgia high schools produced 4,744 college players this year, with 121 on College Football Playoff quarterfinal rosters.

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Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves pitcher Tyler Kinley delivers in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, in Atlanta. (Colin Hubbard/AP)

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Braves re-sign reliever Tyler Kinley to one-year deal

The Braves have re-signed veteran reliever Tyler Kinley to a one-year deal worth $3 million.

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What Braves’ cancellation of FanDuel SN TV contract means for fans

Atlanta and 8 other teams canceled their contracts this week for more flexibility should Main Street Sports Group reenter bankruptcy.

Future of Braves broadcasts uncertain as team ends deal with FanDuel Network

MLB commissioner assures fans games will be broadcast, but doesn’t say where, according to The Associated Press.

Georgia Bulldogs

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart arrives with players and coaching staff before the Sugar Bowl on Jan. 1. Although Smart's name was mentioned in an answer about the new Falcons coach, he has said he prefers college ball. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Matt Ryan praises Kirby Smart when discussing Falcons head coach search

Matt Ryan praised Kirby Smart and the job he has done at Georgia as the Falcons look for a new coach.

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Keeping Nate Frazier means more for Georgia than any transfer addition would

With Nate Frazier re-upping with Georgia for the 2026 season, the Bulldogs ensure Frazier will continue to be a big part of Georgia’s success.

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Where Georgia roster stands ahead of transfer portal, draft deadlines

The Bulldogs are awaiting word from a few key players as the deadline to declare for the NFL draft is Wednesday and for the transfer portal is Friday.

Atlanta Falcons

Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel speaks during a news conference after an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

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Steelers’ Mike Tomlin steps down after 19 years; is he another Falcons target?

Eight NFL teams — including the Atlanta Falcons — are searching for new head coaches.

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Five quick takes from Falcons president Matt Ryan’s news conference

Former Falcons MVP and quarterback Matt Ryan held his first news conference since being named president of football.

Falcons complete interview with John Harbaugh for head-coaching job

The Falcons announced that they interviewed former Ravens head coach John Harbaugh for their own vacant head coach position on Monday.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Georgia Tech head coach Damon Stoudamire walks off the court after the team's loss against Syracuse at McCamish Pavilion, Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, in Atlanta. The Yellow Jackets next play the Panthers. "Probably the more desperate team wins that game on Wednesday,” he says. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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Georgia Tech ‘desperate’ ahead of matchup with Pittsburgh

The Yellow Jackets are in danger of losing four of their first five conference matchups if they can’t figure out a way to beat the Pittsburgh Panthers Wednesday.

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Georgia Tech signee Jalan Wingfield carries lofty expectations

Georgia Tech signee Jalan Wingfield, whose father is former NBA player Dontonio Wingfield, led Tri-Cities to a state title a year ago and is used to high expectations.

With loaded roster, expectations soaring for Georgia Tech baseball

First-year Georgia Tech baseball coach James Ramsey has a loaded roster at his disposal as the Yellow Jackets try to end a 20-year College World Series drought.

Atlanta United FC

Atlanta United manager Gerardo Martino (right), with Sporting Director Chris Henderson, said at his introductory news conference that he believes both players can be used in the starting 11. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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How might Alexey Miranchuk and Miguel Almirón be used together?

They prefer to play the same position. Atlanta United manager Gerardo Martino must devise a strategy that works.

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Atlanta United’s DPs confident Gerardo Martino will bring out their best

The team opened training camp Monday under new manager Gerardo Martino with belief from two of the three DPs that their play and therefore the team’s results are going to impr

Atlanta United re-signs Ronald Hernandez

Hernandez joined Atlanta United before the 2021 season. He has made 70 appearances, including 50 starts. He has scored two goals with two assists.

Atlanta Hawks

Atlanta Hawks general manager Onsi Saleh listens to Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder as Snyder speaks during media day at PC&E Atlanta on Sept. 29, 2025, in Atlanta. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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Trae, new guys, picks and everything we learned from Hawks’ GM availability

Hawks' GM Onsi Salen discusses the team’s most recent moves, including the decision to trade longtime face of the franchise Trae Young to the Wizards.

McCollum, Kispert already making an impact on Hawks

New Hawks acquisitions Corey Kispert and CJ McCollum wasted no time trying to get into the flow of things with their new team in a win over the Warriors on Sunday.

Kennard catches fire to lift Hawks past Warriors

High Schools

Bainbridge LB Anthony Brooks returns a punt for a touchdown after a Warner Robins punt was deflected off the backside of a player during their class 5A high school championship football game, Tuesday, Dec., 11, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, in Atlanta. (John Amis for the AJC)

Ranking the 100 greatest Georgia high school football finals of all-time

The best GHSA finals of all-time list was released in 2023 and has been updated with six of the 24 finals played since, ranked. on entertainment and importance.

PHOTOS: AJC's Super 11 through the years

This year was the 40th anniversary of the AJC's Super 11, an annual preseason unveiling of the state's best high school senior football players.

Maxwell 2025 season summary | Buford, TCC, Carrollton top teams in state

Gainesville moves up from No. 14 to No. 6 in the all-class Maxwell Ratings heading into the Class 5A title game against Thomas County Central, which is rated fourth.

State Report

Kennesaw State guard Simeon Cottle — pictured shooting against Alabama on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025 — scored a game-high 28 points to lead the Owls past Jacksonville State on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026. (Vasha Hunt/AP)

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Cottle once again leads the way as Kennesaw State defeats Jacksonville State

Led by Simeon Cottle's 28 points, the Kennesaw State Owls defeated the Jacksonville State Gamecocks 88-82 on Saturday.

Big second half lifts Georgia State over Marshall, 81-73

Led by Jelani Hamilton's 23 points, the Georgia State Panthers defeated the Marshall Thundering Herd 81-73

Kennesaw State reportedly picks up transfer QB with ACC, SEC experience

Kennesaw State, fresh off its impressive turnaround season, has added Syracuse transfer quarterback Rickie Collins to the mix, according to On3.

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Hawks forward Jalen Johnson goes to the basket for dunking the ball during the first half on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Girls basketball rankings: 2 defending state champions stand at No. 1

2025 champs River Ridge, Wilcox County top their respective classes, while North Paulding, Monroe and Thomson are No. 1 teams seeking their first titles.

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Steelers’ Mike Tomlin steps down after 19 years; is he another Falcons target?

Eight NFL teams — including the Atlanta Falcons — are searching for new head coaches.

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Kennard catches fire to lift Hawks past Warriors

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Why the hiring of Matt Ryan is a turning point for Arthur Blank’s Falcons

Matt Ryan has returned to the Atlanta Falcons as president of football in a role created for him. This day looks very much like a pivotal moment in the franchise’s direction.

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Atlanta United re-signs Ronald Hernandez

Hernandez joined Atlanta United before the 2021 season. He has made 70 appearances, including 50 starts. He has scored two goals with two assists.

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What we know about four head coaching candidates interviewed by Falcons

Atlanta completed head coach interviews with the Seahawks; Klint Kubiak and Aden Durde, Dolphins' Anthony Weaver and Browns' Kevin Stefanski.

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Important things to watch in Atlanta United’s preseason

Manager Gerardo Martino, back at the club after leading it to the playoffs in 2017 and MLS Cup in 2018, will lead the first training session of the pending season Monday.

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Falcons’ Matt Ryan on the playoffs: ‘It’s been too long’

Atlanta’s new president of football makes the comments on an interview with CBS’ ‘The NFL Today' on Sunday.

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Boys basketball rankings: 3 teams seeking first state titles stand No. 1

St. Pius, Commerce and Chattahoochee County, all of which are seeking their first state championships, also No. 1 in their respective GHSA boys basketball classes.

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Former Georgia Tech assistant returning to take DC role

ESPN reported Saturday that former Tech assistant Jason Semore will be the program’s defensive coordinator in 2026, its fifth in four seasons.