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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Why the Hawks shouldn’t go big with No. 8 pick in NBA draft

The NBA draft's top center prospects aren’t good fits for the Hawks roster that team president Onsi Saleh has constructed.

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MLB

Braves shut out in opener against Padres

The Braves offense could do next to nothing against Padres starter Michael King, leading to a 1-0 loss at Petco Park, the sixth shutout loss of the season.

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KEN SUGIURA

Dream run a test of their fan base, and the results are encouraging

The Atlanta Dream draw 9,685 fans at State Farm Arena in a weeknight test game, signaling growth and momentum for the WNBA team’s future in Georgia.

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WNBA

Dream hold off Tempo’s late-game push to pick up fourth straight win

The Atlanta Dream held off the Toronto Tempo, winning 94-87 Monday night.

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Robert Suarez returns to San Diego

Former Padres closer Robert Suarez is back in San Diego, but now he's thriving as setup man for Braves.

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AJC Varsity

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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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AJC VARSITY

Public school leads GHSA in state championships for first time in 48 years

The last time a public school won the most titles of any GHSA school, with no ties, came in 1978, when Lakeside of DeKalb County won three of the 49 held.

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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?

Make your voice heard in the AJC’s poll.

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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

The Padres' Manny Machado celebrates after hitting a home run during the fourth inning against the Braves on Monday, June 22, 2026, in San Diego. (Gregory Bull/AP)

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MLB

Braves shut out in opener against Padres

The Braves offense could do next to nothing against Padres starter Michael King, leading to a 1-0 loss at Petco Park, the sixth shutout loss of the season.

Robert Suarez returns to San Diego

Former Padres closer Robert Suarez is back in San Diego, but now he's thriving as setup man for Braves.

MLB

Mauricio Dubón hopes to remain with Braves, says he’s open to extension talks

Braves utility man Mauricio Dubón, who has played shortstop, third base, left field and center field thus far, says he's open to in-season contract extension talks.

Georgia Bulldogs

Georgia defensive back Ellis Robinson (right) intercepts a pass intended for Georgia Tech wide receiver Dean Patterson in November. (Hyosub Shin/AJC 2025)

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BULLDOGS

Ellis Robinson could end UGA’s drought of 5-star CBs drafted in first round

The Georgia sophomore cornerback, who had four interceptions in 2025, is trying to become the first 5-star at his position drafted in the first round under Kirby Smart.

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Stetson Bennett’s NFL job on the line, competing with Alabama’s Ty Simpson

Former Georgia QB Stetson Bennett is entering the fourth and final year of his rookie contract with the L.A. Rams, looking to lockdown backup duties.

BULLDOGS

A 5-star problem? Where UGA football recruiting is trending in wrong direction

No active head coach has signed more 5-star prospects than Georgia football's Kirby Smart, but he had zero in 2026 and has only two so far for 2027.

Atlanta Falcons

Falcons rookies take a photograph with youth camp participants at Cherokee Bluff High School in Flowery Branch on Monday, June 22, 2026. (Daniel Flick/AJC)

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NFL

Falcons rookies hope their football camp helps kids ‘learn to love the game’

The Atlanta Falcons' 18-man rookie class, working with nonprofit Kids & Pros, put on a youth camp for nearly 250 kids at Cherokee Bluff High School in Flowery Branch.

NFL

Tragedy and triumph: Falcons’ Xavier Watts has learned from father’s journey

Jeff Watts made sure his son — Falcons safety Xavier Watts — made the right decisions so Xavier could avoid mistakes like the one that led to Jeff being paralyzed.

NFL

What we learned from Falcons OTAs and minicamp

Tua Tagovailoa leads the quarterback race, Atlanta’s new coaching staff draws praise, and its wide receiver depth and defense stand out.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Georgia Tech Athletics released a conceptual rendering of the seating bowl design for Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field on Monday, June 22, 2026. Renovations are scheduled to begin immediately following the conclusion of the 2026 season and be completed ahead of the 2027 campaign. (Georgia Tech Athletics)

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YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech releases final design of Bobby Dodd Stadium renovation

Renovations to Georgia Tech's Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field will begin following the conclusion of the 2026 season and be completed ahead of the 2027 campaign.

YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech lands two 4-star commits from Douglas County in back-to-back days

Justin Weeks and Joshua Sam-Epelle are the No. 1 and No. 3 players in Georgia Tech’s 2027 class, according to the 247Sports Composite rankings.

YELLOW JACKETS

Legendary Georgia Tech coach Danny Hall will enter College Baseball Hall of Fame

Legendary Georgia Tech coach Danny Hall is heading to the the College Baseball Hall of Fame; his induction is scheduled for Feb. 11, 2027, during a ceremony in Overland Park.

Atlanta United FC

Mauricio Culebro (center), the president of soccer for Atlanta United and the city's upcoming NWSL franchise, answers questions at his introductory press conference. Josh Blank (left), vice president of executive for AMBSE, and Rich McKay (right), CEO of AMBSE, also took part. (Amna Subhan/AJC)

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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.

Morocco loses star winger Ezzalzouli and Aguerd to injuries for World Cup

Atlanta Hawks

Atlanta Hawks General Manager Onsi Saleh speaks during the introductory press conference for 2025 first-round draft pick Asa Newell at Emory Sports Medicine Complex, Friday, June 27, 2025, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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LIVE UPDATES

Follow the Hawks’ path in the NBA draft’s first round. Who’s the pick?

Atlanta has the No. 8 and No. 23 picks in what’s projected to be a stocked draft class.

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Why the Hawks shouldn’t go big with No. 8 pick in NBA draft

The NBA draft's top center prospects aren’t good fits for the Hawks roster that team president Onsi Saleh has constructed.

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NBA

Report: Former Hawks All-Star Trae Young agrees to new deal with Wizards

Former Hawks guard Trae Young is going to get a new four-year contract worth more than $210 million with the Wizards, according to a Monday report from ESPN's Shams Charania.

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

Evan Rogers of Duluth won the 105th Georgia Amateur Championship on June 14, 2026, at Ocean Forest Golf Club in Sea Island, Ga. Rogers shot 278 and matched the record with an 8-shot win. (Photo by Stan Awtrey)

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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.

Titans top Marist to repeat as GHSA Class 4A girls soccer champs

Exactly one year after downing Marist in the state finals, the Blessed Trinity Titans did it again, edging Marist 1-0 in the 4A girls soccer state championship.

PHOTOS: Dream host Tempo in WNBA action
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
Atlanta Dream host the Toronto Tempo in an WNBA game at State Farm Arena
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Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese (5) attempts a shot against Toronto Tempo forward Laura Juskaite (2) during the second half in a WNBA game at State Farm Arena, Monday, June 22, 2026, in Atlanta. The Dream won 94-87. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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GABRIEL BURNS

Spain just latest powerhouse to come through Atlanta

Whether you call it Mercedes-Benz Stadium or Atlanta Stadium, the arena has hosted star players and teams from the NFL, MLS, college football and now the World Cup since 2025.

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AJC VARSITY

Raised in football, now following dad’s footsteps. 5 coaches share their journey.

For Father’s Day, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution checks in with five high school coaches across the state whose fathers were coaching greats in Georgia.

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NBA

Hawks, CJ McCollum agree to terms for extension, source says

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Hawks agree to acquire Aaron Wiggins from Thunder

Atlanta sends 2030 second-round pick, as well as the least favorable of the Hawks’ and the Lakers’ seconds in 2032.

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MLB

Ozzie Albies: 2026 Braves are a ‘top two’ team I’ve been part of

Longtime Braves second baseman says current squad is up there with the 2021 World Series winners.

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MLB

Ozzie Albies’ walk-off homer lifts Braves to win

The Braves secured a series win against the Brewers on Saturday, edging the NL Central leaders 4-3 on an Ozzie Albies walk-off home run.

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WNBA

Dream down Fever with suffocating second-half defense

Angel Reese pulled down her 1,000th career rebound in the Dream's 113-96 win over the Fever on Saturday.

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MLB

Slow(er) and steady wins the race: Braves’ Pérez outduels red-hot Misiorowski

Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski faced off with Braves starter Martín Pérez, but it was Pérez who took home the victory in the Braves’ 3-2 triumph Friday at Truist Park.

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KEN SUGIURA

My favorite thing in Omaha had nothing to do with the College World Series

Ken Sugiura: Not only did Omaha’s bike share take me out to the ballgame, but it also didn’t seem to care if I ever got back.

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AJC mock NBA draft: Who will the Hawks select?

Atlanta has two first-round picks, Nos. 8 and 23, in next week’s NBA draft.