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Entertainment district concepts are popping up in SEC towns. Could UGA follow?

Georgia athletic director Josh Brooks says never say never, but no definitive plans are in place for UGA to build entertainment district.

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KEN SUGIURA

Braves’ loss Monday may have been worst of season

The Atlanta Braves blow a ninth-inning lead, losing 7-6 to the New York Mets on Monday, and miss a key chance for momentum before the All-Star break.

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NFL

After ‘terrible’ year, Christian Harris eyes fresh start with Falcons

The Falcons nabbed Christian Harris, their likely starting linebacker, at a value price this spring after his subpar final season with the Texans.

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Atlanta pro sports icon Deion Sanders details how he became ‘cancer-free’

Former Atlanta Falcons and Braves star Deion Sanders shares details of the robotic surgery he had on his bladder in an Associated Press report. He says he is "cancer-free."

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US eliminated in World Cup by Belgium, 4-1

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AJC Varsity

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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.

AJC VARSITY

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?

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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Braves call up former Georgia Tech pitcher

The Braves’ 2026 season is well underway. Keep it here for all the team’s personnel and injury news.

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Atlanta pro sports icon Deion Sanders details how he became ‘cancer-free’

Former Atlanta Falcons and Braves star Deion Sanders shares details of the robotic surgery he had on his bladder in an Associated Press report. He says he is "cancer-free."

KEN SUGIURA

Braves’ loss Monday may have been worst of season

The Atlanta Braves blow a ninth-inning lead, losing 7-6 to the New York Mets on Monday, and miss a key chance for momentum before the All-Star break.

Georgia Bulldogs

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BULLDOGS

Entertainment district concepts are popping up in SEC towns. Could UGA follow?

Georgia athletic director Josh Brooks says never say never, but no definitive plans are in place for UGA to build entertainment district.

BULLDOGS

UGA’s Kolby Branch earns spot on USA’s 2026 Collegiate National Team

The former Georgia baseball shortstop was one of the 28 players picked for the U.S., which will play in the World Collegiate Baseball Championship starting this weekend.

BULLDOGS

Georgia among title favorites, hardened by last year’s fiery games

Georgia brings back a lot of production and experience in close games, factors that have former UGA QB Jake Fromm and oddsmakers bullish on the Bulldogs

Atlanta Falcons

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COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Atlanta pro sports icon Deion Sanders details how he became ‘cancer-free’

Former Atlanta Falcons and Braves star Deion Sanders shares details of the robotic surgery he had on his bladder in an Associated Press report. He says he is "cancer-free."

NFL

After ‘terrible’ year, Christian Harris eyes fresh start with Falcons

The Falcons nabbed Christian Harris, their likely starting linebacker, at a value price this spring after his subpar final season with the Texans.

NFL

Jahan Dotson wants to prove the Falcons — and himself — right

Former first-round receiver has a starting opportunity with the Falcons after an up-and-down first four years of his career.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

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YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech’s new uniforms pay homage to classic look

The look is an homage to Georgia Tech’s Kessler Campanile, a prominent campus landmark.

YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech’s James Ramsey named ABCA Southeast Regional Coach of the Year

Georgia baseball's James Ramsey, who led the Yellow Jackets to the ACC’s regular season and tournament titles, was named ABCA Southeast Regional Coach of the Year.

YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech begins to unveil new Under Armour merchandise

Georgia Tech's apparel deal with Under Armour officially begins July 1, but the first batch is available online and at the Barnes & Noble store at Georgia Tech.

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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

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NBA

Hawks’ Ejiofor flashes 3-point shooting, takeaways from defeat of Thunder

Atlanta’s Zuby Ejiofor finished with a double-double: 19 points and 15 rebounds.

NBA

Flemings shakes off rust, and other takeaways from Hawks’ Summer League loss

Atlanta Hawks rookie guard Kingston Flemings scored 14 points with eight assists in his first 5-on-5 action since April, he said.

NBA

5 things Hawks fans should keep an eye on in Summer League

Rookies will try to find their footing as they become NBA players.

High Schools

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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

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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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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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MLB

Braves call up Owen Murphy, one of their top pitching prospects

The Atlanta Braves promoted rookie pitcher Owen Murphy and placed starter Martín Pérez on the injured list. Murphy is one of the team's top prospects.

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MLB

These Braves aren’t All-Stars but have had All-Star Game-worthy seasons

The Braves have 5 NL All-Stars for 2026 and could have more if players opt out or are injured. Top candidates are Michael Harris II, Dylan Lee, Mauricio Dubón & Robert Suarez.

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U.S. will have Folarin Balogun available vs. Belgium after red card overturned

FIFA overturned the red card given against Bosnia-Herzegovina, meaning the Americans’ leading scorer is available for Monday's World Cup round of 16 match.

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MLB

Braves starter Pérez likely headed to the IL

Martín Pérez's absence, in the short term, shouldn’t cause too many concerning ripples within the Braves’ pitching staff, allowing a return to an eight-man bullpen.

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MLB

Braves rally late but lose to Mets

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MLB

Five Braves make National League All-Star roster

Chris Sale, Drake Baldwin, Matt Olson, Ozzie Albies and Raisel Iglesias will represent the National League at the All-Star Game at Philadelphia's Citizens Bank Park.

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BULLDOGS

UGA’s Kolby Branch earns spot on USA’s 2026 Collegiate National Team

The former Georgia baseball shortstop was one of the 28 players picked for the U.S., which will play in the World Collegiate Baseball Championship starting this weekend.

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MLB

Behind All-Star Chris Sale, Braves beat Mets for second straight win

Eli White had four RBIs and Austin Riley had a 3-run home run in Atlanta’s rout of New York.

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NFL

Japan to Falcons and back again: How Robert Prince became chief energy officer

The Falcons wide receivers coach, and third-oldest member of the team’s coaching staff, is a never-ending, unrelenting ball of energy.

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Atlanta pro sports icon Deion Sanders details how he became ‘cancer-free’

US eliminated in World Cup by Belgium, 4-1

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

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

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

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

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

Braves call up former Georgia Tech pitcher

Atlanta pro sports icon Deion Sanders details how he became ‘cancer-free’

Braves’ loss Monday may have been worst of season

Entertainment district concepts are popping up in SEC towns. Could UGA follow?

UGA’s Kolby Branch earns spot on USA’s 2026 Collegiate National Team

Georgia among title favorites, hardened by last year’s fiery games

Atlanta pro sports icon Deion Sanders details how he became ‘cancer-free’

After ‘terrible’ year, Christian Harris eyes fresh start with Falcons

Jahan Dotson wants to prove the Falcons — and himself — right

Georgia Tech’s new uniforms pay homage to classic look

Georgia Tech’s James Ramsey named ABCA Southeast Regional Coach of the Year

Georgia Tech begins to unveil new Under Armour merchandise

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

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

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

Hawks’ Ejiofor flashes 3-point shooting, takeaways from defeat of Thunder

Flemings shakes off rust, and other takeaways from Hawks’ Summer League loss

5 things Hawks fans should keep an eye on in Summer League

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

PHOTOS: Milton girls lacrosse trying for another state championship

East Lake out as permanent host for Tour Championship after 2027

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

Masters lottery registration: 2027 ticket window open for limited time

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

Braves call up Owen Murphy, one of their top pitching prospects

These Braves aren’t All-Stars but have had All-Star Game-worthy seasons

U.S. will have Folarin Balogun available vs. Belgium after red card overturned

Braves starter Pérez likely headed to the IL

Braves rally late but lose to Mets

Five Braves make National League All-Star roster

UGA’s Kolby Branch earns spot on USA’s 2026 Collegiate National Team

Behind All-Star Chris Sale, Braves beat Mets for second straight win

Japan to Falcons and back again: How Robert Prince became chief energy officer