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Kirby Smart ‘frustrated, disappointed’ in latest Georgia driving arrests

The Georgia Bulldogs began spring practice on Tuesday, and coach Kirby Smart discussed the team in his opening press conference.

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You don’t see him on TV, but his mastery has helped bring GPB to new heights

Kevin Gerke, Georgia Public Broadcasting’s VP of local productions, is more comfortable in the shadows, putting all the pieces together and watching the magic unfold.

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Venezuela beats US 3-2 on Suárez’s 9th-inning double to win first World Baseball Classic title

Venezuela has won the World Baseball Classic for the first time, rebounding from a blown eighth-inning lead to beat the United States 3-2 on Eugenio Suárez’s tiebreaking doubl

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NBA

Hawks’ Alexander-Walker’s career night strengthens case for Most Improved

Quickly into the season, many labeled Nickeil Alexander-Walker as one of the best free-agency signings of the offseason. The veteran has proved why pretty much every night.

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Gainesville hires Jan Azar less than a week after her 17th state championship

Jan Azar, who has more basketball state championships than any coach in GHSA history, was Hebron Christian’s head coach for the last seven years.

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Final girls basketball rankings: 4 first-time state champions finish No. 1

In the final girls basketball rankings after the state championships, four first-time winners finish No. 1.

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AJC VARSITY

Final boys basketball rankings: 3 first-time champions finish No. 1

St. Pius, Rabun County and Darlington won titles for the first time. Class 6A champion Wheeler won its 11th.

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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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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

Braves pitcher Chris Sale holds a baseball during the first day of pitchers and catchers workouts Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, at CoolToday Park in North Port, Fla. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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MLB

Game updates: Braves face Phillies at CoolToday Park

Keep up with all the Braves news, big and small, in updates from new beat writer Chad Bishop and some of our other sports writers.

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MLB

Walt Weiss has ‘good feeling’ about Braves as opening day approaches

‘I like where we’re at. I like the way camp has gone,’ Atlanta’s new manager says. ‘I like our club.’

MLB

Jonah Heim brings pedigree, versatility to Braves clubhouse

The catcher comes to Atlanta on a one-year deal after he was an All-Star and World Series champion during his four seasons with the Rangers

Georgia Bulldogs

Despite all the moving pieces around him, Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton doesn’t seem rattled or jittery. And his teammates have noticed he is more at ease this offseason. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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BULLDOGS

From meeting Trump to title run, Gunner Stockton embraces every opportunity

The Georgia program has big goals. It’s on their quarterback, more so than it was a year ago, to guide the Bulldogs to a national championship.

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Kirby Smart ‘frustrated, disappointed’ in latest Georgia driving arrests

The Georgia Bulldogs began spring practice on Tuesday, and coach Kirby Smart discussed the team in his opening press conference.

BULLDOGS

Kirby Smart provides update on potential G-Day plans for Georgia football

Georgia football’s head coach shares his early thoughts on 2026 G‑Day as the Bulldogs start spring with 15 practices, major roster turnover and new defensive goals.

Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Falcons first round draft pick Jalon Walker of Georgia holds a Falcons jersey during the Atlanta Falcons introductory press conference at the Atlanta Falcons Training Facility, Friday, April 25, 2025, in Flowery Branch. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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NFL

Which NFL teams have drafted the fewest UGA players? Hint: it’s not the Falcons

The local perception is one thing, but then there's the reality.

Falcons continue revamping edge rush amid James Pearce Jr. uncertainty

The Falcons introduced free-agent acquisitions Azeez Ojulari and Sam Ebukam on Monday as they continue to revamp their edge rusher group.

NFL

Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. now faces three felonies

Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. is now facing three felony charges and his ex-girlfriend has filed a petition for a permanent protective order from him.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey has been named ACC Player of the Week, Buster Posey National Collegiate Catcher of the Week by the College Baseball Foundation and Perfect Game’s National Player of the Week. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Catcher Vahn Lackey rakes in honors for Georgia Tech

Lackey’s week included making program history by playing eight defensive positions and going just a single shy from hitting for the cycle Tuesday.

YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech tallies second straight ACC series win

The Yellow Jackets took two of three games from No. 11 Clemson over the weekend.

Photos: Haynes King among Yellow Jackets at Georgia Tech's 2026 Pro Day

Georgia Tech football held its annual Pro Day on Friday, March 13, 2026.

Atlanta United FC

Atlanta United manager Gerardo Martino — pictured during the Five Stripes' loss to Real Salt Lake in the home opener on Saturday, March 7, 2026 — said of the team's first win Saturday against Philadelphia: “Even though we didn’t have the best start, we have to continue like this. We know that there are things to (improve); we can’t be satisfied.” (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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MLS

Atlanta United ends three-game skid, tops Philadelphia Union

Miguel Almirón tallies three assists to become Atlanta United's all-time leader in the category as the Five Stripes get a win after starting the season 0-3.

KEN SUGIURA

Atlanta United delivers a sublime showing, but now comes the hard part

Atlanta United played brilliantly in a 3-1 victory over Philadelphia Union on Saturday, better than it has in years. But the team needs to start stringing wins together.

‘United We Dream’: Atlanta’s WNBA, MLS team up for retail collaboration

The Atlanta Dream and Atlanta United announced the “United We Dream” apparel collection for Women’s History Month, blending both teams’ identities in three exclusive pieces.

Atlanta Hawks

Hawks wing Nickeil Alexander-Walker has had a career-best season, which could put him in consideration for the Most Improved Player award. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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NBA

Hawks’ Alexander-Walker’s career night strengthens case for Most Improved

Quickly into the season, many labeled Nickeil Alexander-Walker as one of the best free-agency signings of the offseason. The veteran has proved why pretty much every night.

PHOTOS: Magic night as Hawks continue winning streak

It was a magic night in the city as the Atlanta Hawks defeated the Orlando Magic for their 10th consecutive win. The team's longest winning streak since the 2014-2015 season.

Magic City shown support at Atlanta Hawks game despite NBA cancellation

Despite the NBA canceling the Hawks’ Magic City promotion, fans wore gear and homemade hoodies to show support for the Atlanta strip club at Monday’s game.

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 head coach Antoine Pettway celebrates with forward Trey Simpson (2) after the Owls’ 72-69 win over Western Kentucky on Jan. 28, 2026. KSU will play Gonzaga in the NCAA Tournament on Thursday in Portland. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

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KEN SUGIURA

Underdog par excellence, Kennesaw State having another moment in the sun

OWLS

Kennesaw State to face Gonzaga in NCAA Tournament

OWLS

Kennesaw State earns NCAA Tournament berth

No. 6 seed Kennesaw State wins its first Conference USA championship to clinch the school's second berth in the NCAA Tournament.

PHOTOS: Magic night as Hawks continue winning streak
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
Atlanta Hawks host the Orlando Magic in an NBA game
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Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker celebrates their 124-112 win against the Orlando Magic at State Farm Arena, Monday, March 16, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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Hebron Christian announces split with 17-time champion girls basketball coach

Jan Azar has won more state championships than any basketball coach in GHSA history.

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Falcons continue revamping edge rush amid James Pearce Jr. uncertainty

The Falcons introduced free-agent acquisitions Azeez Ojulari and Sam Ebukam on Monday as they continue to revamp their edge rusher group.

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D.J. Shockley gets rare, ‘surreal’ honor for Georgia football player

D.J. Shockley, who quarterbacked Georgia Bulldogs to SEC championship in 2005 season, becomes only second football player to give commencement address to UGA graduates.

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Final boys basketball rankings: 3 first-time champions finish No. 1

St. Pius, Rabun County and Darlington won titles for the first time. Class 6A champion Wheeler won its 11th.

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BULLDOGS

Georgia-St. Louis game time, TV channel for NCAA Tournament game announced

Bulldogs will be a No. 8 seed.

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KEN SUGIURA

Underdog par excellence, Kennesaw State having another moment in the sun

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BULLDOGS

Georgia basketball returns to NCAA Tournament, will face St. Louis in first round

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OWLS

Kennesaw State to face Gonzaga in NCAA Tournament

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Georgia women’s basketball receives NCAA Tournament bid

Lady Bulldogs return to NCAA Tournament as No. 7 seed.

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AJC VARSITY

UConn signee wills Wheeler to 11th state championship

Wheeler defeats fellow Cobb County power Pebblebrook 62-52 for the Class 6A championship, completing a season in which the Wildcats never lost to a team from Georgia.