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Kevin Hart, Jason Kelce join the Masters fun as caddies for Par 3 Contest

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What Masters golfers would do as patrons at Augusta: ‘Have a lot of beers’

Masters competitors reveal their approach if they were fans at Augusta National. It includes ice cream sandwiches, the best viewing spots and, yes, beers.

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The Masters 2026: Keegan Bradley scores hole-in-one during Par 3 contest

The Masters 2026: Live updates from Augusta National as Rory McIlroy aims to defend his title.

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BULLDOGS

Georgia football knew it couldn’t make same mistake twice with Khalil Barnes

Khalil Barnes, a defensive back who transferred to Georgia from Clemson, is expected to make an immediate impact for the Bulldogs. He was a three-year starter for the Tigers.

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AJC VARSITY

Joseph Contreras is ‘just enjoying the moment’ ahead of MLB vs. Vandy decision

Joseph Contreras, son of World Series champion and 11-year MLB veteran José Contreras, is one of the top prospects in Georgia and will decide between the draft and Vanderbilt.

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AJC Varsity

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AJC VARSITY

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.

Atlanta Sports

López-Soler tussle leads to ejections in Braves’ win over Angels

A fight between Reynaldo López and Jorge Soler led to ejections, but the Atlanta Braves kept control and beat the Angels 7-2 on Tuesday.

Benches clear in Braves-Angels game

MLB

Sean Murphy expected to begin rehab assignment Friday

Braves catcher Sean Murphy is scheduled to begin his rehab assignment on Friday with Triple-A Gwinnett, bringing him closer to a return to the team.

Georgia Bulldogs

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BULLDOGS

Georgia football knew it couldn’t make same mistake twice with Khalil Barnes

Khalil Barnes, a defensive back who transferred to Georgia from Clemson, is expected to make an immediate impact for the Bulldogs. He was a three-year starter for the Tigers.

Georgia basketball hires former standout Jarvis Hayes as assistant coach

The Georgia men's basketball team has hired former player Jarvis Hayes as an assistant coach. The former Bulldogs standout was a two-time All-SEC selection and NBA draft pick.

BULLDOGS

Where does UGA stand with the state’s top 2028 prospect? ‘I love it in Athens’

5-star safety Casey Barner, the No. 1 prospect in 2028, on his recruiting process as he heads into his junior season at McEachern.

Atlanta Falcons

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NFL

Former Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King to visit Falcons, per report

Former Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King is set to visit the Atlanta Falcons ahead of the NFL Draft later this month, per a report from the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

NFL

Which positions will Falcons focus on in 2026 NFL draft?

The Falcons' 2026 NFL draft needs include interior defensive line, wide receiver, offensive line and cornerback. Atlanta only has five picks, though, to bolster its roster.

Dirty Birds Dispatch: Digging the new duds?

We also talk about Kirk Cousins' new gig and how you can help everyone's favorite Falcon Bijan Robinson.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

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YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech baseball sweeps California, extends its win streak to 8 games

Georgia Tech baseball extended its winning streak to 8 games with a three-game sweep of California. The Yellow Jackets (26-5) are averaging a program-best 11.4 runs per game.

NFL

Former Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King to visit Falcons, per report

Former Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King is set to visit the Atlanta Falcons ahead of the NFL Draft later this month, per a report from the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

YELLOW JACKETS

Josh Pastner: NIL reluctance cost Georgia Tech its Final Four team

Former Georgia Tech coach Josh Pastner told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that the school's reluctance to spend on NIL in 2021 cost the Jackets a Final Four team.

Atlanta United FC

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MLS

Atlanta United fall 3-1 to Columbus Crew, Martino ejected

The Five Stripes cut the Crew's lead in half in the 60th minute, but the momentum was squashed a minute later with Columbus' third goal.

Arthur Blank names president of soccer to oversee United, NWSL franchises

Mauricio Culebro comes to Atlanta with more than 22 years of vast experience across the soccer industry.

MLS

Atlanta United battles to scoreless draw

Five Stripes pick up a point in 0-0 finish vs. D.C. United.

Atlanta Hawks

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NBA

Hawks may not get all the lessons from upcoming matchups with Cavs

With playoff seeding at stake, the Atlanta Hawks meet the Cavaliers twice — though Cleveland may rest key players, blunting a true postseason preview.

MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Hawks learn ‘lesson’ in loss to potential playoff foe Knicks

‘It’s good for us to be battle-tested headed for the postseason,’ guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker says.

NBA

Hawks go cold down the stretch, fall to Knicks

Jalen Brunson made the go-ahead midrange jumper that put the Knicks up 104-102 with 24.8 seconds to play as the Knicks beat the Hawks 108-105

High Schools

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.

State Report

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What Masters golfers would do as patrons at Augusta: ‘Have a lot of beers’

Masters competitors reveal their approach if they were fans at Augusta National. It includes ice cream sandwiches, the best viewing spots and, yes, beers.

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How the Masters amplifies Asia’s growing influence on golf’s biggest stage

How the Masters has worked to ‘create global pathways’ to expand the field at Augusta National to international competitors.

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GUIDE

The Masters 2026: Tee times, leaderboard, how to watch and what to know

The Masters 2026: What's the schedule, tee times and what to know before you go. Plus, where to view it if you're not lucky enough to attend in person.

PHOTOS: Masters Practice Rounds continue

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Jason Day tees off on the sixth hole during a practice round at the Masters on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in Augusta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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Benches clear in Braves-Angels game

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BULLDOGS

New UGA women’s basketball coach says she’s ‘loud,’ ‘passionate,’ ‘feisty’

Everything that new Georgia Bulldogs women's basketball head coach Ayla Guzzardo and athletic director Josh Brooks said during her introductory news conference.

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MLB

Sean Murphy expected to begin rehab assignment Friday

Braves catcher Sean Murphy is scheduled to begin his rehab assignment on Friday with Triple-A Gwinnett, bringing him closer to a return to the team.

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BULLDOGS

Georgia’s G-Day is coming up, and there’s a new way to experience it

It will be business as usual for Georgia football's G-Day scrimmage, coach Kirby Smart said. One change is ESPN+ will stream the event scheduled for April 18.

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No Tiger? No Phil? No biggie, the kids at the Masters say

It has been 32 years since the Masters was conducted without both Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson in the field.

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Masters patrons, don’t sleep on these 5 hidden spots at Augusta National

Here are five Masters viewing locations off the beaten path that offer great views of Augusta National with a touch of serenity.

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NBA

Hawks may not get all the lessons from upcoming matchups with Cavs

With playoff seeding at stake, the Atlanta Hawks meet the Cavaliers twice — though Cleveland may rest key players, blunting a true postseason preview.

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BULLDOGS

Georgia’s Jake Wilkins departs as transfer portal officially opens

Georgia basketball player Jake Wilkins, the son of Bulldogs legend Dominique Wilkins, entered the transfer portal, according to a report. He averaged 4.9 points.

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Hawks learn ‘lesson’ in loss to potential playoff foe Knicks

‘It’s good for us to be battle-tested headed for the postseason,’ guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker says.

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All the Masters tee times Thursday: When does Rory McIlroy start?

The 2026 Masters Tournament begins Thursday with Rory McIlroy aiming to defend his title at Augusta National. Here are tee times for every golfer in the field.