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UGA brings high-scoring offense into prime-time game against Georgia Tech

Georgia basketball will host Georgia Tech on Friday at 9 p.m. in Stegeman Coliseum.

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Weekend Predictions: Will favored local teams pull off another sweep?

My streak of winning records in picking games against the spread ended at four weeks. I wasn’t feeling good about that until Falcons coach Raheem Morris changed my perspective

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Football playoffs primer: First of 119 first-round games kick off Thursday

The Georgia high school football playoffs begin Thursday with the first two of 119 first-round games to be played from Fort Oglethorpe to Brunswick.

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‘Trust and comfort’: Familiarity brought Martino back to Atlanta United

Connection between chief soccer officer and new coach led to reunion to steer Atlanta United back to success.

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Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr. on his play: ‘I’m human. I’m not perfect.’

The Falcons quarterback shares his thoughts on the team's third-down issues, being hard on himself, Tyler Allgeier, who he leans on and more.

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AJC Super 11: What to know about the 2025 selections

11 super insights into the 2025 edition of the AJC's Super 11, the 40th edition of our preseason listing of the top high school football players in Georgia.

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Everything to know about the Class 2A first-round playoff matchups

Seedings, playoff history, game projections and more for the 16 first-round games in Class 2A of the GHSA football state playoffs.

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Everything to know about the Class A Division I first-round playoff matchups

Here is a preview — including predictions and historical information — of every first-round matchup in Class A.

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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: Did the Braves make the right hire in choosing Walt Weiss?

The Atlanta Braves have promoted bench coach Walt Weiss to succeed Brian Snitker as the team’s manager. What do you think of the hire?

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VOTE: How many games will the Hawks win this season?

After an aggressive offseason by the Hawks, how do you feel Atlanta will fare once the regular season begins against the Raptors on Oct. 22.

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Laura Matthews: Cultivating local connections on and off the green
Laura Matthews has always felt a fondness for the state of Georgia. That was evident during her junior golf career...
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Daytona Beach: the Festival Capital of Florida
You may know Daytona Beach for the 23-mile stretch of sand, scenic trails and eclectic shopping. But did you know it’s...
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3 school lunch recipes that will have your kids saying ‘more, please!’
Between school drop-offs, after-school activities, homework, and more, the busyness of the school year has already...
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Atlanta Braves

Braves catcher Drake Baldwin celebrates a triple against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Truist Park on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, in Atlanta. Baldwin fetched the Braves a bonus pick with his Rookie of the Year win. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

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How Drake Baldwin’s Rookie of the Year win affects the Braves’ future

The Braves gained a first-round pick and extra draft cash thanks to Drake Baldwin’s standout rookie season.

Drake Baldwin wins National League Rookie of the Year

Braves catcher Drake Baldwin won the 2025 National League Rookie of the Year award. Baldwin earned the honor over Cubs pitcher Cade Horton and Brewers infielder Caleb Durbin.

Braves announce their entire 2026 coaching staff

Eight newcomers will give manager Walt Weiss plenty of fresh perspective.

Georgia Bulldogs

John Bell of Widespread Panic performs at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. (Amy Harris/Invision/AP 2019)

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Singer from iconic Athens-born band to perform national anthem for UGA-Texas

John Bell, the lead singer for Widespread Panic, will perform the national anthem before the Georgia-Texas game on Saturday.

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UGA brings high-scoring offense into prime-time game against Georgia Tech

Georgia basketball will host Georgia Tech on Friday at 9 p.m. in Stegeman Coliseum.

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SEC standings, tiebreakers to know as UGA football enters final conference game

Georgia will wrap up its SEC slate this weekend against Texas. If the SEC standings and tiebreakers break the right way, the Bulldogs can get to the SEC championship game.

Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (8) gets tacke by Miami Dolphins linebacker Willie Gay Jr. (40) during the second half of an NFL football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, October 26, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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As offense struggles, Falcons looking to help QB Michael Penix Jr. more

The Atlanta Falcons rank 27th in the league in scoring, and players see room for improvement.

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Dirty Birds Dispatch: Can the offense save the season?

Plus: We chat with Falcons captain Chris Lindstrom about the loss in Berlin.

Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr. on his play: ‘I’m human. I’m not perfect.’

The Falcons quarterback shares his thoughts on the team's third-down issues, being hard on himself, Tyler Allgeier, who he leans on and more.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

NC State piled up both yards and points while handing Georgia Tech its first loss on Nov. 1, but the Yellow Jackets' defense hopes to get right against a Boston College offense that has struggled. (Karl DeBlaker/AP)

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Georgia Tech’s defense looking to get back on track at Boston College

Georgia Tech's defense was disastrous in its last game at NC State, but it looks to get right against a Boston College offense that is much less dangerous on paper.

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Red-zone touchdowns a focus for Georgia Tech’s offense

With only 24 touchdowns in 39 trips inside the opponent’s 20, Georgia Tech's offense is focusing on more red-zone touchdowns.

Georgia Tech inches up to No. 16 in College Football Playoff rankings

In Tuesday’s CFP rankings, the Yellow Jackets were the second-highest-ranked team from the ACC.

Atlanta United FC

Atlanta United’s chief soccer officer and sporting director Chris Henderson (left) and the team's new manager, Gerardo Martino, worked together at Inter Miami, where they developed a bond. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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MLS

‘Trust and comfort’: Familiarity brought Martino back to Atlanta United

Connection between chief soccer officer and new coach led to reunion to steer Atlanta United back to success.

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Atlanta’s new NWSL team has an MLS playbook to follow

With Atlanta United’s lauded launch as a template, Arthur Blank’s new franchise possesses a pathway to success.

Arthur Blank will invest $330 million in new NWSL team

The yet-to-be-named franchise will begin play in 2028 in Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Atlanta Hawks

Center Kristaps Porzingis — pictured celebrating during the Hawks' win over the Raptors on Nov. 7 — finished with 13 points and six assists in Atlanta's 133-100 win over Sacramento on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. The Hawks have a three-game winning streak, their longest of the season. (Mike Stewart/AP)

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Hawks pick up third straight win with dominant outing against Kings

Atlanta leads by as many as 44 points and seven players score in double figures as the Hawks lead wire-to-wire to rout the Kings.

Hawks unveil latest Nike City Edition jerseys

The Hawks will wear the "Peachtree" City Edition jerseys and play on a themed court Tuesday against the Pistons and for nine other home games throughout the season.

The good, bad and ugly: Hawks can adjust but are looking for better starts

The Hawks have been slow to crash the glass early in the season, currently ranking 21st in the NBA in average rebounds per game.

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GHSA playoff projections: Who are the Maxwell favorites in the first round?

Week 12 projections for Georgia high school football according to the current Maxwell ratings and actual scoring patterns.

Maxwell GHSA playoff projections heading into the first round

While the Maxwell Ratings reflect team strength, the simulation highlights the impact of the season’s structure as defined by games, region alignments and playoff brackets.

Maxwell regular season summary: Class 6A crowded at the top

Classes 4A, 3A, 2A and A Division I saw second-rated teams make the leap to the top spot in the Maxwell Ratings for Georgia high school football after Week 11.

State Report

Kennesaw State head coach Jerry Mack shouts instructions during the first half in an NCAA college football game at Fifth Third Stadium, Tuesday, October 28, 2025, in Kennesaw. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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With win Saturday, Kennesaw State would be only team with no CUSA loss

If Kennesaw State defeats Jacksonville State on Saturday, it will go a long way toward determining who will play for it in the conference championship game Dec. 5.

Cink chases Schwab Cup title but really wants to be Ryder Cup captain

Georgia Tech great, now 52, thrives on senior golf circuit.

KSU’s win streak fueled by strength of O-line. ‘It all starts up front.’

Kennesaw State has reached bowl eligibility for the first time in program history on the strength of an experienced and stout offensive line.

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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. throws the ball during the NFL game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Atlanta Falcons in Berlin, Germany, Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Markus Schreiber)

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Second CFP rankings bring SEC respect, schedule strength into question

The CFP committee chairman provided arguments for why SEC teams with tougher schedules were ranked beneath teams from other leagues

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Georgia Tech inches up to No. 16 in College Football Playoff rankings

In Tuesday’s CFP rankings, the Yellow Jackets were the second-highest-ranked team from the ACC.

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Arthur Blank will invest $330 million in new NWSL team

The yet-to-be-named franchise will begin play in 2028 in Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

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Braves announce their entire 2026 coaching staff

Eight newcomers will give manager Walt Weiss plenty of fresh perspective.

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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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Updated College Football Playoff rankings confirm Georgia-Texas as top-10 battle

In the latest College Football Playoff rankings for Week 12, Georgia comes in at No. 5. The Bulldogs take on No. 10 Texas this week.

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How does a team prepare for the playoffs with four weeks off? ‘Less is more’

After a practice-heavy layoff left his team 'tired' before a first-game exit in last season's playoffs, Athens Academy coach Josh Alexander has a new plan for this year.

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Drake Baldwin wins National League Rookie of the Year

Braves catcher Drake Baldwin won the 2025 National League Rookie of the Year award. Baldwin earned the honor over Cubs pitcher Cade Horton and Brewers infielder Caleb Durbin.

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Next opponent for Falcons: A quick look at Bryce Young and the Panthers

Quarterback Bryce Young continues to struggle, but the Panthers' run game ranks eighth in the league, which will be a tough task for the Falcons' 29th-ranked rush defense.

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Tentative GHSA region alignments for 2026-28 announced after classes settled

The highest class will be 7A, with Class A Division I and II becoming classes 2A and A, respectively.