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Kirby Smart sees competitive edge, home field as two keys for Georgia football
For all the faces and names that have changed, Smart believes the Bulldogs can maintain their edge, in part, through mindset.
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Q&A with new Georgia Tech AD: How we plan to ‘punch above our weight class’
The AJC sat down with new Georgia Tech athletic director Ryan Alpert, who was formally introduced Wednesday.
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All-Star Week sold Atlanta well to fans, current and future players
Truist Park is known for its lively atmosphere, and it lived up to that billing in hosting the Midsummer Classic. But it also showcased a passionate fan base.
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First ‘swing-off’ decides All-Star Game with Phillies’ Schwarber as the hero
The 2025 All-Star Game put the Braves organization front and center, but it was a division rival that stole the spotlight.
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Braves honor Hank Aaron’s No. 715 with on-field tribute at All-Star Game
The lights at Truist Park went dark, as a hush fell across the sellout crowd of 41,702. A presentation brought Hank Aaron’s iconic moment with Home Run No. 715 back to life.
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Former Brave Mark DeRosa aims to humanize athletes as MLB Network analyst
Mark DeRosa, once an Atlanta Brave, now leads with empathy on MLB Network, aiming to humanize players in a world of hot takes.
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A hunt for Home Run Derby ball turns up different sort of prize
Ditching the press box for the outfield stands seemed to offer the most potential for fun in the Home Run Derby at Truist Park, the precursor to Tuesday night’s All-Star Game.
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Falcons D-line plans to throw haymakers ‘like Mike Tyson’
New Atlanta Falcons defensive line coach Nate Ollie and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich are tasked with improving a D that ranked second-to-last in sacks last season.
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SEC’s Greg Sankey vows ‘responsible’ use of power over college sports
Greg Sankey said the burden of shaping the new college sports system is “shared by presidents and chancellors, athletics directors and coaches.”