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Photos: Jackets upset the Tar Heels again
AJC photos from the Georgia Tech vs. North Carolina game on Oct. 28, 2023. Tech won 46-42.
Georgia Tech players celebrate as time runs out in a 46-42 win over North Carolina on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Brent Key smiles as he leaves the field victorious after the win.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech players and fans celebrate their win over North Carolina.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech players celebrate their win over North Carolina as fans storm the field.  Georgia Tech won, 46-42.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets offensive lineman Tyler Gibson (74) and other players celebrate their win over North Carolina.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech players celebrate their win over North Carolina.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Former Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson is honored for being named to the College Football Hall of Fame.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets tight end Brett Seither (80) makes a touchdown reception during the second quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets tight end Brett Seither (80) makes a touchdown reception during the second quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets wide receiver Malik Rutherford (8) indicates a first down during the first quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets wide receiver Malik Rutherford (8) runs 42 yards with a Haynes King pass to score a touchdown during the second quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets wide receiver Malik Rutherford (8) celebrates his touchdown reception with quarterback Haynes King (10) during the second quarter against North Carolina Saturday.  Tech won 46-42. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets wide receiver Malik Rutherford (8) leaps into the end zone for a touchdown during the second quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Dontae Smith (4) runs for a first down during the first half.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
North Carolina Tar Heels running back Omarion Hampton (28) breaks free for a touchdown during the first quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Haynes King (10) throws to the end zone.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Jamal Haynes (11) runs for a first down.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Dontae Smith (4) runs for a first down during the fourth quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Brent Key during the second half.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Drake Maye (10) scores a touchdown on a keeper during the second half.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
North Carolina Tar Heels running back Omarion Hampton (28) leaps over Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets defensive back Myles Sims (0) during the second half.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Brent Key is congratulated as he leaves the field.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Dontae Smith (4) indicates a Tech first down with 2:23 to go in the fourth quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Brent Key reacts during the fourth quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets quarterback Haynes King (10) runs up the middle for a gain of 52 yards to set up Tech's go-ahead touchdown during the fourth quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Dontae Smith (4) celebrates with teammates after his  touchdown on a 70-yard run during the fourth quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Dontae Smith (4) dives for a touchdown.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Jamal Haynes (11) cuts back.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets offensive lineman Joe Fusile (67) celebrates the go-ahead touchdown during the fourth quarter.  (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)
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Georgia Tech players celebrate as time runs out in a 46-42 win over North Carolina on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. (Bob Andres for the Atlanta Journal Constitution)

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Baseball fans overlook the galleria floor during the Capital One All-Star Village opening at Cobb Galleria in Atlanta on Saturday, July 12, 2025. (Abbey Cutrer / AJC)
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Credit: abbey.cutrer@ajc.com

PHOTOS: All-Star Village draws baseball fans in Atlanta

Fans embraced all things baseball as the All-Star Village for opened for All-Star Game activities.

The Atlanta Braves select short stop and outfielder, Tate Southisene, in the 22nd pick of the 2025 MLB Draft Sunday, July 13, 2025 at the Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta. (Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
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Credit: Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution

PHOTOS: MLB Draft held at the Coca-Cola Roxy

Major League Baseball held its annual amateur draft on Sunday at the Coca-Cola Roxy. With its first-round pick, the Braves selected shortstop Tate Southisene.

Braves mascot Blooper jumps the gun at  the start of the MLB All-Star 4.4 Miler in Atlanta on Sunday, July 13, 2025.   Ben Gray for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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Credit: Ben Gray for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution

PHOTOS: Runners pay tribute to Hank Aaron

Runners hit the streets of Atlanta a MLB 4.4-mile tribute for Braves legend Hank Aaron near the locaton of homerun record.

 Atlanta rapper Quavo reacts after being surprised with a special gift by Derek Schiller, President & CEO of the Atlanta Braves, with the Atlanta Braves  2021 championship ring during the MLB All-Star Celebrity Game at Truist Park on Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Atlanta.
(Miguel Martinez/ AJC)
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Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez

PHOTOS: Celebrities hit the field for Softball at Truist ParK

Recognizeable Atlanta faces joined other celebrities for the Celebrity Softball Game that is a part of All-Star celebrations at Truist Park on Saturday.

National League head coach Chipper Jones greets fans after being recognized during the MLB All-Star Futures Game at Truist Park on Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Atlanta.
(Miguel Martinez/ AJC)
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Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez

PHOTOS: MLB All-Star Futures Game at Truist Park

Major League Baseball's All-Star Futures Game was held Saturday at Truist Park, featuring the next generation of stars from the minor leagues.

National League players celebrate their win over American League during HBCU Swingman Classic at Truist Park, Tuesday, July 11, 2025, in Atlanta. National League won 7-4 over American League. (Hyosub Shin / AJC)
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Credit: HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

PHOTOS: 2025 HBCU Swingman Classic

HBCU Swingman Classic at Truist Park brings together 50 top players for a night of baseball and celebration on Friday, July 11.

Tia Fisher poses wearing her home-bedazzled hat in line at Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter concert in Atlanta on Thursday, July 10, 2025. (Olivia Bowdoin for the AJC)
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Credit: Olivia Bowdoin

PHOTOS: Beyoncé fans arrive for 4-night Atlanta Cowboy Carter Tour stop

Beyoncé fans showed out in full force for the Cowboy Carter Tour at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Baseballs hang from the ceiling in the Capital One All-Star Village at Cobb Galleria in Cobb County, GA, on Thursday, July 10, 2025. (Abbey Cutrer / AJC)
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Credit: abbey.cutrer@ajc.com

PHOTOS: Putting final touches on All-Star Village for MLB fans in Atlanta

Media and special youth guests got a behind-the-scenes of the All-Star Village on Thursday as final preparation were being made for the fan experience at Cobb Galleria.