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Elbert County Blue Devil Football Spring Game 05/10/2012
This past Thursday night The Granite Bowl held The Blue Devil's Spring Blue vs White contest. Although a fraction of the returning star players did not participate, a great deal of athletic talent was put on display. Blue maintained a lead throughout the game that eventually lead to their victory. Ultimately Blue triumphed over White 20-13. Some transcending talent from the Blue Devil basketball squad took place including a rushing touchdown from Randy Jones and a stellar jumping catch from Terrell Hughes.
The 2012 season looks very promising for The Blue Devils.
Diamond Devil Season Comes to a Close 05/04/2012
After receiving the number four seed in the state playoffs, Elbert County traveled to Calhoun, GA to face the 16-5 Yellow Jackets. Coach Bruce Evans called upon Trenton Allen as the starting pitcher for the first game of the double header.
In game one Calhoun put 4 runs on the board in their opening at bat by way of an RBI single and a 3-run shot by the Yellow Jackets' star center fielder. Avery White knocked a 3-run homer of his own in the 2nd putting The Devils within one. However, Calhoun added 5 more runs in the bottom half of that inning to gain control. Trenton Allen hit a solo home run in the 3rd and it would be the last of Elbert's offense. The Jackets put the nail on the coffin in the 3rd with another RBI single and grand slam increasing their lead to 10.
The Devils were run ruled after the 5th. Calhoun defeated Elbert in game one 15-4. Elbert did out hit The Jackets 9 to 8, but committed 5 errors in the process. Avery White was named the Sports Connection Player of the Game. White went 2-3 with 3 RBIs.
White took the mound for the second game where the teams switched sides and Elbert became the home team. The Devils lead the contest 1-0 through three innings before Calhoun had an unorthodox 4th inning. The Jackets took the lead 7-1 before Elbert came to the plate and fought back to come within one. In the 5th DJ Johnson picked up his third RBI and tied the game up. After Calhoun scored one in the 6th and five more in the 7th, The Devils were unable to overcome the six run deficit.
Elbert lost the heartbreaking second game of the double header and unfortunately wrapped up their season. Final score: 13-7, Calhoun. DJ Johnson was named the Sports Connection Player of the Game. Johnson went 2-3 with 3 RBIs and a walk.
The Diamond Devils had an amazing season to say the least. Baseball now comes to an end, and although we say goodbye to a good fraction of our roster, next year will be the opportunity for all the underclassmen to shine and show the fans what it means to wear the blue and white.
Tigers' season comes to end on a sweep to Commerce 04/30/2012
GAME 1
The Tigers of Washington-Wilkes hit the road for the first round of the 7A region tournament to take on the Commerce Tigers.
Commerce jumped out front in the bottom of the first inning by scoring two quick runs, and would add on two more runs in the bottom of the second inning to gain a 4-0 lead over the Tigers. The Tigers had a rally going in the top of the third picking up three hits, but were unable to drive any runners in after a huge double play by Commerce earlier in the inning. The Tigers would finally get on the board in the top of the fourth inning by picking up a single run, but Commerce would answer get that run right back in the bottom half of the inning, and that would conclude the scoring for the ball game as the Tigers of Commerce would get the win with a final score of 5-1.
The Palmer Equipment Players of the Game were Brian Hardigree and David Martin.
GAME 2
Game two for the Tigers of Washington-Wilkes couldn’t have gotten off to a better start, as the Tigers held Commerce scoreless through the first two innings, but were un able to score themselves during those same two innings. Commerce tacked on two runs through the third and fourth innings. However, it was the top of the fifth inning that proved to be detrimental to the Tigers as Commerce scored 10 runs in the top half of the fifth inning. The Tigers could not score the three runs needed to continue the game past the fifth inning, and the Tigers season comes to an end on a 10-1 loss to Commerce in game two of the first round of the region tournament.
With the loss the Tigers’ baseball season comes to an end.
Diamond Devils Head to State with Number 4 Seed 04/27/2012
With the imminent storm clouds approaching the field, The Elbert County Diamond Devils prepared themselves for their last game of the region tournament. With Trenton Allen on the mound, the visiting Jefferson Dragons looked to put Elbert away early.
The Devils played nearly six innings of baseball before lightning struck and the delay began. Elbert was unable to produce any runs before the contest had to be called. The Dragons defeated The Devils by a final score of 2-0. Unfortunately, the Devils did have runners threatening to score before the storm began as their efforts proved to be futile. With this loss, Elbert receives the 4th seed in the AA state championship.
The exact time for first pitch has yet to be determined. However, what is certain is that the first game will be played next Friday, May 4th. Don't forget to catch the live action on 1400AM/96.5FM and online at wsgcradio.com.
Tigers close out regular season against Aquinas 04/27/2012
The Tigers of Washington-Wilkes took a trip to the Augusta area to finish out the regular season agains the Fighting Irish of Aquinas.
The Tigers jumped out all over their opponent in the first two inning amassing a 5-1 lead after the second inning. The bottom of the third inning, however, resulted in Aquinas closing the game to just one as they tacked on three more runs to close the deficit down to one heading into the top of the fourth. That would be all the scoring that Aquinas could muster in the ball game as the Tigers added on three more runs to close out the game with a victory by a score of 8-4.
Brian Hardigree was named the Palmer Equipment Player of the Game, going three for three with four RBI's on the night. Next up for the Tigers is a trip over to Commerce, GA for the first round of the 7A region tournament, which will take place on Monday and will consist of a double header. If the teams split those games; the next game will be played on Tuesday at 5:00pm! Tune into 105.3 WSGC for all of your Tiger baseball action!
Elbert County Miss Region Championship - Diamond Devil Baseball Results 04/24/2012
This past Tuesday night The Elbert County Diamond Devils entered a pressure filled situation in their third straight game against Hart County. Monday night, The Devils pushed The Bulldogs to game three to settle the tie breaker after winning the second game of the double header. Unfortunately, Elbert failed to find any rhythm on the offensive end.
The Bulldogs ran up the score on The Devils through five innings before being run ruled. The Diamond Devils are known for usually fielding a very clean game, but it was the six errors that Elbert committed that eventually led to their loss. Hart defeated Elbert 11-1.
Trenton Allen was named the Sports Connection Player of the Game. Allen picked up two hits and was walked once.
As Hart County faces North Oconee for the region championship, The Diamond Devils take home field advantage once again against the Jefferson Dragons. The Devils will be playing for the number three seed in the state championship. The time of first pitch is set for 5:55. Catch all the live action on 1400AM/96.5FM and online at wsgcradio.com.
Diamond Devils Push Bulldogs to Game 3 - Region Playoff Results 04/23/2012
The Diamond Devils had a very successful home stand in round one of the region playoffs last Thursday as they defeated Union County in both games of their double header.
This past Monday night, The Elbert County Diamond Devils once again had a double header from Diamond Devil field. This time, their opponent: The Hart County Bulldogs.
Game 1
Coach Evans started Avery White on the mound. However, Avery found his contributions to be more utilized in his batting in game one. The Bulldogs picked up 2 runs in the 1st inning by way of an RBI double and single. In the bottom half of that inning DJ Johnson gave Elbert its only run with a two out RBI single. Hart added one run in the 2nd and one more in the 4th. Jacob Smith came in for Avery in the 4th and Wesley Dunn got his chance to throw some pitches in the 7th.
Elbert fell in defeat to Hart County by a final score of 4-1.
Avery White was named the Sports Connection Player of the Game. White went 3-4.
Game 2
The Diamond Devils looked like the team they’ve proved to be all year in the second game of the double header. Coach Evans selected Trenton Allen as the starting pitcher for the second contest against Hart County. Hunter Blackmon gave Elbert their first run in their opening at bat with an RBI single. Later, Brett Mills crossed home plate during a throw down to second. Hart cut Elbert’s lead in half in the 2nd with a run of their own. The Devil’s next at bat proved to be one of their most productive innings to date.
Elbert accrued six runs including RBI singles from Jacob Smith, Avery White, and Brett Mills. Elbert had a very comfortable lead of 8-1 before The Bulldogs cut the lead down once again. In retaliation, a Hart County batter hit a grand slam followed by an RBI single before three outs were recorded. Both Elbert and Hart scored for the last time in the 6th, but again, Elbert scored one more.
The Diamond Devils defeated Hart in game two 10-7.
Sophomore Caleb Norman was named the Sports Connection Player of the Game. Norman saved the Devils some devastating Hart County offense with two miraculous catches.
The tie breaker to determine who plays in the region tournament will take place Tuesday at 5:55 from Diamond Devil field. Be sure to tune in to 1400AM/96.5FM and catch all the live action! Of course, you can always listen in at wsgcradioradio.com. Diamond Devil Region Playoffs Results Against Union County - Game 2 04/19/2012
In game two of this region playoff series the Diamond Devils played the role of the "visiting" team despite actually playing at Diamond Devils field.
Game two proved to be an offensive showing for the Diamond Devils as they jumped out to a 10-2 lead over the course of three and one half innings played. Union County would try to chip back at the lead by adding two runs in the bottom of the fifth inning, but the Diamond Devils added on a couple of insurance runs in the top of the seventh inning making the score 13-4. That score would hold true for the Diamond Devils as they pick up a convincing sweep in the first round of the region tournamnet against the Union County Panthers! Final score once 13-4 in favor of Elbert County!
Hunter Blackmon was named the Sports Connection Player of the Game for game 2! Next up for the Diamond Devils is another best of three series taking place on Monday. Time, Opponent, and Venue will be determined later.
Diamond Devil Region Playoffs Results Against Union County - Game 1 04/19/2012
After moving The (17-2) Diamond Devils' double header home stand to Thursday, Coach Evans started Jacob Smith against the (11-8) Union County Panthers.
DJ Johnson gave The Diamond Devils their first run in the bottom half of the 1st inning with an RBI double. With Smith remaining very consistent from the mound, Elbert held their one run lead through 5 innings. In the 6th, Elbert added two more including an RBI by Alex Fernandez and Hunter Blackmon walking across the plate with the bases juiced. Brett Mills came in to relieve Smith in the 7th before Elbert picked up the first game by a final score of 3-0.
Both DJ Johnson and Jacob Smith were named the Sports Connection Players of the Game. Johnson went 3-3 with an RBI. Smith went 1-2 with an RBI and picked up 11 strikeouts allowing only 4 hits.
Elbert County Diamond Devils Baseball Game Rescheduled 04/18/2012
The Elbert County Diamond Devils doubleheader scheduled for today, Wednesday, April 18 has been rescheduled, because of the weather, to Thursday. April 19 at 4:00 pm. The second game in the doubleheader will start approximately 30 minutes after the first game is over. Everyone come out and support out Diamond Devils as they play in the first round of region play! Tigers snag win on the road against Georgia Military 04/17/2012
The Tigers of Washington-Wilkes hit the road this past Tuesday evening to take on the Georgia Military Bulldogs down in Milledgeville, GA.
The Tigers drew first blood very early on in the top half of the very first inning by picking up a single run. That one run would be all the offense that the Tiger's Trey McAvoy would need as he did not allow a single run to be scored the entire game. Final score 1-0 in favor of the Washington-Wilkes Tigers. With the win the TIgers improve to 7-14 overall and to 4-4 in the region!
Trey McAvoy was named the Palmer Equipment Player of the Game! Next up for the Tigers is another road trip on the 24th of April against Wilkinson County! Tune into 105.3 WSGC for all of the action!
Diamond Devils Send Bulldogs Packing After Senior Night Victory 04/13/2012
The Elbert County Diamond Devils picked up a nice win in the unfriendly confines of The Bulldogs home field in Hart County Wednesday night. This past Friday they returned to Elberton looking to turn the pressure right back on Hart.
Trenton Allen pitched most of the game for Elbert and also had an outstanding showing from the plate. Allen gave Elbert the lead in the 1st inning with a 2 RBI hit to put The Diamond Devils up 2-0 early on. Later in the 3rd, Elbert scored two more before unloading their offense in the 4th. Their 4th inning productivity included and RBI sinlge by Brett Mills where he later crossed the plate while The Bulldogs' catcher searched for a passed ball. Hart barely cut into Elbert's lead in the 4th with one run that would be their only for the contest. Allen picked up an RBI double in the 6th to put The Devils up 8-1. Mills came in for Allen in the 7th to close things out in style with a game ending strikeout.
Elbert defeated Hart by a final score of 8-1.
Hunter Blackmon was named the Sports Connection Player of the Game. Blackmon went 3-3 and came around to score each of the times he was on base.
Elbert concluded the regular season with a (17-2) overall record. The Diamond Devils secured the number two seed in the region playoffs and are set to play next Wednesday. The time and opponent is yet to be determined. Be sure to catch all the live action on 1400AM/96.5FM and online at wsgcradio.com. Diamond devils pick up win against hart 04/11/2012
The Diamond Devils hit the road this past Wednesday night to take on arch rival Hart County in a key region contest for the Blue Devils.
Hart County took an early 2-0 lead in the bottom of the 1st inning, but the Blue Devils would tie the game back up the top of the 2nd inning. The Blue Devils added four more runs over the course of the third and fourth innings giving them a 6-2 lead. Hart County chipped at the Blue Devil lead over the fifth and sixth innings, but still came up short in the end as the Blue Devils held off the charge from Hart County. Final score 6-4 in favor of the Blue Devils!
Trenton Allen was named the Sports Connection player of the game.
Diamond Devils More Than Ready For Hart County Post Sweeping Jefferson 04/09/2012
The Elbert County Diamond Devils picked up the first game to The Jefferson Dragons last Friday by a final score of 3-2. That contest may have misled fans to think that The Devils wouldn't be able to beat The Dragons by much more in the second game. However, The Diamond Devil's all around great performance in Jefferson this past Monday night proves that they mean business.
Coach Bruce Evans started Trenton Allen on the mound. Allen found some trouble early before Jacob Smith came in relief in the 3rd inning. Smith pitched the majority of the game. Elbert pulled ahead in the 2nd inning with an RBI by smith that scored Tyler McKellar. In the 4th, The Diamond Devils proceeded to open things up some. The Devils added three runs to their lead including an RBI single a piece by Hunter Blackmon and Avery White. The Devils put the game out of reach in the 6th with two more runs including Coach Evans' trademark move of sending the runner on third home during another base runner's steal attempt. Later that inning, DJ Johnson delivered the cushioning RBI single to put Elbert up 7-0. Brett Mills closed the game out in the 7th after a Jefferson batter hit a 2-run HR off of Smith. The Devils picked up the W on the road by a final score of 7-2.
Sophomore Bryce Lunsford was named the Sports Connection Player of the Game for his stellar all-around play and contributions to the team's victory. This included two gold glove worthy plays in the infield and a perfectly placed drag bunt that put himself on 1st.
The Hart County Bulldogs are now in The Diamond Devil's sights. The Bulldogs represent the last two games of the regular season for the (15-2) Diamond Devils. Elbert will meet Hart in Hart County Wednesday at 5:55. Catch the live action on 1400AM/96.5FM and online at wsgcradio.com.
Diamond Devils Earn First Victory to Region Foe Jefferson 04/06/2012
This past Friday night The Elbert County Diamond Devils faced their worthy region advesaries from Jefferson. Elbert entered the contest with their solid (6-2) region record to The Dragons (5-3) record. Avery White delivered the ball from the mound and pitched one of the better games of the season for The Diamond Devils.
Elbert started strong by way of 3 runs in the 1st inning. This included an RBI single from DJ Johnson, Brett Mills stealing home during a throwdown to 2nd, and an RBI from Trenton Allen. The Devils held The Dragons scoreless through six innings. However, Elbert failed to score any more runs for the rest of the contest. Avery White pitched a no hitter through the first out in the 7th before Jacob Smith came in for relief. Smith secured the victory for The Devils, but not before Jefferson came within one of the tying run.
The Diamond Devils defeated Jefferson by a final score of 3-2.
Trenton Allen was named the Sports Connection Player of the Game. Allen went 3-3 with an RBI.
Next Monday night at 5:55 The Diamond Devils will hit the road to face Jefferson once more. Tune in to the live action on 1400AM/96.5FM or online at wsgcradio.com. We're drawing closer to end of the season where each game becomes more and more crucial. Don't be afraid to come out and support your now (14-2) Elbert County Diamond Devils!
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