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Decade-Long Losing Streak Ends, 63-56

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Thursday, January 14. 2010
California wasn’t the only place where the earth shook Saturday night. Basketball fans at the CHS gym felt the earth move as well as the Tigers basketball team broke a decade-long, 21-game losing streak to Jefferson. The 63-56 overtime victory played in front of a packed house gave the Tigers their first win over Jefferson since January 28, ... [Full Story »] 

Mat Tigers Ring In New Year As Runner-Up

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Friday, January 8. 2010
Commerce wrestlers started the new year with a second-place finish at the Amicalola Classic. The Tigers were among 20 teams attending the annual New Year’s wrestling meet at Dawson County. The tough tournament brackets featured several ranked AA, AAA and AAAA teams, according to coach Kendall Love. “I was proud of the guys for getting ... [Full Story »] 

Mat Eagles Prepare For Region Duals

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Friday, January 8. 2010
Four East Jackson wrestlers placed in tournament play recently at Walnut Grove. East Jackson placed eighth in the tournament, scoring 134 points. Tournament champion Gordon Lee had 269.5 points. "We are a little behind, we haven't done well in our other tournaments or duals, but we keep getting better each match,” said coach Randy Hill. “We ... [Full Story »] 

Lady Eagles Take Aim At Fannin

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Thursday, January 7. 2010
The East Jackson Lady Eagles played in the Sweet South Classic in Morgan County last week, picking up a win against Burke County in the process. The Lady Eagles will host region rival Fannin County on Friday night as they continue to look for their first region victory of the season. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. The pairing with Social ... [Full Story »] 

Tigers End 2009 With Win, Jefferson Ahead Sat.

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Thursday, January 7. 2010
Following a few days off and a win over Jackson County, the Commerce Tigers are ready to get back on the basketball court this weekend. Coming up for the Tigers is a region contest against Lakeview Academy on Friday. The Tigers will face the Lions on the road following the girls’ game at 7:00 p.m. On Saturday, the Tigers look for bragging ... [Full Story »] 

2009 Sports in Retrospect

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Wednesday, December 30. 2009
Looking back on 2009, with its many surprises, triumphs and disappoints, there are several moments from the past year that sports fans will remember. Whether it was on a field, court or a mat, the Commerce, East Jackson and community recreation athletes spent 2009 looking for victory across the board. Some would find it, while others look ... [Full Story »] 

Tigers Take Fourth In Tourney

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Friday, December 25. 2009
The Commerce Tiger boys’ basketball team enters the Christmas break with a fourth-place finish in the third annual Community Bank and Trust Holiday Classic at Piedmont College last weekend. The Tigers take on Jackson County Monday, Dec. 28, at 4:30 p.m. Commerce restarts the basketball season in the new year, as the Tigers face Social Circle ... [Full Story »] 

Lady Eagles Fall To Dawson, Jackson Co.

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Thursday, December 24. 2009
The East Jackson Lady Eagles had hoped to enter the Christmas break on a high note, but it didn’t work out that way as they fell first to Dawson County then to Jackson County over the weekend. The Eagles will travel to Morgan County for the Sweet South Classic tournament Dec. 28-30. East Jackson will open against Social Circle on Dec. 28 at ... [Full Story »] 

Lady Tigers Gain First Win

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Thursday, December 24. 2009
The Lady Tigers picked up their first win this weekend, placing fourth in the Community Bank and Trust Holiday Classic. Commerce’s girls defeated Oglethorpe County in the opening round of the third annual tournament, hosted by Piedmont College. Out of eight teams, Commerce finished fourth after opening with a win over Oglethorpe and falling ... [Full Story »] 

East Jackson Defeats Dawson County

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Wednesday, December 23. 2009
The East Jackson Eagles split their last two games prior to the Christmas break, picking up with a win over Dawson County before coming up just short in a game against Jackson County. Up next is a trip to Morgan County for the Sweet South Classic tournament Dec. 28-30. The Eagles will open tournament play on Dec. 28 against Luella. The weekend ... [Full Story »] 
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