Area Sports

    The Appling County Pirates hosted the Swainsboro High School Tigers in their home opener at Jimmy Swain Stadium. There was a good crowd for the home opener, but after a hard fight with a good Swainsboro team, the Pirates fell short, losing 0-14.   There was no score at all during the first…

Last Week, both the Lady Pirates Volleyball team and the Lady Pirates Softball Team held Teacher Appreciation Night at their home games. The volleyball team held its night on Tuesday, where their three seniors chose teachers who made a big impact in their lives.   The Softball team held theirs on Thursday, where the entire…

On Friday, August 29, the Appling County High School Pirates traveled to Wayne County to take on their rivals, the Yellow Jackets. The Pirates were victorious over the Yellow Jackets with a score of 38-26. The Pirates’ run game was the key to their victory as they racked up 276 yards and four touchdowns on…

The Appling County High School Lady Pirates Softball team is off to a hot start this season. The Lady Pirates are currently 3-1 on the season with their one loss coming from Glynn Academy out of Brunswick in a 2-1 game. The three games that they have won this season came against Pinewood Christian High…

The ACHS Lady Pirate Volleyball team had a great week. On August 19, the Lady Pirates came away with wins against Brantley and Wayne Counties with scores for both matches at 2-0. On August 21, the team came within a single set of losing the streak, but they still managed to secure a 2-1 win…

On Friday, August 15, the Appling County High School Pirates Football team travelled to Waycross to take on the Ware County Gators football team. The Pirates started out strong only being down 12-7 going into halftime, but the 4A Gators overwhelmed the AA Pirates and pulled away with a final score of 55-7. The Gators…

Baxley Fire Department (BFD) takes home the gold again, winning the 3rd Annual Battle of the Badges against Appling Fire Department, Appling Sheriff Department, Baxley Police Department, Appling ITF, and Plant Hatch. Three years, three titles — the streak is alive! A big thank you to Christ Community Church of Appling County for hosting this…

The Appling County Board of Commissioners held a Summer Sports recognition for the county Recreation Department during the regular meeting on Tuesday, August 5. The following teams and athletes were recognized for winning the 2025 State Championship in their respective sports. Track – Bubba Green 14u Shot Put – Jericho Wright 10u Standing Long Jump…