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Rams miss out on playoffs
Newton put everything it had into its final game of the 2013 season, but at times it was too much.
Newton falls in all-star game
The Rockdale all-stars shined the brightest in the annual Newton County vs. Rockdale County game at Rockdale High's gym Thursday.
Newton track tops Region 2-AAAAAA
The Newton boys' track team won Region 2-AAAAAA and the girls' finished second in a continuation of strong performances by both Rams teams.
Banks named Newton football coach
Terrance Banks is Newton High's newest head football coach.
America's pastime
As the 2013 baseball season began Sunday and Opening Day kicked off at Turner Field in Atlanta Monday, it's not only time for peanuts and Cracker Jacks but also for the crack of the bat, the smell of the leather and the trading of baseball cards.
Young Lady Rams win 2 straight
Gizelle Ferguson and Precious Buddington led Newton's girls soccer team to a 3-1 victory over Rockdale on Friday.
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Stephenson hands Newton girls first region loss
With two region wins in their back pockets, the Lady Rams liked their chances at a third and the upset over Stephenson Tuesday. Then the two teams hit the floor and reality sunk in.
Sense of normalcy
The Rams may have found their groove. All it took was a game against Stephenson. After three losses by a combined six points, Newton pounded the Jaguars 50-31 Tuesday for its second straight win. The Rams defeated Walnut Grove Saturday. Newton's win was also its seventh straight over its region rival. The Rams and Jaguars have met in each the past two region title games with Newton winning both. They also swept Stephenson in each ...
Foiled again
The legend of Newton guard Stephen Croone is growing by the game. Unfortunately for the Rams, they have yet to capitalize on his newfound penchant for dramatics. For the second time in a span of less than a week, Croone rallied Newton back and nailed a deep 3-pointer at the buzzer to force overtime. But like the first time, the Rams were unable to complete the comeback and fell 48-46 to Langston Hughes in ...
Lady Rams cruise to 2-0 in region play
Newton's girls are off to their best start in six years after a 61-40 win over Langston Hughes Friday. Their win moved them to 2-0 in Region 2-AAAAA and 3-1, equaling their start to the 2006-07 – the season first under head coach Tiffani Johnson.
Ram rookie plays like a seasoned vet
Rashard Cabane showed toughness in first start as a varsity Ram. He also showed enough to earn The Covington News Athlete of the Week Cabane had 13 points and 12 rebounds for his first career double-double in helping the Rams to a 55-46 win over Walnut Grove in Newton's season opener last week. Cabane also had , two assists, a steal, and one block in the win. "It feels good because I have ...
Who's got next?
For the past two seasons, no team has been better in the county - in its region for that matter, than Newton's boys. The Rams are the reigning two-time Region 2-AAAAA champions and compiled a 33-1 region record since 2009. In short, they've been atop the mountain for a while. But things will look a lot different this year.
Somber Win
Newton survived four overtimes to beat region opponent Luella High School Lions 36-30 on senior night at Homer Sharp Stadium Friday. Unfortunately, the win wasn't enough to propel them to the playoffs.
Rams face must-win to keep playoffs hopes alive
Two weeks ago, the Rams' playoff hopes were left for dead. Four straight losses to open Region 2-AAAAA had taken care of that. With one game remaining, not only have Newton's postseason chances been resuscitated, they're very much alive.
Friday night lights will be ultra bright this week
If you like high school football, you're going to love Friday's slate of games. It will be perhaps the single-most important night of high school football Newton County has ever seen. For the first time since the county has had three high schools, each team's season finale carries significant weight. Newton - 2-AAAAA 2-4, 5-4 (fifth) <span style="font-size: ...
Rams win, inch closer to playoffs
Two weeks ago, the Rams were an afterthought to make the state playoffs and it looked like Alcovy of all teams was going to be the county's lone playoff team. Now, it's entirely possible they could be the third county team to play an 11th game.
Seizing opportunity
The last time we saw Demetrius McCray and Justin Wray on the field together, they were engaged in one of the best high school football games the county has ever seen. Then again, Appalachian State University football fans get to see the duo play together every Saturday. Or at least they will next year.
Rams top Westlake, pick up first region win
Newton finally earned its first region win while snapping its four-game losing streak Saturday with a 35-14 win over Westlake. The Rams forced five turnovers and the offense had its most complete game of the season in the process.
She's got game
Newton basketball has a rich tradition. The boys' team won the state championship in 1964 and legendary coach Ron Bradley guided his team to a state-record 129-game home winning streak spanning a nine-year period. More recently, the Rams have won two region championships and made it to the Class AAAAA Final Four in 2010.
Newton out after Lowndes sweep
VALDOSTA - The Vikettes swept Newton in the first round of the Class AAAAA state playoffs on Wednesday at the Morris-Coats Field of Dreams. They beat Newton 6-1 in the first game and 9-1 in the second.
For openers
Two of the three county softball teams made the postseason after earning one of the four available slots in their respective region tournaments. Newton travels to Valdosta to play Region 1-AAAAA champion Lowndes while Eastside opens up the Class AAA playoffs hosting Harlem.
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