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The East Hall girls volleyball team held off Ringgold in a tough five-set match Wednesday to advance to the second round of the Class AAA state playoffs at home.

North Hall advanced to the second round of the Class AAAA girls state volleyball playoffs Wednesday.

Other than East Hall and North Hall, Buford was the only other area volleyball team to advance Wednesday in the first round of the state playoffs.

With more dominant defense, an opportunistic offense that plated two runs in the first inning and a bullpen that shut down the Baltimore Orioles once again, Greg Holland and the Kansas City Royals wrapped up a sweep of the AL Championship Series with a 2-1 victory on Wednesday.

Finishing strong is the ultimate goal for any football player. It shows you're better conditioned and mentally tougher than your opponent. For the Falcons, it's been an elusive target.

While the Braves' search for a new general manager continues, a new management team already is taking shape.

Coach Emi Hughes sets a simple target for North Hall volleyball each season...

EASTABOGA, AL

Todd Gurley darted around the orange cones, cutting from side to side while an assistant coach barked instructions, taking on the agility drill like it was just another day at practice.

Seven homes games including league contests with South Carolina, Alabama, Missouri, and Kentucky highlight the 2015 University of Georgia football schedule released Tuesday night by the Southeastern Conference during the SEC Now program on the SEC Network.