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The News Observer Zechariah Prater (seated, middle) signed his letter of intent to run track at Charleston Southern School on April 12. He is surrounded by family, some from Hiwassee Dam.

The News Observer Zechariah Prater (seated, middle) signed his letter of intent to run track at Charleston Southern School on April 12. He is surrounded by family, some from Hiwassee Dam.

Zechariah Prater runs into Division I track

Body Blue Ridge, Ga. – Zechariah “Zech” Prater’s family, friends and coaches gathered at the Fannin County High School cafeteria on April 12 to witness Prater signing his letter of inte
Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Autumn Kamaras of Hiwassee Dam serves the ball against Cherokee on Sept. 17.

Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Autumn Kamaras of Hiwassee Dam serves the ball against Cherokee on Sept. 17.

Lady Eagles soar against Lady Dogs

Body The Hiwassee Dam and Murphy varsity volleyball teams kicked off their week with an in-county rivalry match.
Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Tyler Payne of Murphy passes the ball ahead in their match against Highlands on Sept. 18.

Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Tyler Payne of Murphy passes the ball ahead in their match against Highlands on Sept. 18.

Andrews, Murphy earn wins

Body Wildcats get first win of the season; Tri-County drops 2 in conference matches
Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Andrews quarterback Everett Tatham runs the ball against Hayesville on Sept. 6.

Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Andrews quarterback Everett Tatham runs the ball against Hayesville on Sept. 6.

Wildcats back in the win column

Body Andrews gets shutout win on the road Friday
Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Murphy quarterback Brady Grant hands the ball off to Cameron Clem on Friday night.

Cannon Crompton/sports@cherokeescout.com Murphy quarterback Brady Grant hands the ball off to Cameron Clem on Friday night.

Dogs get big win at home

Body Bulldogs celebrate homecoming by beating Greenville Hurricanes 65-20