No. 8 Nighthawks race past Auburn Montgomery
News April 11, 2019
DAHLONEGA, Ga. — From a quick double in the bottom of the first to a homerun in the sixth inning, Crews Taylor led the No. 8 University of North Georgia baseball team on a comfortable track to close out Auburn Montgomery with a final score of 9-2.
Wednesday night’s matchup was all UNG as the Warhawks went scoreless for four innings until finally securing their place on the board in the fifth inning.
AUM had several close windows to cut the lead, leaving players on third base in back-to-back innings. After two Warhawk runs in the fifth inning, the Nighthawks responded with two runs of their own in order to stretch the lead to 7-2. North Georgia continued to push the pressure late in the game. AUM managed to load the bases in the top of the ninth in a last attempt to cut the lead, but came up short.
NOTES
UNG incorporated seven different pitchers into Wednesday’s game with Kyle Luigs (2-0) earning the win with two innings of work.
Taylor finished the day a triple short of the cycle, going 3-for-5 at the plate. Bill LeRoy also went 3-for-5 with three singles.
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North Georgia will hit the road this weekend, starting with a Friday showdown against UNC Pembroke at 6 p.m.
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Four UNG students named Critical Language Scholarship finalists
Community, News March 22, 2019
DAHLONEGA, GA
When University of North Georgia (UNG) freshman Daniel Shearer first learned he was a semifinalist for the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS), he was reluctant to celebrate. The member of UNG’s Corps of Cadets was excited, but he wasn’t a finalist — until now. “I feel very fortunate to have won,” he said. “I honestly didn’t have high expectations, but I am glad.”
Shearer and three other UNG students were glad to learn March 1 that they were selected as CLS finalists. The scholarship program is a fully-funded overseas language and cultural immersion program for American undergraduate and graduate students. Its goal is to broaden the base of Americans studying and mastering critical languages and building relationships between the people of the United States and other countries.
Out of UNG’s eight semifinalists announced in January, the four finalists are:
- Shearer, who is pursuing a degree in East Asian studies with a concentration in Japanese studies and a minor in leadership, will be in Japan.
- Josh Shepherd, who is pursuing a degree in Chinese and a minor in Spanish, will be in China.
- Donnie “Jamar” Shumaker, who is pursuing a degree in East Asian studies with a concentration in Chinese and a minor in Chinese language and culture, will be in China.
- Rachel Wilson, who is pursuing a degree in finance and a minor in Chinese, will be in China.
Of the remaining semifinalists, all four were named alternates. They are:
- Daniel Barker, who is pursuing a degree in mathematics and a minor in Russian.
- Hannah Chisholm, who is pursuing a degree in communications with a concentration in multimedia journalism and a minor in Korean.
- Leah James, a member of the Corps of Cadets who is pursuing a degree in nursing and a minor in Arabic.
- Julia “Rhiannon” Smith, who is pursuing degrees in psychology and modern languages with a concentration in Russian.
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, CLS is highly competitive, with acceptance rates of 10 percent, said Dr. Victoria Hightower, UNG’s assistant director of Nationally Competitive Scholarships. This makes UNG’s accomplishment of four finalists and four alternates significant.
“UNG’s four finalists and four alternates reflect our commitment to cultivating academically talented global leaders,” Dr. Anastasia Lin, assistant vice president for research and engagement at UNG. “This also indicates UNG’s prowess in teaching critical languages.”
Hightower, associate professor of history, agreed.
“In addition to our students’ qualities of determination, perseverance, and persistence, this success also reflects the encouragement they receive from their mentors throughout the university,” she said.
The four finalists and four alternates also mark an increase in UNG students selected. Last year, three were selected as finalists, and two were alternates. UNG had one finalist and one semifinalist for both 2016-17 and 2015-16 academic years.
Lin said more students are encouraged to apply to scholarships such as CLS after hearing of previous winners.
“I predict we will see more applications and winners in the future because of a growing commitment to scholarships on both the part of our students, faculty and staff,” she said.
Shearer, a freshman from Suwanee, Georgia, plans to use the study abroad experience as a springboard for his future.
“I intend to commission through UNG, and as I am pursuing a degree in East Asian studies, I would love to have a duty station over there,” he said, adding the CLS program will give him an advantage. “Through this scholarship, I will have a greater fluency in Japanese through immersion in the culture that comes through living and working there.”
Students interested in learning more about nationally competitive scholarships should contact [email protected] for more information. Students wanting to learn about funding and programs to study abroad may visit the Center for Global Engagement website.
UNG Men’s tennis blanks Northwood to start spring break trip
Team FYN Sports, University of North Georgia March 11, 2019
ORLANDO — Kicking off their Spring Break, the University of North Georgia men’s tennis team comfortably put away Northwood University. The match was held at the USTA national facility, and proved an easy day out for the Nighthawks.
Playing the match to clinch, No. 1 and No. 2 doubles secured the first point of the day for UNG, with Niklas Zielen and Jess Jones winning the decisive match, 6-3. Zach Waldow and Kevin Candido also won by the same scoreline.
Singles became a quick affair for the Nighthawks; Jess Jones and Ryan Gaskin led the team with quick straight set wins. Gaskin finished first at No. 3 singles, coming through, 6-1, 6-2, and Jones swiftly followed, 6-1, 6-1. Timothy Kiehl then clinched the match at No. 6 singles; his first of the season. After falling behind early, Kiehl rallied to take a tight first set, 7-5, and went on to win the second setm 6-4.
UNG returns to the courts on Tuesday, where they will battle Texas-Tyler at the National Campus once again. First serve is set for 3 p.m.
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UNG men’s tennis defeats No. 13 Georgia College, 5-2
Team FYN Sports March 8, 2019
3/7/2019
DAHLONEGA – The University of North Georgia men’s tennis team claimed a big Peach Belt Conference win Thursday as they took out No. 13 Georgia College at the UNG Tennis Complex at Yahoola Creek. UNG is now 7-1 on the season and 2-0 in league play.
The Nighthawks continued their dominance in doubles, winning at the No. 3 and No. 1 spots in convincing fashion. Niklas Zielen and Jess Jones won, 6-1, to remain unbeaten as a pair, and Ryan Gaskin and Hugues Renaud followed suit with a 6-0 win, their fourth 6-0 win of the season.
Singles proved to be more of a battle as the Bobcats came out fighting, and initially made things difficult for UNG. Jones lost at No. 1 singles, 2-6, 2-6, and the Nighthawks then went down 2-1 when Tim Kiehl dropped a line at No. 5 singles.
UNG came roaring back behind Renaud and Gaskin, who won at almost the exact same time: Renauld 6-2 in the third set, and Gaskin 7-5, 6-4. Jared Bones then clinched the match with a huge win at the No. 6 spot, coming through 7-5, 5-7, 6-0 and earning his first clinch of the year.
The Nighthawks will now travel to Orlando for a four-game road trip, starting with Northwood on Sunday.
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UNG softball throws no-hitters during Florida Tech Invitational
University of North Georgia February 25, 2019
LUMPKIN CO., GA
According to the University of North Georgia Athletics Department, No. 3 University of North Georgia softball team swept the final day of the Florida Tech Invitational, knocking off Lynn and Converse Sunday as sophomore, Kylee Smith, tossed a no-hitter in game one.
UNG freshman, Kaylee Womack, kicked off the scoring with a single that scored Hobby Gregory in the first inning. Hobby later hit a double that plated sophomore, Alishia Frierson, and UNG added another as Junior, Kelly Kahlert, sprinted home on a Knight error to make the score 3-0 in the fourth.
The Nighthawks doubled their lead in the second inning on a two-run blast by freshman, Adella Carver, before scoring the final two runs of the game in the fifth. Kahlert stole home after moving to third on a bunt by sophomore, Cheyanne Mosteller. Anthony pushed Mosteller across for the game’s final run on a double to left center.
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UNG junior breaks record for career steals-mark
University of North Georgia November 14, 2018
DAHLONEGA, GA
According to a press release from the University of North Georgia Athletics Department, Ephraim Tshimanga broke the UNG career steals-mark, as the University of North Georgia men’s basketball team earned its first win of the season over Erskine, 89-64.
Tshimanga had six steals on the night, breaking the record held by former UNG point-guard Travis Core, who now has 113 career steals.
North Georgia jumped out quickly against the Flying Fleet, scoring the first 11 points of the contest to take the lead for good. The Nighthawks led by as many as 31 points en route to the 25 point win.
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UNG enrollment grew by 5 percent in fall semester
News November 13, 2018
DAHLONEGA, Ga. – Officials with the University of North Georgia say 19,722 students are currently enrolled across all their campuses, an increase of 5 percent for the 2018 fall semester.
In a media release from the school it was pointed out that among Georgia’s public colleges and universities, UNG’s percentage increase is the third largest, just behind Middle Georgia State University at 6.3 percent.
“Our increasing enrollment and the demand for our programs reflect UNG’s consistent national recognition as one of the best values in higher education, as well as the commitment of our faculty and staff to educational excellence,” UNG President Bonita C. Jacobs said. “From dual enrollment to graduate programs, UNG is attracting highly qualified and extremely talented students at all levels.”
“While the University System of Georgia continues to see modest increases in enrollment, more students than ever are graduating from our institutions,” University System of Georgia Chancellor Steve Wrigley said. “The number of USG students annually earning degrees is up 21 percent since 2011 when the Complete College Georgia initiative related to college attainment launched. With this success, we remain committed to our goals of making college more affordable and accessible, finding greater opportunities to be more efficient and ensuring more Georgians enter the workforce with a college credential.”
Also, UNG had enrollment increases in graduate programs and the dual-enrollment program, which allows students to earn college credit while in high school.
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UNG women’s soccer seniors announced to All-Peach Belt Conference team
University of North Georgia November 6, 2018
AUGUSTA, Ga. –
According to the University of North Georgia Athletics Department, UNG women’s soccer seniors Renee VanHorn and Asa Thorsen were picked to the All-Peach Belt Conference First Team. The announcement was made at the tournament banquet on Thursday night.
Photo courtesy of UNG Athletics
VanHorn finished in fourth place in the league with 12 goals on the season. She added three assists as well to total 27 points. Six of her 12 goals were game winners.
Thorsen put two goals in the back of the net and assisted on three others this season as a key player in the midfield for the Nighthawks. VanHorn and Thorsen were two of just four players on UNG’s side to play and start in all 16 matches this season.
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Megan Sabol tied for third in top five finish
University of North Georgia October 10, 2018
LUMPKIN CO., GA
A press release from the University of North Georgia Athletics Department explained that UNG junior, Megan Sabol, is now tied for third place after the UNG women’s golf team finished in fifth place at the Patsy Rendleman Invitational at the Country Club of Salisbury held on Tuesday.
Sabol scored a one-under 71, and the Nighthawks broke the single round scoring record by eight strokes in the final round with a two-over 290.
Sabol’s two-under 142 put her in a tie for third and All-Tournament honors, as well as the second best 36-hole score in program history. She finished two strokes behind Lenoir-Rhyne’s Abbey Hartsell for the lead. Sabol finished with eight birdies in the event, including birdieing three of the four par fives on the course in the final round.
The Nighthawks posted a 596 in the event, which is the best 36-hole score in program history, beating the Battle at Old South result from earlier this season by five strokes.
Jordyn Sims also scored, with a two-under round of 70, which tied her for second all-time in a single round with Sabol and Karson Stone. Sims had three birdies in Tuesday’s round to improve 11 strokes from the first to the second round.
Connectability hosts Race For A Reason
Community September 10, 2018
DAHLONEGA, GA
Runners of all ages and abilities, along with a multitude of volunteers came together for Connectability’s Race For A Reason 5/10K in at Handock Park in Lumpkin County, GA on September 8.
Jon Crais and teammates cross the finish line
Jacquline Daniel founded the Dahlonega charity in 2001, with one goal: to serve adults and children with special needs and also provide support to their friends and families. According to Connectability’s website, Daniel had asked a simple question,”Were there any groups in the Dahlonega area for children and adults with disabilities.” The response she received? “No, but why don’t you get that started?”
Daniel also explained that,”Race for a Reason was inspired by James and I running a 5k in 2015. The teams ran nearly 500 miles this season!“
Daniel has recruited the help of many people who share in her vision to “Support for families affected by disability by providing programs to all family members: parents, siblings and extended family as well as the individuals with disabilities.”
Race For A Reason is a fundraiser that, “Builds partnerships of athletes of all abilities with the goal of training and racing together.” Daniel explains on the organization’s website that, “Our teams participate in regular training runs, compete in local 5K & 10K races and build lasting friendships in the process. ConnectAbility provides all racing equipment and race entry fees at no cost to members.”
Male winners of the 5k include: Will Edwards- first place in the 0-14 age category, as well as first place overall in the male-runners category. Jeffery Pruitt-first place in the 15-19 age category. Ben Hall-first place in the 20-29 age category. Scott Beardsley- first place in the 30-39 age category. James Hearn- first place in the 40-49 age category. Mark Morawski-first place in the 50-59 age category, and Gerald Lord, who placed first in the 60- age category.
Lumpkin County Sheriff Stacey Jarrard poses with his children after crossing the Fun Run finish line. Jarrard also ran with Russell’s team.
Male winners of the 10k include: Matt Stephenson-first place in the 0-14 age category. Shawn McNerney-first place in the 15-19 age category. Zach Schofill-first place in the 20-29 age category, as well as first place overall in the male-runners category. Stephen Carter-first place in the 30-39 age category. J. Todd Spradlin-first place in the 40-49 age category, and Kevin Redd, who placed first in the 50-59 age category.
Female winners of the 5k race include: Mna Sorensen-first place in the 0-14 age category. Madison Crews-first place in the 15-19 age category. Annie Pruitt-first place in the 20-29 age category. Elizabeth Conto-first place in the 30-39 age category. Betsy York- first place in the 40-49 age category, as well as first place overall in the female-runners category. Pamela Jones-first place in the 50-59 age category, and Patricia Decraene, who placed first in the 60- age category.
Female winners of the 10k race include: Jessie Massey-first place in th
e 20-29 age category, as well as first place overall in the female-runners category. Amanda Ostrosky-first place in the 30-39 age category. Tammy DAniel- first place in the 40-49 age category, as well as first place overall in the female-runners category, and Terry Carnes, who placed first in the 60- age category. Race placement and times can be found here.
A children’s Fun Run was held after the 5k/10k races as well.
Winners presented with handmade vases donated by famous Dahlonega potter, Brad Walker, of Brad Walker Pottery, and more information on Connectability’s Race For A Reason can be found here.
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UPDATE: Suspects in Lumpkin County home invasion currently being held without bond
Community, News September 5, 2018LUMPKIN CO., GA
Four suspects in a Lumpkin County home invasion on August 17 are currently being held at the Lumpkin County Jail without bond.
Preston Andrew Anderson (18), Quintin Chase McConnell (18), Blake Mitchell McKinzie (17), and Gavyne Anthony Sowell (17) were arrested on August 17 for a home invasion that took place in Lumpkin County.
Suspects in Lumpkin County home invasion held without bond
According to Lumpkin County deputy, Kyle Rosso, he responded to reports of a prowler off Margaret Drive, where upon arrival, he reported seeing an orange Chevrolet Cobalt. When he approached the vehicle, he states, “I observed a male subject frantically exit the vehicle and run into the woods.” The owner of vehicle was later identified as James McConnell. When questioned about the whereabouts of his Chevrolet, Mr. McConnell told Rosso that, “his son and a few of his friends had taken it from the home earlier that night.”
Russo also states seeing a, “dark in color four door passenger car drive down Old Ellijay East. The vehicle stopped in the road and began to turn around at the intersection of Old Ellijay East and Margaret Drive.” During the rush to turn the vehicle around, Russo reports that it “struck the bank as it was in reverse backing up.”
The occupants of the vehicle, Steven Lewis and Eric Odum, reported to Russo that unknown, masked individuals had entered the front door of his residence, and they had were brandishing firearms. Lewis reported that he had “ran from his home and banged on the neighbors house” for help. The homeowner did not answer the door, but they did call 911, according to the police report.
Russo, along with Investigators Jason Canupp, Aaron Norrell, and Lumpkin County Deputy Sutton found McKinzie and McConnell hiding in a creek bed near the crime scene. Sowell was taken into custody and transported to Lumpkin County Detention Center later that night, after police responded to a 911 call where a citizen had reported an unknown person, dres
sed in all black walking down Highway 9 south near Siloam Church Road. Sowell admitted to participating in the home invasion earlier that evening.
Anderson was taken into custody the next day by the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office.
Items reported missing were a watch and speaker; a mask that possibly belonged to one of the suspects was retrieved from Lewis’ home.
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Thursday summit the UNG convocation center could open door to the healthcare industry for students
News September 4, 2018
DAHLONEGA, Ga. – Prospective and current college students whose goal it to enter the healthcare industry can benefit from the Regional Education and Economic Development (REED) Summit being held at the University of North Georgia’s Convocation Center Thursday from 8 a.m.
Registration is $10 for students and $25 for community members. For more details and to register, visit the REED Summit website, ung.edu/reed/reed-summit-2018.
Frank Berry, commissioner of the Georgia Department of Community Health, will deliver the keynote speech about the career opportunities that exist in the health care field in Georgia.
UNG is hosting the summit with support from Northeast Georgia Health System as presenting sponsor
Kay Keller, director of economic development and community engagement at UNG said, “We hope to expose students to the many occupations in health care beyond well-known clinical careers, including health information technology, data analytics, the patient experience, and human resources,”. “The event will also feature industry leaders who will talk about the educational requirements and experience that future health care professionals will need.”
UNG is hosting the summit with support from Northeast Georgia Health System as presenting sponsor.
The event will also feature panels with industry and education leaders, a resource fair, and breakout sessions focused on rural health care, patient experience, business and administration, serving an aging population, information technology, and community health and wellness.
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SALEM BOUND! No. 1 Nighthawks Come From Behind to Win Super Regional
University of North Georgia May 21, 2018|
5/18/2018 | Softball | Box Score
DAHLONEGA – For the first time since 2015, the No. 1 University of North Georgia softball team is headed to the NCAA Division II Softball Championship after coming back to eliminate Young Harris, 2-1, in the Southeast Super Regional Fridayafternoon at Haines & Carolyn Hill Stadium.
The Mountain Lions struck first in the fourth, using three singles to scratch the game’s first run across the plate. North Georgia got runners in scoring position in three innings without plating a run prior to finally scoring in the sixth. With a 2-2 count to lead off the sixth, Kaylyn Anthony blasted a solo shot that never got higher than seven feet off the ground, just clearing the fence to tie the game, 1-1. North Georgia took the lead for good as Hobby Gregory came sliding into home on a double steal to give UNG the margin needed to advance in the tournament. Young Harris got a runner to third in the final frame, but a groundout to senior Brittany Gilliam clinched the win, allowing the celebration to begin. NOTES – The one-run lead for YHC was the first time that North Georgia had trailed in a game since the regular season finale against Flagler when UNG trailed, 1-0, for a half inning before the Nighthawks scored four in the next half inning. – Shelby Hammontree led UNG at the plate, going 1-for-2 with a walk. – With the win, North Georgia officially wins the Battle of Blood Mountain for the fifth straight year, 6.0-4.0. NEXT UP |
Smith, Johns Named Top 10 Finalists For NFCA Player of the Year
University of North Georgia May 16, 2018Johns, a sophomore from Powder Springs, Georgia, is a perfect 18-0 in 29 appearances this season. She has struck out 112 batters in 110 innings with batters hitting just .146 against her this season. She has the third-best ERA in Division II at 0.76.
Smith, a sophomore from Suwanee, Georgia, is 33-1 in 39 games in the circle, compiling three saves as well. She has the second most strikeouts in the nation with 303 punch outs to just 39 walks. With batters hitting just .128 against her this season, her ERA is the second best in the nation at 0.66.
This is the fourth season in a row that UNG has had a student-athlete on the top 10 list and the second consecutive year that two Nighthawks have earned the distinction. The award was created in 2015 to honor the outstanding athletic achievement among softball student-athletes throughout Division II. North Georgia’s Courtney Poole was the inaugural winner of the award.
The award winner will be announced on June 4.
Three Baseball Players Named All-Conference
University of North Georgia May 14, 2018
Perez, a sophomore out of Duluth, Georgia, leads the PBC in homers with 20 headed into the conference tournament. His 20 bombs is also tied for the UNG single season record. He has caught all 50 games for the Nighthawks as well.
Heil, a freshman from Suwanee, Georgia, has been the Friday starter for the Nighthawks this season, going 6-7 this season with 55 strikeouts across over 93 innings on the mound. Morrison, a redshirt freshman from Cumming, Georgia, leads North Georgia in appearances with 30, garnering a 4-1 record with 10 saves.
The Nighthawks will take on UNC Pembroke tomorrow afternoon at 1:30 p.m. in the PBC Tournament. UNG will also take on Lander and Georgia College in pool play on Saturday with the winner of the pool advancing to the championship game Sunday.
Late Rally Falls Short as No. 9 Cougars Hold On To Beat Baseball, 3-2
University of North Georgia May 7, 2018
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