Offense shines at Border Showcase
By JOE L. HUGHES II Ledger Sports Writer joe@gaffneyledger.com
      DUNCAN— Friday's game vs. Crest in Duncan may have been a mere preseason game to most. But for Gaffney it was a chance for to open its 2008 campaign with a statement. The tough running of Jeremiah Cochran and the efficient play of Bo Davidson and Joe Craig helped the Indians do just that with a 27-14 win over Crest at Border Showcase IV.
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Strickland family finds pride on field, in classroom
By JOE L. HUGHES II Ledger Sports Writer joe@gaffneyledger.com
      The sight most Gaffney football fans get of head coach Phil Strickland is that of a strict general always aiming for perfection. However, the coach does have one soft spot— family accomplishments, especially those by his sons, Andy and Tommy.
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MISSION COMPLETE!
Phelps passes Spitz with eighth gold medal
By JAIME ARON AP Sports Writer
      BEIJING (AP) — One, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight. Yep, Michael Phelps got them all. Phelps wrapped up the greatest Olympics anyone has ever had, capturing his record-breaking eighth gold medal Sunday by helping the United States win the 400-meter medley relay — in yet another world-record time, too.
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First night a success for Moss, Wildcats
By JOE L. HUGHES II Ledger Sports Writer joe@gaffneyledger.com
      When Blacksburg head coach Mickey Moss was hired a few months ago, he promised the Wildcats would return to the workmanlike mentality the program had earned through the years. Such tough play was on display Friday night for Blacksburg, as Moss' squad fought to a 6-6 tie with Cherryville (N.C.).
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Associated Press tabs Georgia preseason No. 1
By RALPH D. RUSSO AP College Football Writer
      NEW YORK (AP) — By the time Georgia was done demolishing Hawaii in the Sugar Bowl, it was apparent the Bulldogs were well on their way to being No. 1 — to start the 2008 college football season. Seeking its first national championship in 28 years, Georgia is on top of The Associated Press preseason Top 25 for the first time.
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BRIEFS
      County church softball league gearing up The 2008 Cherokee County church softball league is open for those wishing to sign-up for this season. Youth league will open for play Sept. 2. The deadline to signup is Aug. 25.
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