SPORTS
Georgia and Alabama fans in CSRA react to SEC Championship game
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Fans gathered to watch the Georgia Bulldogs take on Alabama in the 2023 SEC Championship. Top Dawg Tavern was full of Bulldawg fans and a few Alabama fans. The Georgia fans were disappointed when the Crimson Tide broke UGA’s 29-game winning streak with a 27-24 win....
Augusta-area high school basketball: 2023-24 region outlooks for each team
Basketball season is in full swing and region schedules are beginning as early as this week. Even though the Augusta area features a pair of two-time defending state champions in Westside and Augusta Christian, many of the regions featuring local teams are super competitive. There are no guarantees as to how these incredibly deep regions will play out, specifically looking at several local Georgia High School Association groups.
Augusta family's final-round ticket to 1934 Masters Tournament hits auction block
Some of the world’s most ardent sports memorabilia collectors will bid Wednesday on one of the last surviving tickets to the very first Masters Tournament. Even the Augusta family that owns it hasn’t hazarded a guess of what price the rare golf item will fetch at auction. The sale is through Christie’s New York and sports memorabilia auctioneers Hunt Bros.
Evans Flag Football Team Overcomes Challenges to Prepare for State Playoffs
Catch the inspiring journey of the Evans flag football team as they gear up for the state playoffs. Despite injuries and position changes, the team's determination and unity shine through, making them a formidable contender this season. Tune in for their exciting story.
Indoor pickleball, hardware store could be coming to Martinez
MARTINEZ, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The CSRA could have its first-ever indoor pickleball facility once the Columbia County Planning Commission gives the final green light to move on. The courts will be inside the old Final Cut building in Martinez and the space will be used in a non-traditional way. “Pickleball...
Vote: Honda Cars of Aiken Augusta-area High School Athlete of the Week reader poll
It's time to vote for this week's top performer in the Honda Cars of Aiken Augusta-area Athlete of the Week reader poll. The athletes featured in this poll represent the best on-field performers from the past week of high school sports competitions around the Augusta area. The poll will remain open until 5 p.m. Friday and the nominees for this week are listed below. ...
Experience the Thrill of Augusta Hurling Dec. 3rd - Free Tickets Available!
Attention sports enthusiasts! The Augusta Hurling Dec. 3rd is an event you won't want to miss. The thrilling spectacle is set to take place on Sun, Dec 03 from 2pm - 4pm, promising an afternoon filled with excitement, competition, and camaraderie.
Tiger Woods Trolled His Caddie After Draining Long Putt On Thursday
Tiger Woods may have lost a step over the past few years, but his sense of humor is still elite. During the opening round of the Hero World Challenge this Thursday afternoon, Woods drained a 50-foot putt for birdie. After sinking his lengthy putt, he decided to troll his caddie, Rob ...
2024-26 GHSA region alignment: Find out which Augusta-area schools have new competition
With appeals complete, the Georgia High School Association region alignments for the 2024-2026 school years are set. The GHSA Executive Committee voted Wednesday to approve new regions across the state. Re-alignment reflects a significant shake-up for several Augusta-area high schools, renewing old rivalries and potentially creating space for new ones....
Jingle Jam holds its final race
EVANS, Ga. - Some jolly runners jingled their way to the finish line on Saturday morning. Racers lined up at Evans Towne Center Park to participate in a holly jolly 10K course. This was the 13th and last year of the Jingle Jam benefiting Safe Homes. Jingle Jam staff say...
Local tennis legend honored after huge impact on community
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Donald Shapiro’s legacy on two wheels paved the way for hundreds to learn the game of tennis. Shapiro passed away on Tuesday, and those who knew him say he was an all-around amazing guy. On Facebook, numerous people are commenting and posting about the impact...
The Augusta Players launch capital campaign for new building renovations
AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF)- On Giving Tuesday, the Augusta Players officially launched a capital campaign to fund renovations to the building the organization recently bought. They currently use separate locations for offices, rehearsal space and storage. The building renovations are expected to cost around $2.3 million and will give them 17,000 square feet of space with […]
Join the Community at Church League Basketball 2023-24: Register Now!
🏀🏀🏀 Get ready, basketball enthusiasts! The Church League Basketball 2023-24 is just around the corner. This exciting event will take place on Fri, Dec 01 from 8am to 5pm at the Trinity on the Hill, 1330 Monte Sano Ave, Augusta, GA.
Ridge View Boys Basketball Maintains Undefeated Streak in Early Season
• Ridge View boys basketball team is off to an undefeated start, improving to 3-0 on the season after defeating seventh-ranked North Augusta 64-54. • The team's top scorer was Josh Smith with 13 points, followed by Malachi Cooper with 11 points, Korie Corbett with 10, and Jayden Pretty and Yale Davis with nine points each.