Category Archives: Local Sports

ATLANTA HAWKS NOTCH THIRD STRAIGHT WIN

The Atlanta Hawks picked up a 130-121 victory on their home court over the Washington Wizards in NBA action at State Farm Arena on Wednesday night. It marked the third consecutive win for Atlanta, which improved to 3-2 on the 2023-2024 regular season. Dejounte Murray led the charge with 24 points. Trae Young added 23…read more »

TUNE IN FOR GEORGIA TECH FOOTBALL AT VIRGINIA ON WLAQ THIS SATURDAY

Georgia Tech football will be back on the airwaves of WLAQ 1410 AM and 96.9 FM this Saturday afternoon as the Yellow Jackets hit the road to take on Virginia. Kick off is scheduled for 2 pm with airtime at noon by the Georgia Tech Radio Network from Legends Sports. The Jackets improved to 4-4…read more »

ATLANTA HAWKS PICK UP FIRST WIN OF THE 2023-2024 REGULAR SEASON

In NBA news the Atlanta Hawks picked up their first win of the 2023-2024 regular season by 127-110 over the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday night up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Trae Young led the charge with 20 points and 11 assists. He was among eight Hawks that scored into the double digits. Giannis Antetokounmpo led all…read more »

IT’S TIME FOR FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS, WEEK 11!

It’s time for Friday night lights as area high school football teams hit the field for week 11 of the 2023 regular season. WLAQ 1410 AM/96.9 FM are Rome’s radio homes for Darlington football. The Tigers are off this week. They will return to action on Friday, November 3rd with their regular season finale at…read more »

ATLANTA HAWKS DROP REGULAR SEASON OPENER TO CHARLOTTE HORNETS

The Atlanta Hawks opened their 2023-24 regular season on Wednesday night with a loss in Charlotte, NC to the Hornets by 116-110. PJ Washington had a game-high 25 points for the Hornets, while Trae Young led the Hawks in scoring with 23 points. Atlanta’s home opener is scheduled for this Friday night at State Farm…read more »