Category Archives: Local Sports
Atlanta Hawks Drop MLK Day Game to Milwaukee Bucks
The Atlanta Hawks fell to the Milwaukee Bucks by 112-110 in an MLK Day game at State Farm Arena on Monday. Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored a game-high 32 points for the Hawks, who have lost their last...
Elizabeth Davis Jan 20, 2026
Atlanta Hawks conclude western road trip with loss in Portland, OR to Trail Blazers
The Atlanta Hawks wrapped up a four-game road trip out west with a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers by a final score of 117-101 on Thursday night in Portland, OR. Onyeka Okongwu had a game-high 26 p...
Elizabeth Davis Jan 16, 2026
Georgia Tech drops Wednesday night ACC outing at home to Pittsburgh
Georgia Tech lost to ACC rival Pittsburgh by a final score of 89-66 in men's college basketball on Wednesday night in Atlanta. The Yellow Jackets are now 10-8 overall and 1-4 in conference play for th...
Elizabeth Davis Jan 15, 2026
MHS, GT hoops on WLAQ
In case you missed it Tuesday evening on WLAQ 1410 AM/96.9 FM - Model High School's basketball teams swept a pair of games at home versus Temple. The Lady Blue Devils emerged victorious in the opener ...
Elizabeth Davis Jan 14, 2026

Rome, GA City Schools Board of Education honors retiring Rome High head football coach John Reid and his players
Media release from Rome, GA City Schools: When John Reid arrived at Rome High School, he promised to build a program the community could be proud of, and he more than delivered. After 11 seasons, two ...
Elizabeth Davis Jan 14, 2026
Atlanta Hawks drop Tuesday night outing in LA to Lakers
The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Los Angeles Lakers by 141-116 in NBA action on Tuesday night in Los Angeles, CA. Nickeil Alexander-Walker had a team-high 26 points for the Hawks, who saw their latest wi...
Elizabeth Davis Jan 14, 2026
High school hoops on WLAQ
High school basketball will be back on the airwaves of WLAQ 1410 AM and 96.9 FM tonight as Model plays host to Temple. Tip off is slated for 6 pm for the girls and 7:30 pm for the boys. Fans may liste...
Elizabeth Davis Jan 13, 2026

Rome-Floyd Sports Hall of Fame announces 2026 Induction Ceremony and Scholarship Awards
Media release from Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation: The Rome-Floyd Sports Hall of Fame is proud to announce its annual induction ceremony and banquet, set for Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the Forum...
Elizabeth Davis Jan 13, 2026
ATLANTA HAWKS EXTEND CURRENT WINNING STREAK TO THREE IN A ROW WITH SUNDAY ROAD VICTORY OVER GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS
The Atlanta Hawks beat the Golden State Warriors by 124-111 in NBA action on Sunday night in San Francisco, CA. Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored a team-high 24 points for the Hawks, who have won three ...
Elizabeth Davis Jan 12, 2026

ROME HIGH FOOTBALL COACH JOHN REID ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT
Statement from Rome, GA City Schools: Rome High School football coach John Reid informed his team on Friday morning that he is retiring as head football coach. RCS would like to thank Coach Reid for h...
Elizabeth Davis Jan 12, 2026



