The Lamar County Trojans tennis teams have been working hard to put themselves in positions to win region championships later this month. Both the boys’ and girls’ teams have earned the praises of many fans and coaches. Here’s a recap of their recent matches as they push forward.
Lamar County at Pike County
The Trojans and Pirates battled through the wind on Tuesday, March 4, at Pike County High School. In an eight-game pro set, Lamar County’s Brailey Grubbs defeated her Singles 3 opponent 8-2. Taryn Dender and Kylee Kington won their Doubles 1 matchup 8-2 as well. Singles 3 player Logan Christian took his opponent to a tiebreaker and fought to the end but came up short.
The Pirates are scheduled to visit Lamar County on March 17.
Lamar County at Monticello
The Trojans traveled to Jasper County High School on March 6. The teams played two sets with a 10-point tiebreaker, if necessary. The only exception to this format was the Singles 1 boys’ match. Several matches included tiebreakers on a frigid evening at Monticello’s tennis complex. This was Lamar County’s second region opponent of the season, and the ladies earned another win.
Singles 1 player Adalynn Williams performed well, finishing a tiebreaking set with a fractured tennis racket. She won the first set 6-2 but lost the second set 4-6. The tiebreaker went to Monticello, 10-6. Sydney Bacon (S2) had a terrific evening, winning her sets 6-0 and 6-1. Brailey Grubbs (S3) was in command again, winning both sets 6-2. Doubles 1 team Taryn Dender and Kylee Kington came out on top as well. They won their first set 6-1, lost the second set 2-6, but rebounded to take the tiebreaker 10-4.
The boys’ matches were nothing short of impressive. None of the singles matches ended in two sets. In a match that seemed as if it could last until morning, Hayes McBroom lost narrowly after winning the first set 6-3. Losing the second set 4-6, the match went into a third full set, where McBroom fell 5-7, both players exhibiting outstanding tennis skills. Singles 2 player Kaleb Chute also found himself in a highly competitive match. After winning the first set 9-7, Chute lost the second set 6-8. The tiebreaking set went to Monticello, ending at 12-10. Logan Christian lost his first set 4-6 but came back to win the second set 6-1, forcing the match to a tiebreaker. The Hurricane player won 10-4 in the third set.
Lamar County at Mary Persons
What was supposed to be back-to-back days of tennis between Lamar County and Mary Persons ended up being a one-and-done due to rainy weather. The Trojans traveled to Forsyth on Tuesday, March 11. Lamar County’s Brailey Grubbs won two sets at Mary Persons to remain undefeated this season, coming from behind in set two to put the match away. On the boys’ side, Hayes McBroom’s cool confidence propelled him forward in his Singles 1 match. The match went down to the wire, but McBroom came out on top.
Putnam County at Lamar County
Putnam County visited Lamar County for the Trojans’ third region match of the season. Both the boys’ and girls’ teams earned victories for Lamar County. Adalynn Williams (S1) was a shining star of the day, winning her match in two sets by scores of 6-3 and 6-4. Brailey Grubbs (S3) won the first set 7-6 and lost the second 3-6. She earned her seventh win of the season after winning the tiebreaking set 10-6. Taryn Dender and Kylee Kington (D1) won in two sets with scores of 6-3 and 6-4. Addison Swatts and Caroline Gardner (D2) also secured a win, taking the first set 6-3 and delivering another defeat to Putnam with a 6-2 second set. Overall, Lamar County’s girls won the match 4-1.
The boys dominated, sweeping the War Eagles 5-0. Hayes McBroom (S1) ended his match quickly, winning 6-1 and 6-3 in two sets. Kaleb Chute (S2) also had a big win, finishing 6-2 and 6-3. Logan Christian (S3) won in two sets, 6-4 and 6-1. Carter McDaniel and Josiah Rainey (D1) added another win, securing 6-1 and 6-3 victories. Shonderick Wilson and Robert Erickson (D2) completed the team sweep with scores of 6-4 and 6-3.
Trojans in Good Shape
Lamar County’s strong showing on the court continues. The stage is set for more great competition ahead. With two more region opponents ahead in the regular season, both Trojan teams are in good position moving forward.
Grant Turner is the editor of the Barnesville Buzz and an educator, coach, and writer based in Barnesville, Georgia. He shares stories that bridge community, faith, and personal growth. In addition to teaching and coaching, Grant is Director of Musical Worship and a Sunday School teacher at New Hope Baptist Church in Zebulon, Georgia. He lives in Barnesville with his wife, Haley.
