On Saturday, September 27th, the Toombs County High School Fishing Team kicked off the 2025-2026 fishing season at Lake Clark’s Hill (Augusta, GA).
Hadden Outdoors hosted the High School MLF (Major League Fishing) style tournament on Lake Clark Hill.
AJ Bagby, a Junior at Toombs County High School, finished in 2nd place at the event. AJ caught 28 bass for a total weight of 42.81 pounds. Evan Beard, Senior at Greenbrier High School and reigning GA Bass Nation State Champion, won the event with 48.81 pounds.
The weather was less than ideal, with a downpour of rain and wind throughout the majority of the event. AJ Bagby caught his fish on a Zoom Winged Fluke, a Deps Sakamata Shad, and a Homegrown Jigs Boujee Shad. AJ was targeting bass that were migrating back into the creek arms, feeding on blueback herring and threadfin shad. The herring and shad migrate in the fall from their deep-water summer hideouts into the shallower creeks as they seek cooler water temperatures, better oxygenated water, and plankton to feed on. The bass follow the baitfish during this fall migration. The key is to find the baitfish and you will find the bass.
The Haddens Outdoors high school tournament is unique as the anglers all fish in specific zones of the lake and the fish are weighed live on the water by the tournament officials. The zones are randomly selected by the tournament director just before blast off. This prevents any practice fishing since the anglers do not know what zones of the lake they will be fishing until the morning of the tournament. Therefore, the anglers must make quick decisions once a zone is announced to locate and catch fish. The leaderboard is updated throughout the tournament so the anglers know exactly how many fish and the weight their competitors have caught. It is a stressful, but very fun way to fish a bass tournament.
The Toombs County Fishing Team will be fishing the GHSA and GA Bass Nation tournament trails this year. The Bulldogs will compete against over 500 Georgia high school fishing teams during these tournaments. The next tournament is scheduled for November 1st, 2025 at West Point Lake (Lagrange, GA).
AJ Bagby caught this 22-pound striped bass during the Clarks Hill tournament. Unfortunately, Striped bass (known as stripers) are not counted is the tournaments. Only largemouth bass and spotted bass are allowed to be weighed in during the high school tournaments.
Hadden Outdoors hosted the High School MLF (Major League Fishing) style tournament on Lake Clark Hill.
AJ Bagby, a Junior at Toombs County High School, finished in 2nd place at the event. AJ caught 28 bass for a total weight of 42.81 pounds. Evan Beard, Senior at Greenbrier High School and reigning GA Bass Nation State Champion, won the event with 48.81 pounds.
The weather was less than ideal, with a downpour of rain and wind throughout the majority of the event. AJ Bagby caught his fish on a Zoom Winged Fluke, a Deps Sakamata Shad, and a Homegrown Jigs Boujee Shad. AJ was targeting bass that were migrating back into the creek arms, feeding on blueback herring and threadfin shad. The herring and shad migrate in the fall from their deep-water summer hideouts into the shallower creeks as they seek cooler water temperatures, better oxygenated water, and plankton to feed on. The bass follow the baitfish during this fall migration. The key is to find the baitfish and you will find the bass.
The Haddens Outdoors high school tournament is unique as the anglers all fish in specific zones of the lake and the fish are weighed live on the water by the tournament officials. The zones are randomly selected by the tournament director just before blast off. This prevents any practice fishing since the anglers do not know what zones of the lake they will be fishing until the morning of the tournament. Therefore, the anglers must make quick decisions once a zone is announced to locate and catch fish. The leaderboard is updated throughout the tournament so the anglers know exactly how many fish and the weight their competitors have caught. It is a stressful, but very fun way to fish a bass tournament.
The Toombs County Fishing Team will be fishing the GHSA and GA Bass Nation tournament trails this year. The Bulldogs will compete against over 500 Georgia high school fishing teams during these tournaments. The next tournament is scheduled for November 1st, 2025 at West Point Lake (Lagrange, GA).
AJ Bagby caught this 22-pound striped bass during the Clarks Hill tournament. Unfortunately, Striped bass (known as stripers) are not counted is the tournaments. Only largemouth bass and spotted bass are allowed to be weighed in during the high school tournaments.
📢 REMINDER! Attention Class of 2026 Parents & Students! 📢
A senior parent informational meeting will be held tonight, Tuesday, September 30th at 6:00 p.m. in the TCHS auditorium. Students and parents are invited to attend.
Work-Based Learning students Michaela Jones and Rigo Mata participated in a community service project at the Lyons Upper Elementary School with The Bridge Project. Work-Based Learning students complete community service each semester as a way to give back to our school and community. Many thanks to Mrs. Rhonda Benton, the project coordinator, for seeking WBL students to assist with this volunteer project.
Today we welcomed representatives from Georgia Tech, who stopped by to discuss programs and opportunities for both educators and students.
We’re grateful for the chance to explore new pathways that inspire innovation, leadership, and academic growth. 💡🐾
#GeorgiaTech #TCHS #CreateYourLegacy #BulldogPride #FutureFocused
A few members of our TCHS Student Council are attending the GASC Leadership Summit at the University of Georgia today! They will hear guest speakers from the UGA J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development talk about building leadership skills in high school, the power of communicating clearly, and how to handle conflict like a leader.
#leadership #studentcouncil #BeADog #CreateYourLegacy
The TCHS Orchestra had a chance to work with Dr. Steven Elisha, Professor of Low Strings and director the Symphony at Georgia Southern University. The orchestra received instruction on string playing fundamentals and techniques
Thank you Dr. Elisha for sharing your time with the students!
On Tuesday, Alex Patrick and Case Conner spoke to the SECCA Board of Directors about the SECCA programs they have been a part of and how that has helped them plan for life after high school. Alex spoke about the Healthcare program, and Clay spoke about the Energy program.
Alex is pictured with his instructors, Candace Williams and Lauren Allen. Clay is pictured with his instructor Tina Roberts.
📢 Attention Senior Parents! 📢
A senior parent informational meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 30th at 6:00 p.m. in the TCHS auditorium. Students and parents are invited to attend. Click on the survey link below to let us know what questions you have about senior year. https://forms.gle/88Rhf4oEBroqxsQM8
Senior order night is soon! Athletes and club members may also order their letter jacket.
Save the date for Wednesday the 24th or order online at https://gradnow.com/
If you will order in person, please schedule an appointment using the following link:
https://book.appointment-plus.com/d83hxsge/#/
Save the date for Wednesday the 24th or order online at https://gradnow.com/
If you will order in person, please schedule an appointment using the following link:
https://book.appointment-plus.com/d83hxsge/#/
We would like the congratulate our 2025 Homecoming winners! We are honored to have these sweet students represent our school. Homecoming Princess: Vanessa Lucas Homecoming Queen: Aubrey Gay Homecoming King: Vick Moore
📸 TCHS Picture Orders
Students received their picture proofs yesterday from Pix! Please use the directions on the paper proof to access your student’s online photo gallery through Pix Photography.
⏰ Deadline to order: September 14, 2025
💡 Need help logging in or placing your order?
📞 Call Pix Photography at 912-538-0170 and they’ll be happy to assist!
#TCHS #SchoolPictures #PixPhotography
Students received their picture proofs yesterday from Pix! Please use the directions on the paper proof to access your student’s online photo gallery through Pix Photography.
⏰ Deadline to order: September 14, 2025
💡 Need help logging in or placing your order?
📞 Call Pix Photography at 912-538-0170 and they’ll be happy to assist!
#TCHS #SchoolPictures #PixPhotography
Toombs County car tags for sale for $10 each! If interested contact Coach James or Mrs. Upshaw.
derek.james@toombs.k12.ga.us
leigh.upshaw@toombs.k12.ga.us
REMINDER! The Herff Jones TCHS Class of 2027 Ring Ceremony is tonight, Thursday, August 28th at 6:00 p.m. in the TCHS Auditorium.
📣🐾 TCHS Homecoming 2025 is almost here! 🐾📣
Homecoming Week: September 8–12 🎉
Check out the pictures for:
👑 This year’s Homecoming Representatives
👑 Homecoming King application & voting info
🎲 Daily Dress-Up Themes
Let’s show our Bulldog pride and make this Homecoming week one to remember! ❤️💙
#BulldogPride #ToombsGotGame #TCHSHomecoming
Homecoming Week: September 8–12 🎉
Check out the pictures for:
👑 This year’s Homecoming Representatives
👑 Homecoming King application & voting info
🎲 Daily Dress-Up Themes
Let’s show our Bulldog pride and make this Homecoming week one to remember! ❤️💙
#BulldogPride #ToombsGotGame #TCHSHomecoming
Congratulations to Katie Goodwin! Mrs. Goodwin is TCHS Teacher of the Year for the 2025-2026 school year. She believes in EXCELLENCE for ALL and is creating her LEGACY!❤️💙📚
Fall 2025 Picture Day is TOMORROW (Aug 21) starting at 8:00 AM. Please be on time! 📸
Mañana (21 de agosto) es el Día de Fotos. Comenzamos a las 8:00 a. m. ¡Llegue a tiempo! 📸
Mañana (21 de agosto) es el Día de Fotos. Comenzamos a las 8:00 a. m. ¡Llegue a tiempo! 📸
The Class of 2027 will have its Junior Class Ring ceremony on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the TCHS Auditorium. If you have any questions, email Mrs. Hart at tracy.hart@toombs.k12.ga.us.
📅 Friday, August 15, 2025
🕓 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Toombs County Courthouse Parking Lot
💲 FREE Admission!
Kick off game night with our Community Tailgate!
✅ Eat & shop with our downtown merchants before the game
✅ Visit 30+ booths with freebies, games, and items for sale
✅ Enjoy live performances from cheerleaders & drumline!
✅ Line the path for the DAWG WALK at 6:15 to cheer on our Bulldogs before they take the field! 🏈
🅿 Parking: Courthouse lot, Lyons Depot, & Downtown Lyons
📍 Booth Highlights: Local boutiques, school clubs & sports teams, churches, and community organizations — there’s something for everyone!
Let’s fill Lyons with Bulldog pride! ❤️💙
#HometownThrowdown #BulldogPride #WeAreToombs #GoDawgs #CommunityStrong
🕓 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Toombs County Courthouse Parking Lot
💲 FREE Admission!
Kick off game night with our Community Tailgate!
✅ Eat & shop with our downtown merchants before the game
✅ Visit 30+ booths with freebies, games, and items for sale
✅ Enjoy live performances from cheerleaders & drumline!
✅ Line the path for the DAWG WALK at 6:15 to cheer on our Bulldogs before they take the field! 🏈
🅿 Parking: Courthouse lot, Lyons Depot, & Downtown Lyons
📍 Booth Highlights: Local boutiques, school clubs & sports teams, churches, and community organizations — there’s something for everyone!
Let’s fill Lyons with Bulldog pride! ❤️💙
#HometownThrowdown #BulldogPride #WeAreToombs #GoDawgs #CommunityStrong
🎉 It’s almost time to TAILGATE, Toombs County!
Join us THIS FRIDAY for the Hometown Throwdown Community Tailgate!
Expect a whole lot of Bulldog pride!
📅 August 15 | 4:30–6:30 PM
📍Toombs County Courthouse parking lot
#ToombsTailgate #HometownThrowdown #BulldogNation #CommunityStrong #BAD
Join us THIS FRIDAY for the Hometown Throwdown Community Tailgate!
Expect a whole lot of Bulldog pride!
📅 August 15 | 4:30–6:30 PM
📍Toombs County Courthouse parking lot
#ToombsTailgate #HometownThrowdown #BulldogNation #CommunityStrong #BAD
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