The Atlanta Hawks fell to the New York Knicks by 149-148 in overtime on Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Trae Young scored a team-high 38 points and had 19 assists for the Hawks, who saw their latest winning streak end at three straight games and are now 26-29 on the…… read more »
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ROME EMPERORS ANNOUNCE 2025 COACHING STAFF
Media release from the Rome Emperors: The Rome Emperors, in conjunction with the Atlanta Braves, on Tuesday announced their 2025 coaching staff, which includes former Manager Angel Flores and longtime assistant Bobby Moore. Angel Flores “Flo” returns to Rome for his second stint as Manager of Atlanta’s High-A affiliate. It’ll be his third stay in…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS EXTEND LATEST WINNING STREAK TO THREE STRAIGHT WITH VICTORY IN ORLANDO, FL OVER MAGIC
The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Orlando Magic by 112-106 in NBA action on Monday night in Orlando, FL. Trae Young scored a team-high 19 points for the Hawks, who have won their last three straight games and are now 26-28 on the 2024-2025 regular season. Franz Wagner led all players in scoring with 37 points…… read more »
TUNE INTO GT HOOPS ON WLAQ
Georgia Tech men’s basketball will be back on the airwaves of WLAQ 1410 AM/96.9 FM on Wednesday night as the Yellow Jackets play host to Stanford in ACC action. Tip off is set for 7 pm in Atlanta; airtime is 6:30 pm from the Georgia Tech Sports Network. The Jackets’ record is currently 11-13 overall…… read more »
PHILADELPHIA EAGLES BEAT KANSAS CITY CHIEFS IN SUPER BOWL 59
The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs by 40-22 in Super Bowl 59 on Sunday night in New Orleans, LA. That denied a three-peat for Kansas City in the NFL’s biggest game of the year. Jalen Hurts was named Super Bowl MVP.… read more »
ATRIUM HEALTH FLOYD-POLK FOUNDATION BOOSTING YOUTH SOCCER IN REGION, ATLANTA UNITED COMMUNITY FUND HELPING TO BUILD YOUTH FIELDS
Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: New mini soccer fields will be built in Rome, Trion and Rockmart, thanks to funds allocated by Atrium Health Floyd and Atrium Health Floyd Polk Medical Center with the help of a grant from the Atlanta United Community Fund (AUCF). AUCF, an associate-led fund of the Arthur M. Blank…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS EDGED AT HOME BY SAN ANTONIO SPURS
The Atlanta Hawks lost on their home court to the San Antonio Spurs by a final score of 126-125 on Wednesday night at State Farm Arena. Trae Young notched a game-high 32 points and had 12 assists for Atlanta, which is now 23-28 on the 2024-2025 regular season. Onyeka Okongwu had 30 points and 12…… read more »
ROME-FLOYD SPORTS HALL OF FAME’S 2025 INDUCTION CEREMONY AND BANQUET IS A MONTH AWAY
The Rome-Floyd Sports Hall of Fame’s ’25 induction ceremony and banquet is one month away. The event is slated for Thursday, March 6th at the Forum River Center in downtown Rome. Doors will open at 5 pm. The ceremony will begin at 5:45 pm. Tickets and tables of eight are available for purchase at Rome-Floyd…… read more »
GEORGIA TECH EMERGES VICTORIOUS IN THREE OVERTIMES IN ACC MEN’S BASKETBALL MATCH AT CLEMSON
Georgia Tech defeated Clemson by a final score of 89-86 in three overtimes in a men’s college basketball match among ACC rivals on Tuesday evening in Clemson, SC. The Yellow Jackets have won their last two straight games and are now 11-12 overall, 5-7 in conference play for the 2024-2025 season. They will return to…… read more »
HIGH SCHOOL HOOPS ON AIR THIS FRIDAY NIGHT
High school basketball will return to the airwaves of WLAQ 1410 AM/96.9 FM on Friday evening as Model hosts Temple. Tip off is slated for 6 pm for the girls and 7:30 pm for the boys. Fans may listen via radio dial, online at www.wlaq1410.com, or the TuneIn app. A live stream will be available…… read more »