Former Starr’s Mill High School standout and current Georgia Bulldogs player, Lilli Backes will compete in the NCAA Division I Softball Championship.
They begin the tournament as a number 14 seed against the 14th seeded Coastal Carolina Chanticleers.
The first game is on Friday, May 16 at 2:40 p.m.
Divine Deablo steps into a key leadership role for Atlanta Falcons’ defense after Kaden Elliss’s departure. Coaches highlight his preparation and communication skills as vital assets heading into 2026.
The Atlanta Falcons named seventeen students as members of their fourth annual HBCU Fellows Program presented by Wells Fargo. Participants will gain hands-on experience across multiple departments while engaging with leaders from sports and entertainment industries.
The Atlanta Falcons opened Phase III of offseason workouts with updates on player health and position battles including Michael Penix Jr.’s rehab progress. Coaches outlined plans for expanded roles among key players while adjusting strategies following roster changes.
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