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Skid continues as Jackets shut out to end series June 7

By Special To Augusta Good News · 07 Jun 2026 · 0

The Augusta GreenJackets have lost five in a row.

Free passes quash comeback bid as Jackets drops fourth straight

By Special To Augusta Good News · 06 Jun 2026 · 0

The Augusta GreenJackets scored twice late to tie the game against the Delmarva Shorebirds, but a series of free passes were too much to overcome as the Birds stormed back and took a 7-3 win Saturday night.

Jackets shut out by Shorebirds as offensive skid continues June 5

By Special To Augusta Good News · 06 Jun 2026 · 0

The Augusta GreenJackets put men in scoring position in six of nine innings, but could not bring one home as they were shut out by the Delmarva Shorebirds 6-0 on Friday night.

Bank of America to provide free World Cup tickets to veterans and first responders

By Special To Augusta Good News · 05 Jun 2026 · 0

Bank of America, the official bank of FIFA World Cup 2026™, Vet Tix and FIFA will partner to provide $2.25 million in free World Cup 2026 tickets to military veterans, current military and first responders, and their families, who live in or near FIFA World Cup host cities.

Missed opportunities define GreenJackets’ loss to Shorebirds June 4

By Special To Augusta Good News · 05 Jun 2026 · 0

The GreenJackets drew six walks and two hit by pitches, but were befallen by double plays and caught stealings in a frustrating 4-2 loss to the Delmarva Shorebirds June 4

Augusta outlasts Delmarva in low-scoring affair June 2

By Special To Augusta Good News · 03 Jun 2026 · 0

The Augusta GreenJackets posted two runs in the bottom of the first, and trusted the pitching staff to carry the rest of the way as they held off a series of late chances to knock off the Delmarva Shorebirds in the series opener 2-1.

GreenJackets introduce Augusta Soul Weekend

By Special To Augusta Good News · 02 Jun 2026 · 0

The Augusta GreenJackets, in partnership with Destination Augusta, are proud to announce the launch of Augusta Soul, a new alternate identity celebrating the rhythm, history, and cultural heartbeat of the Augusta area. The Augusta Soul will take the field June 19 and 20 at SRP Park against the Hill City Howlers. 

Double plays doom GreenJackets in Saturday loss

By Special To Augusta Good News · 31 May 2026 · 0

One night after rolling into a season-high three double plays, the GreenJackets bounced into two more Saturday night, including a back-breaking inning ender in the bottom of the eighth as they fell 2-1 against the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers.

Offensive explosion powers Augusta past Kannapolis on May 29

By Special To Augusta Good News · 30 May 2026 · 0

The Augusta GreenJackets steamrolled the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers 8-0 on Friday night.

Macias’ late homer completes comeback win May 27

By Special To Augusta Good News · 28 May 2026 · 0

Dallas Macias crushed a three-run home run with two outs in the top of the eighth inning, giving the GreenJackets the lead for the first time as they held on for a 6-5 win over the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers..

Augusta Stars bring home medals from Georgia State Special Olympics

By Staff Report · 27 May 2026 · 0

 Area athletes competed in the Georgia Special Olympics state games over Memorial Day weekend.

Augusta Lynx name is fan favorite

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 27 May 2026 · 0

Augusta’s new hockey team will be called the Augusta Lynx.

In pictures: U.S. Men’s Senior National Team (Over-40) soccer camp

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 26 May 2026 · Comments Off on In pictures: U.S. Men’s Senior National Team (Over-40) soccer camp

The U.S. Men’s Senior National Team (Over-40) hosted a soccer clinic for youth soccer players May 25 at the Hammonds Ferry Soccer Complex in North Augusta before heading to the Senior World Cup in Thailand.

Augusta University golfers wrap up season at National Golf Invitational

By Special To Augusta Good News · 24 May 2026 · Comments Off on Augusta University golfers wrap up season at National Golf Invitational

The Augusta University men’s golf team wrapped up the year with a tenth place finish at the National Golf Invitational at Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club.