Sports Desk

From the 1996 Olympics to Augusta National, Billy Payne has spent his life boosting Georgia.

The late UGA and Georgia Southern football coach Erk Russell was a person of goodwill and humor.

Fishing in Georgia is one of the simplest pleasures.

It takes a lot of commas to organize the highlights of Atlanta Braves Vice Chair and former President John Schuerholz’s career.

There is nothing like quail hunting in South Georgia in the late fall and early winter months.

Roopville’s Keith Jackson traveled the world as a sportscaster and is a gentleman and friend to all those he meets.

As the first African-America pitcher in MLB’s American League, the legendary Leroy “Satchel” Paige attracted record crowds wherever he went.

Retired journalist Jim Minter was tough when necessary, but he preferred stories about bird dogs, cane pole fishermen and those who lived off their acreage and made do.

This month’s Open championship brings thoughts of the gentlemanly golfing legend and Grand Slam winner.

The heart-thumping birdies and the costly bogies, the come-from-behind finishes, the history and the traditions bring us back to the Masters year after year with the keenest anticipation.