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How former Flowery Branch defensive back Cortez Davis turned a stellar season at Mississippi junior college into a chance to play for Hawaii
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Cortez Davis runs after the catch for Flowery Branch during a 2015 game against Apalachee. - photo by Scott Rogers
Nathan Berg
The Times
Updated: Jan 4, 2019, 2:58 AM
Published: Jan 4, 2019, 2:26 AM
For former Flowery Branch defensive back Cortez Davis, earning an offer and eventually signing to play for the University of Hawaii was a combination of hard work and being in the right place at the right time.
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High school baseball: Spring break won't be a vacation for several Hall County baseball teams
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Cherokee Bluff's Ethan England fields a ground ball during the Bears' Region 8-3A game against Jefferson on March 25, 2025 in Flowery Branch. Photo by David Friedlander
David Friedlander
The Times
Updated: Apr 8, 2025, 2:35 AM
Published: Apr 8, 2025, 2:20 AM
Critical region games are plentiful for numerous local teams this week.
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