Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Clarke Central High School - ODYSSEY Media Group Entry Title: Evaluating safety in sports Entry Credit: Jane Ripps, Lydia Rowell, Lea D'Angelo Judge Comment: This is a really great story about a topic most people probably aren't giving much thought to. It's well written and answered all my questions that popped into my head while I was reading it. Great writing supported by good visuals as well.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Clarke Central High School - ODYSSEY Media Group Entry Title: CCHS vs. Houston County High School playoffs preview package Entry Credit: Staff Judge Comment: A very thorough preview supported by plenty of good stats and visuals.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: McCallum High School - The Shield Online Entry Title: What’s next for senior athletes? Entry Credit: Julia Copas, Piper Adair, Callen Romell Judge Comment: A unique story idea that is well executed.
Place Name: Fourth Place Contestant Name: Richland Northeast High School - The Saber Entry Title: Baseball team looks to continue success amid senior losses Entry Credit: Delaney Peck Judge Comment: None
Place Name: Fifth Place Contestant Name: Richland Northeast High School - The Saber Entry Title: Region changes will affect athletics Entry Credit: Delaney Peck Judge Comment: None
Competition Comment: A strong field of entrees that gives me hope for the future of sports journalism!
