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Michael A. Lough

Michael A. Lough has been in Macon since starting at the Macon Telegraph in August 1998, serving for 19 years as a columnist, assistant sports editor, general assignment sportswriter and page designer. In that span, he has covered World Series and Super Bowls, state championships and Little League action along with area college sports, including time as the beat writer for the Mercer men’s basketball run in 2013-14 and NCAA Tournament win over Duke. In Oct. 2017, four months after his Telegraph tenure ended, he founded The Central Georgia Sports Report, providing coverage for the region.

Michael A.'s Latest Articles

Comeback effort helps Macon native Henley win championship

Russell Henley had a stellar back nine to win the Charles Schwab Challenge championship on Sunday.

Mercer baseball left out of NCAA tourney, sparking controversy

The Bears were predicted by many to make the tournament but were left out for strength of schedule reasons.

FPD wins decisive Game 3 over Strong Rock to reach state semifinals

A strong pitching effort from Harrison Strange helped FPD dominate the rubber game of the playoff series.

Stratford girls soccer defeat Mount de Sales 7-0 to reach semifinals

Despite some early fight from the Cavaliers, the Eagles remained undefeated on the season with the victory.

Macon Sports Hall of Fame inductees share stories

The 2026 class featured 10 legendary athletes and coaches from sports like baseball, football and more.

Stratford boys defeat George Walton 3-0 in first round of playoffs

Stratford had trouble breaking through at first but eventually took control to shut down the Bulldogs.

FPD shortstop Keon Johnson ready for next level — and a championship

The Vikings' star player and Macon's top baseball prospect has his eye on the state championship.

A golfer dressed in a white hat, patterned white polo and khaki pants holds his club to the right as he watches a shot travel.
Macon native Russell Henley gets career-best finish at Masters Tournament

The Stratford grad finished in a tie for third place in Augusta over the weekend.

ACE gets another dramatic walk-off, defeats Bleckley County 5-4

Sebastian Falduti came through for the Gryphons again as they took control of the region standings.

Stratford continues dominant unbeaten season, trounces Tattnall 10-0

The win was just a routine thrashing for the Eagles, who have outscored opponents 93-3 so far.

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