Sports & Recreation

SkyScreamer to debut at Six Flags

Submitted by Julie Wolfe, 11Alive Reporter

Monday, May 13th, 2013, 7:53am

AUSTELL, Ga. -- Goliath ruled Six Flags Over Georgia for seven years.

But its ranking as the tallest ride just got bumped by the SkyScreamer.

PHOTOS | Morning crew screams on SkyScreamer

The newest attraction is described by park officials as "an extreme swing ride." It is 24-stories high, and the 98-foot-wide circle swings around at 40 miles per hour.

The ride will open to the public Memorial Day weekend. Our 11Alive morning team got a sneak peek. Who screams like a little girl? How many rides did it take to call it quits? And who refused to get on at all?

11Alive is giving away two FREE four-packs of tickets to Six Flags Over Georgia. Learn more about the contest.

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Six Flags customer service exceeds expectations

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Monday, April 8th, 2013, 9:31am

Six Flags customer service exceeds expectations

AUSTELL, Ga. -- Six Flags Over Georgia received its most positive guest feedback ever in 2012, the theme park announced Monday.

The park gathered guest data, including compliments and complaints, through both paper and online surveys.

"While we have always been known for our safe and thrilling environment, we were excited about guests' reaction to our heightened focus on providing a unique and fun-filled day at the park," Six Flags Over Georgia president Dale Kaetzel said in a statement. "We will continue taking our offerings up another notch in 2013 and expect guests will be pleasantly surprised."

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Six Flags Spring Break to last 2 weeks

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Wednesday, March 27th, 2013, 1:00pm

AUSTELL, Ga. -- For the first time in its history, Six Flags Over Georgia will host its annual Spring Break event for a full two weeks.

Spring Break, which begins Friday, involves extended park hours and a brand new Christian music festival.

The fun lasts until Sunday, Apr. 14. Hours are 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday; and 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday.

Learn more at sixflags.com.

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Cobb Summer Camps approaching registration

Submitted by Holly Pennebaker, Community Web Producer

Friday, March 1st, 2013, 2:11pm

Cobb Summer Camps approaching registration

COBB COUNTY, Ga. -- Registration will soon be open for Summer Camps in Cobb County.

An official for Cobb County said camps this summer will cover a variety of interests, including arts and performance, recreation, tennis, golf, and therapeutics for those with special needs. Registration start dates and times vary across programs. A list is provided below.

Art Camps:

The Art Station - Big Shanty - March 14 - 9:30 a.m.

The Mable House Arts Center - March 12 - 9:30 a.m.

The Art Place - Mountain View - March 13 9:30 a.m.

Hyde and Seek - ARTventure Camp - March 13 9:30 a.m.

Art Performance Camps:

Jennie T. Anderson Theatre - March 26 - 9:30 a.m.

Recreation Center Day Camps:

Ron Anderson Recreation Center - April 15 - 6:00 p.m.

Fullers Recreation Center - April 16 - 6:00 p.m.

Fair Oaks Recreation Center - April 17 - 6:00 p.m.

Ward Recreation Center - April 18 - 6:00 p.m.

Tennis:

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Six Flags announces new Christian music festival

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Thursday, February 28th, 2013, 10:47am

Six Flags announces new Christian music festival

AUSTELL, Ga. -- Rock the Flags, a brand new Christian musical festival, will debut at Six Flags Over Georgia this year.

The inaugural Rock the Flags will feature some of the hottest names in contemporary Christian music, including Skillet, Kutless, Family Force 5, For King & Country and We As Human.

The music festival will be held Saturday, Apr. 6 at the park's Southern Star Amphitheater. Tickets range in price from $14.99 to $109.99, and many packages come with perks like premium seating, a T-shirt, and a meet and greet with one of the bands.

Learn more and buy tickets at rocktheflags.com.

Six Flags will open for its 2013 season on Saturday, Mar. 16.

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LSHS stadium to be named for Melvin Crook Friday

Submitted by Douglas County Sentinel, Online News

Thursday, November 8th, 2012, 8:14am

LSHS stadium to be named for Melvin Crook Friday

Lithia Springs High School didn’t even have a football stadium when Coach Melvin Crook first came to the school in 1977. He got that changed in a hurry. “When we moved to Douglasville, we moved in..... Read More

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Teacher brings sports lessons in the classroom

Submitted by Donna Lowry, 11Alive Reporter

Friday, September 28th, 2012, 7:00am

Teacher brings sports lessons in the classroom

MARIETTA, Ga. -- On a recent afternoon, third graders at Eastside Elementary in Cobb County practiced running hurdles from Kevin Young - 1992 Olympic Gold Medalist in the 400 meter hurdles.

He towered over them, but his lesson on hard work and focus reached the level their teacher Kim Judge wanted them to learn.

"You need to make a schedule; you need to stick to it. You need to be organized," said Judge.

Judge continually talks of athletics.

"I've always been involved in sports. Basketball was my favorite, and track," said Judge. "If I didn't have the education component and do well in school, then the track would have been much more difficult."

She made all-conference at North Carolina State University for track and cross country.

As a teacher, she's big on sports lessons, such as teamwork.

"One person doesn't decide the outcome. Everybody has a certain role to play," said Judge.

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