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Running Drills with the Atlanta Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons make their nest in Flowery Branch, just a few miles from the shores of Lake Lanier. Every summer, they invite their fans out to observe training camp. From late July through early August, the team runs drills, practice games and even a scrimmage or two. Admission to camp is always free and... Read More  Read More

We miss summer…and football on Cocktail Cove!

With the Super Bowl approaching fast, we thought it would be fun to show you some football with a Lake Lanier twist. Boaters at the infamous Cocktail Cove play houseboat football where the pigskin is passed from boat to boat and to brave receivers who hurl themselves off the decks and into the water. See... Read More  Read More

Sports Hall of Fame – Damon Evans

Reaching a goal he had set for himself, former Gainesville High School athlete and scholar Damon Evans was named athletic director at the University of Georgia in 2003. He succeeded the legendary Vince Dooley, who recommended Evans for the position. After receiving a master’s degree in education and sports management, Evans held positions with the... Read More  Read More

Atlanta Falcon Matt Ryan Coaches Kids

Kids 7 to 14 can learn from the pros during Atlanta Falcons Youth Camp with Matt Ryan - sponsored by Topps.  Read More

Mini Camp – Open to fans May 9th

The Atlanta Falcons will hold their first mini-camp of the 2009 season this weekend at their team headquarters in Flowery Branch. The Falcons will practice twice on Friday and Saturday and once on Sunday. Both Saturday sessions are open to the public – 10:30am and 4:15 pm. The first 150 fans to arrive at each... Read More  Read More