Burroughs patience proved crucial

Don't let the roster fool you. Meredith Burroughs was technically a sophomore this season at Charles B. Aycock. Her stats suggest otherwise. The slugging first baseman tied a state record with 19 home runs and had a team-high .545 batting...

Published: Jun 17, 2012 1:52 AM Full Story

Amazing run for Bell

Brooke Bell finally got to feel the thrill of throwing the last strike. And the Charles B. Aycock senior experienced the mob scene inside the pitcher's circle as teammates rushed to greet her after the final out. It was a...

Published: Jun 17, 2012 1:52 AM Full Story

Matthews counted his blessings

Blessings come in a variety of different ways. Brad Matthews' came in 15 powder-blue uniforms this season. The fifth-year Charles B. Aycock softball coach took a senior-led group that felt the effects of disappointing finishes in 2010 and 2011, and...

Published: Jun 17, 2012 1:52 AM Full Story