Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Middle School Digest
Girls' basketball: Neuse Christian 30, Wayne Christian 6 -- Lauren Mitchell scored the Eagles' only basket from the field, and Brianna Verme went three for six from the charity stripe. WC is now 1-2 on the season and will travel...Published: Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM Full Story
GIRLS' BASKETBALL: Trinity Christian rolls past WCDS
Jala Holloman scored 13 points and filed five assists for the Chargers in a lopsided 70-41 loss to Trinity Christian on Monday. "The girls played hard, (but) just couldn't get the ball to go in," head coach David Flowers said,...Published: Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM Full Story
JV Digest
Boys' basketball: Spring Creek 53, Jones Senior 38 -- Demartae Bizzell had 25 points for the Gators, and was joined in the scorebook by Xavier Tart, who registered 10. Boys' basketball: Trinity Christian 55, WCDS 54 -- Jaden Cooper scored...Published: Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM Full Story
GIRLS' BASKETBALL: Gators dominate Trojans
Ashley Marriner led all scorers with 18 points, eight assists and three steals In Spring Creek's 59-33 victory over Jones Sr. Tuesday night. Belinda Carson also added 17 points, five boards, three steals and a block for the Gators, who...Published: Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM Full Story
BOYS' BASKETBALL: Eagles lose season-opener
Rosewood saw a slim halftime lead evaporate over the final two quarters, resulting in a 61-44 defeat. Noah Grantham had 11 points for the Eagles. Jonathan Peacock and Chance Howard had nine apiece. The Eagles (0-1) play host to C.B....Published: Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM Full Story
BOYS' BASKETBALL: WCDS falls to Trinity Christian
Jamal King had 25 points and transfer guard Jimmie Sanders registered 17, but it wasn't enough to propel in Wayne Country Day's 74-56 loss to Trinity Christian Monday night. "Guys played well, we just couldn't get over the hump,"...Published: Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM Full Story
BOYS' BASKETBALL: Gators notch road win
Jamerion Dawson, Dominique Morse and Landon Smothers combined to score 40 points in the Gators' 54-50 road victory over Jones Sr. Tuesday night. The trio also filed 10 rebounds and six assists....Published: Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL BOX: Trinity Christian at Faith Christian girls
Trinity Christian 3 8 6 7 -- 24 Faith Christian 9 15 6 10 -- 40 TRINITY (2-4) Carrington Harrod 1 0 0-0 2, Faith Hedgepeth 1 0 0-0 2, Lauren Weese 2 0 2-4 6, Hannah Woolard 1 0...Published: Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM Full Story
GIRLS' BASKETBALL: Conquerors off to hot start
bcoley@newsargus.com Faith Christian coach Jeff Stocks will be the first one to say that Conqueror girls' basketball and winning usually aren't paired together in the same sentence. Early into the 2016 season, that mentality is slowly changing. Tuesday's 40-24 victory...Published: Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL BOX: Trinity at Faith Christian boys
Trinity Christian 7 12 3 10 -- 32 Faith Christian 16 9 10 11 -- 46 TRINITY (4-2) Brad Harris 0 1 0-0 3, Matt Sloan 2 4 2-6 18, Hunter Miller 0 0 0-1 0, Justin Jones 0 1...Published: Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM Full Story
BOYS' BASKETBALL: Conquerors' defense stifles Tigers
bcoley@newsargus.com Complacency leads to losing. That was the terse halftime message Faith Christian head coach Stephen Hardison conveyed Tuesday night after Trinity Christian whittled the Conquerors' lead. The speech, although simple in manner, was received with attentive ears. Faith allowed...Published: Nov 30, 2016 10:00 AM Full Story
Tuesday, November 29, 2016
BOYS' BASKETBALL: Cougars survive Golden Falcons' comeback
Create havoc defensively. Swarm the basketball. Finish in the paint. The Goldsboro High varsity boys basketball team used each in a concentrated first quarter dose on Monday night, establishing their signature style en route to a hotly-contested, 56-48 victory...Published: Nov 29, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Middle School Digest
Boys' basketball: Wayne Christian 39, Community Christian 33 -- The Eagles move to 4-0 on the season. Wayne Christian's next game will be at Neuse Charter....Published: Nov 29, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
JV Digest
Girls' basketball: C.B. Aycock 23, Goldsboro 15 -- Morgan Casey led the Golden Falcons with nine points. Taylor Gay added five points, Sharon Moorefield registered four points, Jenna Oliver notched three points and Dasani Jackson chipped in two. Boys' basketball:...Published: Nov 29, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
BOYS' BASKETBALL: Heat trounce Alamance
Gavin Portela flirted with a triple-double as the Heat took down Alamce 65-37 on Monday night. Portela filled the box score with 25 points, 12 rebounds and six assists. Harm an Kaler pitched in 21 points and gathered seven rebounds....Published: Nov 29, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
GIRLS' BASKETBALL: Powell, Lassiter too much for Cougars
New season, same agenda. That appears to be the modus operandi for Charles B. Aycock senior Mookie Powell, whose basketball acumen was on full display Monday night during the Falcons' 65-51 triumph over county foe Goldsboro High School. And the...Published: Nov 29, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Sunday, November 27, 2016
FOOTBALL: Lakewood eliminates Princeton from 1AA playoffs
By RUDY COGGINS rcoggins@newsargus.com SALEMBURG -- Princeton stuck to its gameplan and strived to move the chains with its patented "three-yard" strategy. And Lakewood, again, broke the big plays. This time, though, the Leopards displayed their athleticism and speed on...Published: Nov 27, 2016 8:45 AM Full Story
FEATURE: UMO's Craig, Hanle set new standard for cross country
By RUDY COGGINS rcoggins@newsargus.com MOUNT OLIVE -- An identical finish started in different directions for Adam Craig and Leah Hanle. And neither envisioned the eventual result -- All-American. The two University of Mount Olive cross country runners achieved that status...Published: Nov 27, 2016 8:45 AM Full Story
PREP SOFTBALL: Pate, Brogden announce their collegiate intentions
By RUDY COGGINS rcoggins@newsargus.com CALYPSO -- Say it ain't so Rylee. Oh, but it is true. The most-prolific player during North Duplin's fast-pitch softball era, Rylee Pate signed a national letter-of-intent with UNC Wilmington and plans to graduate high school...Published: Nov 27, 2016 8:44 AM Full Story
FEATURE: Taylor works to change WCDS image
By RUDY COGGINS rcoggins@newsargus.com The old baggage had to go. Wayne Country Day needed to toss aside the image of an athletic program mired in mediocrity and inconsistency. Opposing teams constantly -- and openly -- voiced their observations that certain...Published: Nov 27, 2016 8:44 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL: Cherokee knocks out North Duplin in 1A playoffs
By JUSTIN HAYES jhayes@newsargus.com CALYPSO -- The good fight often hurts. Such was the case last evening, when a talented yet undersized North Duplin football battled valiantly before succumbing to powerful Cherokee, 22-20, in the second round of the N.C....Published: Nov 27, 2016 8:44 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: Princeton @ Lakewood
Princeton 8 0 6 8 -- 22 Lakewood 14 7 14 7 -- 42 First quarter L -- Bennett 58 pass from Tanner (kick failed), 6:44 P -- Gibson Jr. 2 run (Gibson run), 1:05 L -- Bennett 63 run...Published: Nov 27, 2016 8:44 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: Cherokee @ North Duplin
Cherokee 0 6 16 0 -- 22 North Duplin 0 7 0 13 -- 20 Second quarter ND -- Archer 1 run (Craig kick), 8:22 C -- Evans 26 run (kick failed), 4:02 Third quarter C -- Mintz 3 run...Published: Nov 27, 2016 8:44 AM Full Story
Friday, November 25, 2016
INDOOR TRACK: Princeton's Sullivan headed to state meet
Princeton senior Austin Sullivan emerged victorious in the 1,600-meter run and punched his ticket to the season-ending N.C. High School Athletic Association Classes 1-A/2-A state championship meet. Sullivan completed the race in 4 minutes, 45 seconds during the Polar Bear...Published: Nov 25, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
WRESTLING: Eagles host 4-team meet
Tim Decatur and Seth Finney each posted 3-0 records as Rosewood swept a four-team, non-conference meet contested Wednesday evening. The host Eagles defeated county rival C.B. Aycock (51-27), Wilson Fike (42-28) and Carolina Conference foe Princeton (53-24). Louis Tortual, Hunter...Published: Nov 25, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
GIRLS' BASKETBALL: Roberts has 23-point outing
DUDLEY -- Makayla Roberts sizzled the nets for 23 points during Goldsboro's 54-53, non-conference triumph over county rival Southern Wayne on Wednesday evening. Destiny Lucas tallied 13 points, followed by Tziah Kelly with 10. Ruby Cannon contributed eight points. Ebony...Published: Nov 25, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
BOYS' BASKETBALL: Hargis leads Cougars
DUDLEY -- Jaryan Hargis pumped in a game- and team-high 32 points as Goldsboro knocked off county rival Southern Wayne, 73-57, on Wednesday evening. Ronnie Tookes added 19 points for the Cougars, who rebounded after a season-opening loss to county...Published: Nov 25, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
PREPS DIGEST: JV news
JV * Girls' basketball: Southern Wayne 39, Goldsboro 10 -- Ariana Sutton paced the Saints' attack with 12 points. La'Miya Pearsall chipped in 10 for Southern Wayne, which remained unbeaten in three outings this season. Kanauti Hines and Akia...Published: Nov 25, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Thursday, November 24, 2016
One team, one fight in tiny Calypso
CALYPSO -- There is no telling how long the mural has been there, shining up the junction bricks on the corner of Centre and Trade Streets, at Pro Med, Inc. Its slightly asymmetrical posture has faded in spots, going lighter...Published: Nov 24, 2016 12:14 AM Full Story
Princeton hoping for redemption versus Lakewood
SALEMBURG -- The often-coined phrase "you don't get a second chance to make a first impression" doesn't apply to everyday life. It's one shot and you're done. Not in Princeton's case. Embarrassed in their previous meeting, which cost them the...Published: Nov 24, 2016 12:14 AM Full Story
Wednesday, November 23, 2016
WRESTLING -- Warriors go 0-2
rcoggins@newsargus.com Scorebook tucked under his left arm, second-year Eastern Wayne head wrestling coach Aaron Lynch sat back on a rolled up mat. He took a moment to gather his thoughts. A reversal here. More leverage on a pin attempt. Patience...Published: Nov 23, 2016 10:06 AM Full Story
UMO -- Tuesday digest
UMO Media Relations FRANKLIN SPRINGS, Ga. -- Daria Simmons drained the nets for a career-high 24 points as University of Mount Olive defeated Emmanuel College, 64-57, on the Conference Carolinas women's basketball scene Tuesday evening. It was the league opener...Published: Nov 23, 2016 10:06 AM Full Story
GIRLS BOX -- South Lenoir at Spring Creek
South Lenoir 9 12 14 11 -- 46 Spring Creek 7 4 10 12 -- 33 SOUTH LENOIR (1-1) Sara Stroud 1 0 2-4 4, K Gates 3 0 0-0 6, Tiara Graham 0 0 0-2 0, Hunter West 3...Published: Nov 23, 2016 10:06 AM Full Story
GIRLS' BB -- South Lenoir at Spring Creek
bcoley@newsargus.com SEVEN SPRINGS -- Former Spring Creek star Amber Buchan wasn't going to lace up her sneakers and walk onto the court. Neither was past leading rebounder Tyesha Teachey. Buchan and Teachey are gone, and picking up the slack are...Published: Nov 23, 2016 10:06 AM Full Story
DIGEST -- Wednesday
Girls' basketball C.B. Aycock 54, Ayden-Grifton 35 * LITTLEFIELD -- Charles B. Aycock overcame a slow offensive start and dismantled Ayden-Grifton, 54-35, in non-conference action Tuesday evening. The Chargers led 8-7 after one quarter. The Golden Falcons (2-0 overall) seized...Published: Nov 23, 2016 10:06 AM Full Story
BOYS BOX -- South Lenoir @ Spring Creek
South Lenoir 23 18 14 7 -- 62 Spring Creek 5 14 10 14 -- 53 SOUTH LENOIR (2-0) Hunter Weeks 2 0 2-2 6, Adonte Ward 1 0 3-4 5, Tyrese Williams 3 0 0-0 6, Devion Staten 1...Published: Nov 23, 2016 10:06 AM Full Story
BOYS BB -- South Lenoir @ Spring Creek
bcoley@newsargus.com SEVEN SPRINGS -- Spring Creek head coach Taylor Jones knows his basketball team is filled with talent. He sees the effort, the energy and the passion in a group that includes seven returnees from last year's team. The execution...Published: Nov 23, 2016 10:06 AM Full Story
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
BASKETBALL BOX: Bethel vs. Faith Christian girls
Bethel 7 11 5 10 --33 Faith Christian 10 11 10 12 -- 43 BETHEL (2-1) Carrie Pridgen 2 0 0-0 4; Kimberly Radford 1 0 0-0 2; Tanya Radford 1 0 0-0 2; Jenson Worthington 1 0 13-18 15;...Published: Nov 22, 2016 9:54 AM Full Story
GIRLS' BASKETBALL: Lawhan provides spark in Conquerors' victory
jhayes@newsargus.com Fluid and poetic? Not exactly. It was more like a basketball survival junket. Such was the case last evening at Faith Christian Academy, where the lady Conquerors shook off a litany of turnovers and a head-scratching number of whistles...Published: Nov 22, 2016 9:54 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL BOX: Bethel vs. Faith Christian boys
Bethel 24 10 15 10 --59 Faith Christian 10 2 7 6 --25 BETHEL (3-4) David Whitfield 3 0 1-1 7; Michael Fulcher 5 0 1-2 11; Jonathan Truett 2 0 1-3 5; Austin Eubanks 0 1 0-0 3; Owen...Published: Nov 22, 2016 9:54 AM Full Story
BOYS' BASKETBALL: Bethel easily dispatches Faith Christian
jhayes@newsargus.com Fast and furious -- then out of sight. Bethel forward Cole Williams keyed a 19-0 run to start the varsity nightcap on Monday versus District Four rival Faith Christian, who then played its bench en route to a comprehensive,...Published: Nov 22, 2016 9:54 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL: Lady Saints notch first victory
DUDLEY -- Samiya Bess posted a double-double and led the Saints to a 43-35 victory over North Lenoir on Monday. Bess scored a game-high 15 points and grabbed 16 rebounds. Iyahna Bess added 12 points. Southern Wayne (1-2) hosts Goldsboro...Published: Nov 22, 2016 9:54 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL: Lady Chargers fall to Northwood Temple
Despite 27 points from Jala Holloman, the Chargers fell 82-48 to defending state champion Northwood Temple on Monday. Lexi Jeffreys added 10 points and 12 rebounds. Holloman registered five assists and four steals....Published: Nov 22, 2016 9:54 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL: Fayetteville Christian girls overmatch Wayne Christian
FAYETTEVILLE -- In spite of a solid performance from Emma Harbuck with eight points, Wayne Christian fell to Fayetteville Christian 77-16. Abi Harrelson put up three points. WCS finished the game with nine rebounds....Published: Nov 22, 2016 9:54 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL: Wayne Christian boys fall short against Fayetteville Christian
FAYETTEVILLE -- Wayne Christian fell in a close 70-66 battle against Fayetteville Christian on Monday. Darrian Oates led the Eagles with 33 points. Jaxon Anderson added 11 points and Marteye Sembley tallied 12 points....Published: Nov 22, 2016 9:54 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL: Northwood Temple routs WCDS
Jamal King poured in 25 points, but WCDS fell 97-78 to Northwood Temple on Monday. Jimmie Sanders had 19 points and five assists and Marcus Metcalf had 17 points. WCDS (2-3) travels to Trinity on Monday....Published: Nov 22, 2016 9:54 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL: Lighthouse slips past Goldsboro Heat
Gavin Portela scored a team-high 18 points and gathered six rebounds in the Heat's 52-48 loss to Lighthouse on Monday. Harman Kaler added 11 points and Luke Parks pitched in eight points. The Heat (2-3, 0-2) travel to Burlington to...Published: Nov 22, 2016 9:54 AM Full Story
JV Digest
Girls' basketball: Southern Wayne 31, North Lenoir 21-- LaMiya Pearsall had a game-high 17 points in the Saints' 31-21 victory over the Hawks. Boys' basketball: Lighthouse 43, Goldsboro Heat 40 -- Luke Parks led the Heat with 14 points...Published: Nov 22, 2016 9:54 AM Full Story
Middle School Digest
Girls' basketball: Greenville Christian 18, Wayne Christian 16-- Wayne led at the half 9-6 but only scored one field goal in the third quarter. Brianna Verme had 12 points, Kaylee Martin and Sydnei's Rosso each had two. WCS (1-1) overall...Published: Nov 22, 2016 9:54 AM Full Story
Monday, November 21, 2016
DIGEST -- Monday
Wrestling Rosewood places first * FAYETTEVILLE -- Tim Decatur earned an individual title and Rosewood returned home with the team championship trophy after winning the Mike Stanbridge Colt Stampede wrestling tournament contested at Cape Fear High School. The Eagles edged...Published: Nov 21, 2016 10:15 AM Full Story
Sunday, November 20, 2016
BOYS' BASKETBALL: Golden Falcons knock off Cougars
PIKEVILLE -- Charles B. Aycock opened its 2016-17 campaign with a 77-66, non-conference triumph over Goldsboro on Friday evening. Dameon Brown collected 14 points for the Cougars. Ronnie Tookes and Isaiah Cogdell registered eight points apiece. Daryl Gaddis scored seven...Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
GIRLS' BASKETBALL: North Pitt cruises past Southern Wayne
BETHEL -- Southern Wayne dropped to 0-2 on the season with a 63-24, non-conference loss to North Pitt on Friday evening. Rickeal McCullen led the Saints with eight points. Southern Wayne entertains North Lenoir on Monday....Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
GIRLS' BASKETBALL: Faith Christian goes 2-1 in Southeastern Invitational
RALEIGH -- Emma Meador pumped in 11 points as Faith Christian claimed third place in the Southeastern Invitational with a 34-28 victory over Great Bridge Christian on Saturday morning. All-tournament pick Jordan Lawhon led the Conquerors with 11 points in...Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
GIRLS' BASKETBALL: CBA's Lassiter dumps in career-best 25 points vs. Goldsboro
PIKEVILLE -- Cassandra Lassiter drilled the nets for a career- and game-high 25 points during Charles B. Aycock's season-opening, 57-30 conquest of county rival Goldsboro on Friday evening. Lassiter drained 10 of 16 shots from the floor. Tanika Powell chipped...Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
PREP FOOTBALL: Warriors can't solve Trojans' up-tempo offense
bcoley@newsargus.com South Johnston's Fabian McDonald positioned himself under the kick, secured the football and immediately darted forward. He waltzed into the end zone 15 seconds later. The 71-yard kickoff return officially began a track meet in New Hope on Friday...Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
PREP FOOTBALL: North Duplin earns hard-fought win over Rosman
jhayes@newsargus.com CALYPSO -- Looks can be deceiving. North Duplin, which closed its varsity football regular-season slate in quick fashion for a share of the Carolina 1-A crown, seemingly held all the cards in advance of Friday night's bruising, 21-7 victory...Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
PREP FOOTBALL: Princeton claims 4-overtime win over Riverside
rcoggins@newsargus.com WILLIAMSTON -- Harassed all night long by Riverside's taller receivers, Lamar Wilkins came up with the most-memorable play of his career -- and in Princeton football lore. Knights quarterback Markel Freeman took a three-step drop and lofted the ball...Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
PREPS DIGEST: JV news
JV * Girls' basketball: C.B. Aycock 25, Goldsboro 18 -- Morgan Casey and Taylor Gay knocked down seven points apiece in the Golden Falcons' season-opening win. Sharon Moorefield and Dasani Jackson each tallied four points. Heaven Tatum added two...Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
PREP FOOTBALL: East Carteret eliminates Rosewood
BEAUFORT -- State-ranked East Carteret exploded for 37 first-quarter points and ousted Rosewood, 85-0, in opening-round play of the N.C. High School Athletic Association Class 1-AA (large-school) football playoffs Friday evening. The Mariners, the East's No. 1 seed, held...Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: S. Johnston @ E. Wayne
South Johnston 14 28 3 7 -- 52 Eastern Wayne 7 0 0 0 -- 7 First quarter SJ -- McDonald 71 kickoff return (Raulerson kick), 11:45 SJ -- Wells 4 run (Raulerson kick), 2:46 EW -- Tyson 74 kickoff...Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: Rosman @ N. Duplin
Rosman 0 0 0 7 -- 7 North Duplin 7 0 0 14 -- 21 First quarter ND -- Archer 16 run (Craig kick), 2:25 Fourth quarter ND -- Archer 11 run (Craig kick), 10:09 R -- Whitman 11 run...Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: Rosewood @ East Carteret
Rosewood 0 0 0 0 -- 0 East Carteret 37 20 21 7 -- 85 INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING: Rosewood -- Tron Blue 15-26; Dhimani Fenty 5-24; Cameron Helt 7-8; Alex Godwin 1-6. PASSING: Rosewood -- Helt 1-11-1, 13. RECEIVING: Rosewood...Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: Princeton @ Riverside
PHS 8 14 6 16 6 8 6 6 -- 70 RHS 7 13 8 16 6 8 6 0 -- 64 First quarter R -- Freeman 41 run (Buck kick), 10:12 P -- Gibson Jr. 1 run (Stallworth run),...Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
51st PICKLE CLASSIC: Trojan men fall to St. Augustine's
bcoley@newsargus.com MOUNT OLIVE -- In Saturday's Pickle Classic matchup versus St. Augustine's, an iron-clad lid appeared to be firmly placed on the University of Mount Olive's rims. Basketballs hit the front of the cylinder, spun around and in some cases,...Published: Nov 20, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Friday, November 18, 2016
WRESTLING BOX: Nash Central @ Eastern Wayne
Eastern Wayne 66 Nash Central 12 132 -- Christian Torres (EW) by FF; 138 -- Brandon Parker (NC) wbf Jaleek Lewis, 0:33; 145 -- Billy Bryant (EW) wbf Keyeyian King-Johnson, 5:49; 152 -- John-Paul Ramos (NC) wbf Noah Leon, 0:55;...Published: Nov 18, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
WRESTLING: Eastern Wayne matmen dominate Nash Central
rcoggins@newsargus.com Emmanuel Harper's shoulder blades inched closer to the match as Nash Central's Cameron Parker applied the pressure during their 113-pound match Thursday evening. The ref dove to the mat and slid a hand underneath to check the distance between...Published: Nov 18, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
SOFTBALL: CBA's Shingleton signs with UMO
PIKEVILLE -- A burning passion lies deep within Charles B. Aycock's Allison Shingleton. It's a pure, unadulterated fireball of emotion that constantly pushes her to the next level. The internal inferno has been there all her life -- more than...Published: Nov 18, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
FEATURE: Latest class set for induction into UMO Athletics Hall of Fame
rcoggins@newsargus.com MOUNT OLIVE -- Macon Jones shared some great times with his baseball teammates during University of Mount Olive's early years in the Division II ranks. But his most memorable moment occurred last year. Jones returned to Scarborough Field for...Published: Nov 18, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
COLLEGE BASKETBALL: 2016 Pickle Classic
rcoggins@newsargus.com MOUNT OLIVE -- Three men's basketball teams enter the 51st installment of the Pickle Classic in search of their first win -- including tournament host University of Mount Olive. The Trojan men, who have eight newcomers on this year's...Published: Nov 18, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
NRYFL: 12U Semifinals -- Mount Olive 51, Eastern Wayne 12
Carlos Zamora and Ian McIntyre rambled for two touchdowns apiece, propelling the unbeaten Hurricanes (7-0 overall) into Saturday's title tilt against once-beaten Charles B. Aycock. Kickoff is 11 a.m. Koree Harper tallied one TD for Mount Olive. Dejuan Armwood logged...Published: Nov 18, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
NRYFL: 8U Semifinals -- Mount Olive 28, Eastern Wayne 0
Travon Usher rushed for three touchdowns, lifting the unbeaten Hurricanes into the NRYFL championship game against the Boys & Girls Club. Carson Barwick added a TD. Ethan Nelson collected a pair of two-point conversions. Nelson and Usher combined for nine...Published: Nov 18, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
BOYS' BASKETBALL: Young scores 27 in Wayne Christian's road win
ERWIN -- Jaydon Young poured in a career-high 27 points as Wayne Christian turned back Cape Fear Christian, 63-61, on Thursday evening. Young added five steals, three rebounds and two assists for the Eagles, who improved to 2-0 overall this...Published: Nov 18, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
MIDDLE SCHOOLS: Norwayne wins WCMSAC D-I title
Clay Matthews tossed a pair of touchdown passes, and Norwayne claimed the Wayne County Middle Schools Athletic Conference Division I championship Thursday afternoon. Matthews completed scoring strikes to Ashton Perozini and Hunter Theriac. Omar Tucker rushed for three TDs....Published: Nov 18, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Thursday, November 17, 2016
FOOTBALL PREVIEW: North Duplin prepared for Rosman
CALYPSO -- Talking points. They are a necessary evil for area varsity football coaches, whose season begins in August and, with any luck, can stretch through the holiday season -- 20 weeks. Following a win, media members can expect to...Published: Nov 17, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL PREVIEW: Warriors get another shot at South Johnston
bcoley@newsargus.com Eastern Wayne head coach Leander Oates was on the sideline for last year's first-round loss against South Johnston. He believes the Warriors should have won the game. On Friday, Oates' team will have a chance to prove last year's...Published: Nov 17, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
PLAYOFF CAPSULES: Rosewood at East Carteret
Rosewood (3-8 overall) at East Carteret (10-1) Last time out: North Duplin defeated Rosewood 49-28; East Carteret defeated Jones Senior 63-0. Last meeting: 2014, Rosewood defeated East Carteret 54-20 in first round of playoffs. Notable: Rosewood enters the playoffs on...Published: Nov 17, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL PREVIEW: Bulldogs must take care of details against Riverside
rcoggins@newsargus.com WILLIAMSTON -- Princeton's football team has followed the same regimen since the first official day of practice. Pay attention to detail on offense and defense. Go hard on every play. Turn the small failures into big successes. It's an...Published: Nov 17, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
WRESTLING: CBA matmen split season-opening tri-meet
WENDELL -- Charles B. Aycock opened its 2016-17 campaign with a split on the mat during action against Princeton and Corinth-Holders on Wednesday afternoon. The Golden Falcons defeated Princeton 54-18 and dropped a 42-36 decision to the meet host. Seniors...Published: Nov 17, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
PLAYOFF CAPSULES: Spring Creek at Lakewood
Spring Creek (3-8 overall) at Lakewood (8-3) Last time out: Spring Creek lost 54-7 to Princeton; Lakewood defeated James Kenan 38-21. Last meeting: 2016, Lakewood won 29-0. Notable: Spring Creek is making its fourth consecutive playoff appearance and is 0-9...Published: Nov 17, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
NRYFL: Charles B. Aycock 18, Boys & Girls Club 12
12-Under: Landon Frazier rushed for a team-leading 95 yards and two touchdowns as the Charles B. Aycock Little Falcons advanced to the Neuse River Youth Football League Division I championship game. Braxton Morton provided one TD. Armontae Pitts and...Published: Nov 17, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
WRESTLING: Reigning 1A state champ Rosewood starts 2-0
KENLY -- Defending state 1-A dual-team champion Rosewood launched its 2016-17 season with a tri-meet sweep of Louisburg and host North Johnston on Tuesday evening. The Eagles shut out Louisburg 74-0 and cruised past the Panthers 72-12. "As a team,...Published: Nov 17, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Wednesday, November 16, 2016
BASKETBALL: Neuse Christian girls dominate Chargers
bcoley@newsargus.com Wayne Country Day head coach David Flowers told his players there would be tough teams on the upcoming schedule. The Chargers understood that Flowers wasn't exaggerating. He might have undersold it, actually. Neuse Christian used its immense talent and...Published: Nov 16, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL: Southern Wayne girls drop season opener
WENDELL -- Samiya Bess poured in a team-high 17 points during Southern Wayne's 56-37, season-opening loss to Cleveland on Tuesday evening. Iyahna Bess contributed 10 points and dished out five assists. The Saints (0-1 overall) visit North Pitt on Friday....Published: Nov 16, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL: Sembley leads Wayne Christian past Goldsboro Heat
Marteye Sembley torched the nets for a team-high 26 points during Wayne Christian's season-opening, 73-61 victory over the Goldsboro Heat inside Clifford Gym. Reyshawn Wellington just missed a double-double with 10 points and eight rebounds. Darrian Oates contributed 13 points....Published: Nov 16, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Grantham 54, Spring Creek 0
De'zhar Howell and Trae Roa rushed for two touchdowns apiece, and Grantham finished a perfect 8-0 in Wayne County Middle School Athletic Conference play this season. Howell's scoring runs covered 70 and 36 yards. Roa turned in 30- and 35-yard...Published: Nov 16, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL BOX: Neuse Christian at WCDS girls
Neuse Christian 17 30 15 17 -- 79 WCDS 13 8 5 10 -- 36 NEUSE CHRISTIAN (1-0) Julia Zupicich 2 2 1-2 11, Maria Albiero 6 2 2-2 20, Mack Wilder 5 0 5-5 15, Anna Giammarino 1 0...Published: Nov 16, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL: King gets in foul trouble, Sanders takes over
bcoley@newsargus.com Wayne Country Day's biggest player -- 6-foot-5 Jamal King -- was the victim of early foul trouble against Neuse Christian on Tuesday. That gaping hole left by King was quickly filled by the smallest Charger on the court --...Published: Nov 16, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
PREPS DIGEST: JV, middle schools
JV * Boys' basketball: Wayne Country Day 66, Neuse Christian 51 -- Jaden Cooper led four Chargers in double figures with 18 points. Andrew Gattis contributed 17 points. Cooper Edmondson and Case Kermode pumped in 12 points apiece. WCDS...Published: Nov 16, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL BOX: Neuse Christian at WCDS boys
Neuse Christian 16 11 21 12 -- 60 WCDS 22 22 15 25 -- 84 NEUSE CHRISTIAN (0-1) Braden Teller 0 1 0-0 3, Maurice Wilcox 0 1 0-0 3, Kaleb Hunter 8 1 1-4 20, Joshua Hall 1 0...Published: Nov 16, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
Jones enjoys stellar evening, qualifies twice for regionals
Fighting every breath and hearing her teammates yell "go!" as she churned through the pool, Jazmin Jones finally touched the wall. She heaved a sigh of relief. And then she looked at the bright red time posted for her lane....Published: Nov 15, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Area swimming results
Individual winners from the season-opening, multi-team meet contested at the B.G. Darden Natatorium inside the Goldsboro Family Y on Monday evening: GIRLS 200 medley relay - Goldsboro (Megan Huston, Anna Presbindowski, Anna Breck, Navia Dixit), 2 minutes, 19.98 seconds. 200...Published: Nov 15, 2016 10:09 AM Full Story
Monday, November 14, 2016
BOYS' TENNIS: Dively succeeding in offseason
From staff reports WILSON -- Sam Dively has undoubtedly been busy during the offseason. The Wayne Country Day sophomore is sharpening his skills on the tennis court before the chill of winter arrives. Dively emerged as the runner-up in the...Published: Nov 14, 2016 10:40 AM Full Story
UMO -- Weekend hoops
SALISBURY -- Felecity Haves and Ni'Ya Styles pumped in 15 points apiece as the University of Mount Olive women's basketball team defeated Queens University of Charlotte, 68-60, on day two of the SAC/Conference Carolinas Challenge. Tied at 33-all at...Published: Nov 14, 2016 10:01 AM Full Story
TENNIS -- Sam Dively
WILSON -- Sam Dively has undoubtedly been busy during the offseason. The Wayne Country Day sophomore is sharpening his skills on the tennis court before the chill of winter arrives. Dively emerged as the runner-up in the recently-contested 2016...Published: Nov 14, 2016 10:01 AM Full Story
Sunday, November 13, 2016
SIGNING: CBA's Waddell headed to UMO
PIKEVILLE -- Intimidating. That's one of the buzz words C.B. Aycock softball coach LaVon Matthews used to describe Taylor Waddell. The University of Mount Olive coaching staff wholeheartedly agreed with Matthews' assessment. Waddell signed to play with the Trojans and...Published: Nov 13, 2016 9:40 AM Full Story
SIGNING: Princeton's Eklund, Flowers each ink NLI
rcoggins@newsargus.com PRINCETON -- One-stop searching. Princeton seniors Daisey Eklund and Tanner Flowers used the same approach when they scoped out their future homes once they hang up their respective blue-and-gold uniforms. Eklund signed a national letter-of-intent to play volleyball at...Published: Nov 13, 2016 9:40 AM Full Story
GOLF: Bartlett scores 'albatross' at GMGC
Crow Bartlett achieved one of the rarest feats in golf -- the elusive double eagle, or albatross -- on hole No. 14 at Goldsboro Municipal Golf Course on Friday. Playing partners Craig Sutton, Pat Rowley and John Pate witnessed...Published: Nov 13, 2016 9:40 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: So. Wayne @ D.H. Conley
Southern Wayne 18 13 0 6 -- 37 D.H. Conley 28 21 21 21 -- 70 First quarter SW -- Walker 58 run (kick failed) SW -- Casbarro 78 pass from Carlton (pass failed) SW -- Walker 55 pass from...Published: Nov 13, 2016 9:40 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: J.H. Rose @ Eastern Wayne
INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING: Eastern Wayne -- Matt Askew-Betts 12-122, 2 TDs; Junious Tyson 5-11; Zeke Best 2-(minus-3), TD; Anthony McNair 2-0; Marcus Rouse 1-(minus-7); Tyler Davis 1-(minus-1). PASSING: Eastern Wayne -- Best 16-30-1, 255, TD. RECEIVING: Eastern Wayne -- Alex...Published: Nov 13, 2016 9:40 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: Goldsboro @ South Lenoir
Goldsboro 7 0 0 0 -- 7 South Lenoir 0 12 0 8 -- 20 First quarter G -- Bowden 1 run (Quiroz kick) INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING: Goldsboro -- Dayquell Dawson 1-5; Dennis Coley 5-32; Tilwan James 3-8; Xzavior Bowden...Published: Nov 13, 2016 9:40 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL: WCDS girls roll in season opener
bcoley@newsargus.com Wayne Country Day head coach David Flowers knows his girls' team is still learning how to master the fundamentals. But against Terra Ceia Friday night, the Chargers appeared to be dishing out the lessons in a dominant 57-23 victory...Published: Nov 13, 2016 9:40 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL: WCDS boys fight past Terra Ceia
bcoley@newsargus.com Friday night's game between Wayne Country Day and Terra Ceia was an absolute slugfest -- literally. Sharp elbows were thrown, bloody wounds were formed and angry fans were seething in the bleachers. In the first game of the season,...Published: Nov 13, 2016 9:40 AM Full Story
FALL AWARDS: Wayne Christian honor athletes
Wayne Christian concluded its fall sports season with an awards ceremony and chili cook-off festival. The Eagles celebrated winning their first-ever Coastal Plains Independent 1-A Conference volleyball title, and advancing to the final four of the N.C. Independent Schools...Published: Nov 13, 2016 9:40 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL: Saints' Casbarro has career receiving night
HOLLYWOOD CROSSROADS -- Jack Casbarro reeled in two touchdown receptions and finished with a career-high 128 yards receiving during Southern Wayne's season-ending, 70-37 loss to Eastern Carolina 3-A/4-A Conference foe D.H. Conley. Casbarro caught a 78-yard TD strike from quarterback...Published: Nov 13, 2016 9:40 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL: Playoff-bound Warriors fall to J.H. Rose
Eastern Wayne is headed to the postseason despite dropping a 70-28 decision to Eastern Carolina 3-A/4-A Conference foe J.H. Rose in the regular-season finale for both teams. The Warriors (4-6 overall, 2-4 ECC) gained the No. 1 berth from the...Published: Nov 13, 2016 9:40 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL: Blue Devils knock off Cougars
DEEP RUN -- Goldsboro's 2016 football campaign came to a close with a season-ending, 20-7 loss to Eastern Carolina 2-A Conference foe South Lenoir. Zxavior Bowden tallied the Cougars' lone touchdown -- a 1-yard dive in the opening quarter. He...Published: Nov 13, 2016 9:40 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Five area teams qualify, Rebels No. 1 seed in Midwest Region
By RUDY COGGINS rcoggins@newsargus.com Some consider college football's bowl season the most wonderful time of the year. The high school football playoffs rank right up there with that sentiment. Back on Aug. 1, nearly 400 teams began early-morning workouts for...Published: Nov 13, 2016 9:40 AM Full Story
Friday, November 11, 2016
BASKETBALL PREVIEW: Higginbotham will put young team on the floor this season
rcoggins@newsargus.com MOUNT OLIVE -- Youth is served. And patience is the main dish on the menu. Seven talented -- but raw -- freshmen will dine at the University of Mount Olive men's basketball table this season. It's a large portion...Published: Nov 11, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL: Princeton claims piece of Carolina 1A title for first time since 1983
PRINCETON -- Insanity. That very well may be the only term appropriate enough to recount the Princeton varsity football team's high-octane, 54-7 pummeling of Carolina 1-A foe Spring Creek at venerable Harvey Brooks Field on Thursday evening. The start-to-finish tour...Published: Nov 11, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL: North Duplin earns share of Carolina 1A title
North Duplin quarterback Will Archer may need to consider becoming a magician. On the Rebels' second drive against Rosewood, Archer hid the ball in the running back's belly. The junior masterfully pulled the pigskin out at the last second and...Published: Nov 11, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
PREP FOOTBALL: Aycock falls to South Central, ends year 2-9
The Association will release the playoff pairings Saturday. Huddled one on knee around their coach, the Golden Falcons listened to one final emotional post-game speech from head coach Steve Brooks. They soon dispersed to different areas of the field and...Published: Nov 11, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL PREVIEW: UMO women play first 7 games on the road
rcoggins@newsargus.com CHARLOTTE -- You want to talk about an early-season test in camaraderie among teammates? Just take a look at University of Mount Olive's basketball schedule. The Trojan women open a seven-game road swing today against in-state foe Catawba in...Published: Nov 11, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: Spring Creek @ Princeton
Spring Creek 0 0 7 0 -- 7 Princeton 38 8 8 0 -- 54 First quarter P -- Gibson, Jr. 56 run (Gibson, Jr. conversion), 11:46 P -- Gibson, Jr. 19 run (Conversion failed), 10:32 P -- James 12...Published: Nov 11, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: North Duplin @ Rosewood
North Duplin 12 22 15 0 -- 49 Rosewood 7 7 7 7 -- 28 First quarter ND -- Archer 6 run (kick failed), 4:15 R -- Helt 37 run (Massengill kick), 2:16 ND -- Archer 63 run (run failed),...Published: Nov 11, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: C.B. Aycock @ South Central
C.B. Aycock 7 7 6 8 -- 28 South Central 7 38 21 0 -- 66 First quarter SC -- McDuffie 14 run (Tawney kick), 5:40 CBA -- Darden 7 pass from Flowers (Harrison kick), 2:33 Second quarter SC --...Published: Nov 11, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Thursday, November 10, 2016
FOOTBALL PREVIEW: Bulldogs face Gators for high stakes
PRINCETON -- The task is simple. Quell the noise around you and win. That's the approach shared by gridiron rivals Spring Creek and Princeton, who enter tonight's Carolina 1-A regular-season finale at Harvey Brooks Field on the heels of vastly...Published: Nov 10, 2016 2:46 PM Full Story
FOOTBALL PREVIEW: Rebels eye piece of Carolina 1A crown
bcoley@newsargus.com In the 2016 season, North Duplin has used a rigid defense to break the will of its opponents. That's been the trend in Calypso. A program that gave up 33.8 points per game two years ago is now allowing...Published: Nov 10, 2016 2:46 PM Full Story
FOOTBALL CAPSULE: Southern Wayne @ D.H. Conley
SOUTHERN WAYNE (1-8, 0-4) at D.H. CONLEY (7-3, 4-1) Last time out: Southern Wayne had a bye week; D.H. Conley defeated South Central 70-24. Last meeting: 2015, D.H. Conley won 49-0. Notable: Southern Wayne is experiencing its best offensive season...Published: Nov 10, 2016 2:46 PM Full Story
FOOTBALL CAPSULE: Goldsboro @ South Lenoir
GOLDSBORO (0-10, 0-4 ECC 2A) at SOUTH LENOIR (3-7, 0-4) Last time out: Goldsboro lost 28-20 to Greene Central; South Lenoir lost 9-6 to county archrival North Lenoir. Last meeting: 2015, Goldsboro won 64-6. Notable: South Lenoir and Goldsboro rank...Published: Nov 10, 2016 2:46 PM Full Story
FOOTBALL CAPSULE: J.H. Rose @ Eastern Wayne
J.H. ROSE (5-4, 4-1 ECC) at EASTERN WAYNE (4-5, 2-3) Last time out: Eastern Wayne lost 57-26 to C.B. Aycock; J.H. Rose lost 49-44 to New Bern. Last meeting: 2015, J.H. Rose won 47-27. Notable: The Warriors average an ECC-low...Published: Nov 10, 2016 2:46 PM Full Story
NEUSE RIVER YFL: Mount Olive 21, C.B. Aycock 14
12-Under: Armani Holmes and Landon Frazier each scored a touchdown during the Little Falcons' regular-season finale. Frazier and Braxton Morton each supplied a one-point conversion. Frazier led CBA's ground attack with 96 yards, followed by Morton (40 yards) and Holmes...Published: Nov 10, 2016 2:46 PM Full Story
JV FOOTBALL: South Central 50, C.B. Aycock 6
Jayshon Broadhurst rambled for C.B. Aycock's lone touchdown -- a 60-yard run -- during the regular-season finale for both teams Wednesday evening. The Golden Falcons ended the year 4-6 overall. Untitled Story...Published: Nov 10, 2016 2:46 PM Full Story
JV FOOTBALL: Goldsboro 47, South Lenoir 20
Brody Morton threw for 120 yards and three touchdowns, and Malik Scott-McClarin added two rushing TDs during the Cougars' regular-season finale against the Blue Devils. Morton tossed scoring strikes to Naz Wooten, Reed Barnett and Dameon Brown. McClarin paced the...Published: Nov 10, 2016 2:46 PM Full Story
FOOTBALL PREVIEW: Aycock's season hinges on South Central outcome
rcoggins@newsargus.com WINTERVILLE -- Forgive Steve Brooks if his needle stays stuck in the same groove on the record each week. It's not intentional. But it serves a purpose. The fourth-year Charles B. Aycock head football coach constantly reminds his team...Published: Nov 10, 2016 2:46 PM Full Story
PREPS DIGEST: Middle school news
Middle schools * Football: Norwayne 38, Mount Olive 0 -- Omar Tucker and Elisha Davis tallied two touchdowns apiece during the Cobras' shutout win. Tylil Faison provided one TD. Clay Matthews and Dalton Barfield each tallied a two-point conversion....Published: Nov 10, 2016 2:46 PM Full Story
Wednesday, November 9, 2016
BOYS' SOCCER: Terry Sanford knocks out CBA from 3A playoffs
jhayes@newsargus.com PIKEVILLE -- Fast, furious and fundamentally flawed. That was the formed consensus by many last night at Hardy Talton Stadium, following Charles B. Aycock's hard fought -- and wholly bizarre -- 2-1 loss to Terry Sanford during second-round play...Published: Nov 9, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
BOYS' SOCCER: Avalos' 4-goal outing propels Gators into 3rd round
rcoggins@newsargus.com LOUISBURG -- Set the pace. Work hard. Don't give up. And oh yeah, look for No. 7. Spring Creek head coach Mario Aguilar Jr. couldn't have asked for a better performance from his team Tuesday evening. The Gators established...Published: Nov 9, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
NRYFL: C.B. Aycock, Mount Olive results
Neuse River YFL * 12-Under: Charles B. Aycock 33, Boys Club 12 -- Landon Frazier rushed for 118 yards and two touchdowns, and recovered an onside kick during the Little Falcons' victory. Armani Holmes, Rico Martinez and Braxton added one...Published: Nov 9, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
GOLF: Walnut Creek LGA news
Hiromi Sueki emerged as the low gross winner during first flight play on the Walnut Creek Country Club links. Mona McConnaughey and Faye Franklin secured low net and low putts, respectively. Second flight winners were Gaye Bryant (low gross), Penny...Published: Nov 9, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
GOLF: Combs records ace at GMGC
Bud Combs logged his first-ever hole-in-one during recent play on the Goldsboro Municipal Golf Club links. Combs aced the hole No. 12 while playing with Scott Learn and 'Bo' Hughes....Published: Nov 9, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
PREPS DIGEST: Middle schools
Middle schools * Football: Grantham 36, Rosewood 8 -- Mark Graham rushed for touchdowns of 5, 15 and 25 yards during the Bulldogs' victory. De'zhar Howell provided two TDs. Tanner Brock and Terquavis Butler combined for three 2-point conversions....Published: Nov 9, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Monday, November 7, 2016
EXHIBITION -- UMO @ UNCW
UMO Media Relations WILMINGTON -- Dedric Byrd and redshirt freshman Armond Griebe pumped in 15 points apiece during University of Mount Olive's 117-65 loss to in-state rival UNC Wilmington on Sunday afternoon. It was the Trojans' lone exhibition game of...Published: Nov 7, 2016 10:14 AM Full Story
Sunday, November 6, 2016
BOYS' SOCCER: Goldsboro falls in opening-round playoff game
jhayes@newsargus.com There's chaos, then there's organized chaos. Graham High School used healthy doses of the latter on Saturday night to upend third-seeded Goldsboro High, 3-1, in the opening round of the N.C. High School Athletic Association 2-A soccer playoffs. And...Published: Nov 6, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
BOYS' SOCCER: Avila scores twice in OT, Gators oust Eagles
rcoggins@newsargus.com SEVEN SPRINGS -- Alex Avila never stopped charging the net. Midway through the first overtime, teammate Jose Reynaga ripped a right-footed shot that clanged off the crossbar. The ball bounced inside the goal line. Goal or not? "I didn't...Published: Nov 6, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
BOYS' SOCCER: Doulin's goal lifts CBA in sudden-death OT
bcoley@newsargus.com PIKEVILLE -- Every time Sean Doulin sprinted toward Asheboro's goal Saturday night, Charles B. Aycock head coach Corey Worrell could be heard screaming, "Go, Sean! Go!" For over 100 minutes, the pleas were in vain. But Worrell didn't give...Published: Nov 6, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL: North Duplin keeps conference title hopes alive
jhayes@newsargus.com CALYPSO -- Do. Your. Job. North Duplin used the now-popular refrain with calculated efficiency on Friday night, executing cleanly over four quarters to dispatch Carolina 1-A rival Spring Creek, 35-19, at H.E. Grubbs Field. From the outset, the triumph...Published: Nov 6, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL: Princeton turns in school-record rushing effort
bcoley@newsargus.com In a way, Princeton's offense is quite predictable. The wing-T -- a misdirection running scheme -- requires an unwavering commitment to the ground game. So when the Bulldogs entered Branch Pope Field to play Rosewood on Friday evening, the...Published: Nov 6, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL: Cougars give Rams fits in ECC 2A
The tweet said it all. @GoldsboroFball "Unbelievably proud of our guys tonight...seniors, thank you for emptying the clip on your final home game. Final ride on Thursday" Dayquell Dawson tossed a pair of touchdown passes in Goldsboro's 28-20 loss...Published: Nov 6, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL: Golden Falcons strike early, often
rcoggins@newsargus.com PIKEVILLE -- Steve Brooks has already cast his vote for Wayne County player-of-the-year. Leander Oates didn't disagree. Caleb Gough rushed for a game-high 206 yards and collected three touchdowns in Charles B. Aycock's resounding 57-26 senior night conquest of...Published: Nov 6, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
JV FOOTBALL: C.B. Aycock 29, Eastern Wayne 6
Blake Dilda rushed for two touchdowns and kicked two extra points during the Golden Falcons' road victory. Tyler Hughes broke loose for a 20-yard touchdown run. Amir Fuller blocked a punt in the end zone that resulted in a...Published: Nov 6, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: Spring Creek @ North Duplin
Spring Creek 6 13 0 0 -- 19 North Duplin 7 14 7 7 -- 35 First quarter ND -- Addison 31 run (Craig kick), 7:22 SC -- Kittrell 2 run (kick blocked), 1:49 Second quarter ND -- Addison 16...Published: Nov 6, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: Princeton @ Rosewood
Princeton 16 14 24 20 -- 74 Rosewood 8 13 19 12 -- 52 First quarter P -- Stallworth 55 run (Gibson Jr. run) P -- Gibson Jr. 44 run (Gibson Jr. run) R -- Helt 62 run (Helt run)...Published: Nov 6, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: Greene Central @ Goldsboro
Greene Central 7 7 7 7 -- 28 Goldsboro 6 0 8 6 -- 20 First quarter G -- Bowden 3 run Third quarter G -- Alston 38 pass from Dawson (Bowden run) Fourth quarter G -- Tookes 13 pass...Published: Nov 6, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL BOX: Eastern Wayne @ C.B. Aycock
Eastern Wayne 6-6-14-0-26 CB Aycock 22-14-21-0-57 First quarter CBA -- Gough 37 run (Harrison kick), 10:06CBA -- Gough 2 run (Turner pass from Flowers), 8:44CBA -- Farmer 19 run (Harrison kick), 7:29EW -- Davis 18 pass from Best (kick failed),...Published: Nov 6, 2016 1:45 AM Full Story
Friday, November 4, 2016
FOOTBALL PREVIEW: Eagles' defense must contain Bethel's running game
KINSTON -- Each time Bethel Christian takes an offensive snap tonight, Wayne Christian's defense has one objective -- find No. 6. That's Javon Edwards for those of you who don't have a BC roster handy. Edwards logged six touchdowns and...Published: Nov 4, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL PREVIEW: Gators hope to knock off Rebels
The short rows. Suggestive of a task nearing maturity, the phrase is a well-worn bit of southern-fried shop talk. For Wayne County varsity football programs, it's a fully formed bit of reality. Such is the case this evening in Calypso,...Published: Nov 4, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL PREVIEW: Gaster says Bulldogs control their destiny
The Carolina 1-A Conference has offered its share of surprises in the 2016 season. Since its formation in 2013, James Kenan has won or shared the league each of the past three seasons. But that streak is in danger of...Published: Nov 4, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL PREVIEW: CBA must keep emotions on even keel against EW
PIKEVILLE -- Rivalry games are usually the most fun and usually the most gut wrenching at the same time. Friendships are cast aside. Emotions -- some good, some bad -- boil to the surface. Expect a few hard knocks. There...Published: Nov 4, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
JV FOOTBALL: Goldsboro 34, Greene Central 6
Darius Rodgers rushed for two touchdowns and hauled in a 71-yard scoring pass from Brody Morton during the Cougars' road victory Thursday evening. Rodgers' TD runs covered 4 and 80 yards. Backfield mate JB Rhodes added two TDs. The duo...Published: Nov 4, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
GOLF: Lane Tree LGA news
The Lane Tree Ladies Golf Association concluded its "tournament year" on Oct. 30. Sue Glover emerged as the game-of-the-week winner from the red tees. Shelly Leder secured low net and Lou Wilson seized low putts. Linda Watson captured GOW honors...Published: Nov 4, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
PREPS DIGEST: Middle schools news
Middle schools * Volleyball: Norwayne d. Spring Creek 25-14, 25-17, 25-15 -- Norwayne concluded the season 13-0 and captured the Wayne County Middle Schools Athletic Conference Division I championship. Alissa Price and Virginia Edmondson combined for three blocks for...Published: Nov 4, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
FOOTBALL CAPSULE: Greene Central @ Goldsboro
GREENE CENTRAL (6-3 overall, 1-2 ECC 2-A) at GOLDSBORO HIGH (0-9, 0-3) Last time out: Goldsboro lost 48-6 to Ayden-Grifton; Greene Central d. South Lenoir 61-28. Last meeting: 2015, Greene Central won 56-0. Notable: Xzavior Bowden leads the Cougars' ground...Published: Nov 4, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Thursday, November 3, 2016
AWARDS: Wayne Country Day athletes honored after fall season ends
Wayne Country Day athletes concluded their fall sports campaign with a season-ending awards ceremony held in the gymnasium. Two teams were recognized for winning state championships this past weekend -- girls' cross country and girls' tennis. The tennis squad...Published: Nov 3, 2016 11:12 AM Full Story
BOYS' SOCCER: Goldsboro clinches ECC 2A regular-season title
jhayes@newsargus.com Throttle down. That was the rally cry amongst Goldsboro High varsity pitchmen Thursday evening, who used the sentiment to clinically dispatch Eastern Carolina 2-A Conference rival South Lenoir, 1-0, and emerge as outright league champions for the first time...Published: Nov 3, 2016 11:12 AM Full Story
BASKETBALL: Memories of father fuels sophomore's soul
bcoley@newsargus.com Jamal King remembers sharing laughs with his father, Larry King. He remembers working on a farm alongside his dad and learning what it meant to be responsible. He remembers, around his fourth birthday, when Larry bought him a basketball...Published: Nov 3, 2016 11:12 AM Full Story
PREPS DIGEST: Middle schools
Middle schools * Football: Norwayne 22, Dillard 18 -- Omar Tucker tallied all three touchdowns for the Cobras. Clay Matthews contributed a two-point conversion and paced the passing attack along with Drew Spencer and Ashton Perrozinni. Defensive leaders were Tucker,...Published: Nov 3, 2016 11:12 AM Full Story
Wednesday, November 2, 2016
GIRLS' TENNIS: Chatham Central ousts Rosewood from 1A dual-team playoffs
Chatham Central carried a confident swagger onto the Rosewood courts Tuesday afternoon and immediately seized control in every singles match. In fact, the Bears imposed their will on the Eagles, who had lost their rhythm due to lack of practice...Published: Nov 2, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
NRYFL: C.B. Aycock 28, Rosewood 13
James O'Neal, Braxton Norton, Armani Holmes and Isaac Seluli each scored a touchdown for the Little Falcons. Holmes, O'Neal and Morton combined to rush for 103 yards. Cody Cutlip emerged as the defensive leader with five tackls and one quarterback...Published: Nov 2, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
JV FOOTBALL: D.H. Conley 28, C.B. Aycock 20
Blake Dilda threw a touchdown pass and Junior Smith recorded a "pick six" as the Golden Falcons dropped a 28-20 decision in Eastern Carolina 3-A/4-A Conference play. Smith's interception covered 45 yards. Tyler Hughes broke loose for a 65-yard TD...Published: Nov 2, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
GOLF: Walnut Creek LGA news
Faye Franklin won low gross during weekly play on the Walnut Creek Country Club links. Penny Ritt seized low net. Mary Morris secured low putts....Published: Nov 2, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
BOYS' SOCCER: Kornegay logs hat trick, Saints surprise JH Rose
Shyquell Kornegay registered a hat trick (three goals) as Southern Wayne knocked off J.H. Rose, 3-1, in an Eastern Carolina 3-A/4-A Conference contest Tuesday evening. Alex Roblero provided one assist for the Saints. Southern Wayne (5-9-4 overall, 3-7-2) suffered...Published: Nov 2, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
BOYS' SOCCER: Goldsboro seizes ECC 2A lead
KINSTON -- Senior Freselam Halefe notched a pair of goals as Goldsboro hammered Kinston, 4-0, in an Eastern Carolina 2-A Conference game Tuesday afternoon. The Cougars, coupled with Greene Central's loss, seized sole possession of the ECC lead at 8-1-0....Published: Nov 2, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
PREPS DIGEST: Middle schools
Middle schools * Volleyball: Rosewood d. Wayne School of Engineering 25-14, 25-22, 21-25, 25-15 -- Alyssa Smothers served eight aces and Allecia Langston contributed six kills during the Eagles' four-set win. Rosewood (11-1 overall) visits Grantham on Thursday. WSE...Published: Nov 2, 2016 9:57 AM Full Story
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Spring Creek edges North Duplin for series sweep
SEVEN SPRINGS -- Throughout the 2016 season, Spring Creek's back line has transformed into a rigid and unforgiving brick wall. If any team possessed the best-suited sledge hammer, it's the North Duplin Rebels. The squad entered Monday's matchup averaging more...Published: Nov 1, 2016 9:27 AM Full Story