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Grimsley High School star QB, No.1 recruit in US announces top 4 college choices
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A local Triad high school quarterback is ranked as the very best football player in the country and is getting ready to announce where he will be playing college football. Grimsley High School’s Faizon Brandon is ranked by 247Sports as the No. 1 overall football player in the Class of 2026. […]
Kevin Keatts adds another to the trophy case at this years NSMA Awards Banquet
GREENSBORO, N.C. — After a historic season at NC State, Kevin Keatts was awarded the Clarence “Big House” Gaines College Basketball Coach of the Year award by the National Sports Media Association. Keatts took the Wolfpack on a magical run through the postseason. After finishing the regular...
Student-Athlete Spotlight: Briana St. Louis
Briana St. Louis has no shortage of options. Slated to enter her senior year at Union Pines High School in the fall, Briana has made a mark in more than one sport. She runs indoor track in the winter, outdoor track in the spring and, through 11th grade, has been a standout in soccer, also a spring sport.
Minor league pitcher and local HBCU grad Devin Sweet talks about his call up to the majors
Pitcher Devin Sweet grew up in Greensboro and played for the North Carolina Central University baseball team from 2014-2018 (the team has since folded). In 2023, Devin made it to the big show, playing for the Detroit Tigers, Seattle Mariners, and the Oakland Athletics, and he currently plays for the minor league Toledo Mud Hens.
Jake Ogden returning home to play for Hurricanes
UNC Greensboro’s Jake Ogden is transferring to Miami. Ogden, a 2022 Coral Reef product who played at Barry his first season, slashed .313/.385/.482 with 10 doubles, two triples, eight home runs and 45 RBIs while starting all 54 games for the Spartans this season. He was also 16 for 18 in stolen bases.
High Point Rockers chairman Coy O. Willard, Jr. passes away
HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — The High Point Rockers baseball team is mourning the loss of their chairman. In an Instagram post made Sunday, the Rockers announced the passing of Coy O. Willard, Jr., the chairman of the board of the High Point Downtown Stadium Foundation. He died Sunday after a long battle with amyotrophic […]
Project To Honor ‘The Greensboro Six’ Who Played All-White Golf Course In 1955
A lot of people know the history of the Greensboro Four – the four NC A&T students who started a major civil rights movement in 1960 by sitting at the segregated lunch counter at the downtown Woolworth’s and refusing to leave. Somewhat less known, however, is the story...
Guilford Seals the Deal on First Time Series Win at Beaver Dam Raceway
Guilford Seals the Deal on First Time Series Win at Beaver Dam Raceway. 30 sprint cars checked into Beaver Dam Raceway to conclude the June portion of the Bumper to Bumper IRA Sprint Car Schedule for an open wheel spectacular. Fans were treated to a thrilling feature and magnificent fireworks show put on by the track.
Trinity’s Tim Kelly retires
TRINITY — When it comes to the longevity of a high school coach, family will always play a big part in that decision on whether to remain on the sidelines or finally hang up the whistle. After 35 years as the Trinity High School varsity boys basketball coach and...
Phoenix Duo To Compete In The World Athletics U20 Championships
Elon, N.C. – Two members of the Elon University track & field program will compete Aug. 28-31 at the World Athletics U20 Championships in Lima, Peru. Sophomore Stavriana Adamou will compete in the 100 hurdles and incoming freshman Duna Viñals will take part in the 400 hurdles. Adamou,...
Mark Rinker Named Elon Head Cross Country/Assistant Track & Field Coach
ELON, N.C. (July 1, 2024) – Elon University Director of Athletics Jenn Strawley and Director of Track and Field and Cross Country Mark Elliston announced the hiring of Mark Rinker as the Phoenix's head cross country coach/assistant track & field coach on Monday, July 1. Rinker arrives to Elon after spending the past four seasons as an assistant track coach and head cross country coach at Eastern Michigan.
INF Jake Ogden commits to Miami
Miami added a versatile bat to the lineup with the addition of UNC Greensboro INF Jake Ogden. The 6’, 190-pound Ogden is a graduate of Coral Reef High School in Miami and began his career at Barry. After posting a .322/.408/.528 slash line as a freshman, he transferred to UNC Greensboro where he hit .313/.385/.482 with 8 HRs as a sophomore.
High Point Finishes No. 14 in DI-AAA; No. 122 in LEARFIELD Directors' Cup Standings
CLEVELAND, OHIO — The National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics announced the final Division I LEARFIELD Directors' Cup 2023-2024 standings on Wednesday that featured High Point University Athletics' second-highest finish. Among DI-AAA universities, the Panthers ranked No. 14 of 101 DI-AAA schools without football while finishing No. 122...
Five Women’s Golfers Earn WGCA All-American Scholar Honors
CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. – Five members of the Elon University women's golf team were recognized as 2023-24 WGCA All-American Scholars on Monday, July 1. Annabelle Ackroyd, Lotte Fox, Ashley Lafontaine, Apple Ngamwong and Charlotte Scully represented the Phoenix on the team. Ackroyd competed in all 10 tournaments this season...
High Point Unveils NIL Collective: Friends of HPU
High Point, N.C. — Friends of HPU, the premier NIL Collective supporting High Point University student-athletes, announced the launch of its brand-new website and membership program on Monday, July 1. This initiative aims to enhance engagement with and support for High Point student-athletes through an innovative and experiential membership program that offers exclusive benefits and an upgraded website and NIL platform.
Six Panthers Earn CSC All-District Recognition
HIGH POINT, N.C. – The College Sport Communicators announced the 2024 Academic All-District® Men's and Women's Track & Field teams. CSC recognizes the nation's top student-athletes for their combined performances on the track, in the field, and in the classroom. Six members of the Track & Field Teams were named to the All-District team on Tuesday, June 18th, including Sydney Horn, Auriane Viola, Lindsay Cooper, Chris Van Viekerk, Reid Holloway and Cole Wilson.
Coaching Jobs: Trinity High School (District 3 – Class 3A)
Trinity High School (District 3 – Class 3A) is seeking a defensive coach preferably with secondary experience for our V/JV program, effective immediately for the 2024 season. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication, organization, and leadership skills to develop student-athletes on and off the field. The candidate must have a proficient understanding of outside linebackers, defensive back strategies, fundamentals, and techniques. Must be able to obtain clearances in a timely manner. Interested candidates should email their resumes to head Coach, Kevin Yarnivich at kyarnivich@thsrocks.us.
Lower Richland High Student-Athlete named All-American at Adidas Track National
Lower Richland High School student-athlete Jhnai Sumter was named an All-American at the Adidas Track Nationals, which were held June 14-16 at the Marcus T. Johnson Track Complex at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical (A&T) State University in Greensboro, North Carolina. Jhnai placed third overall in the javelin championship competition...
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