In a game that lasted only five innings because of heavy rain, Goldsboro came back to defeat Spring Creek 9-6 on Tuesday. “It was a great team effort, and they didn’t give up,” Goldsboro head coach Danny Merritt said. “All the way through the lineup, we kept making things happen.” Spring Creek took an early…… read more »
Wayne Country Day had a 1-0 lead at halftime against Trinity Academy in the first round of the NCISAA playoffs on Tuesday. However, the Chargers were unable to hang onto the lead, and Trinity Academy scored three goals in the second half to defeat the Chargers 3-2. Macy Floyd scored both goals for Wayne Country…… read more »
There is nothing better than to open the playoffs in near-perfect fashion. Just ask North Duplin. The Rebels scored 10 runs on 10 hits and did not allow a run during a 10-0, mercy-rule win against Falls Lake Academy in the first round of the N.C. High School Athletic Association 1A playoffs on Monday evening.…… read more »
From the time she was eight years old, Sara Daughtry spent her time honing her volleyball skills. Now a senior at Princeton, Daughtry will have the opportunity to continue to develop her game at Pitt Community College after recently signing a national letter of intent with the Bulldogs. “It’s a great feeling to know that…… read more »
In Friday night’s regular-season finale, Goldsboro’s speed and shiftiness quickly wore on the Wallace-Rose Hill players. Bodies were hunched over, hands were placed on heads, and sprints were turned into jogs, while Goldsboro showcased a motor that Wallace-Rose Hill could not shut off. The Cougars scored four goals in the first half and defeated Wallace-Rose…… read more »
Wayne County United Soccer Club’s U17 Boys won the 1st Division League on Friday night to earn a promotion and a spot in the Premier Division. Wayne County United hosted Wilson Youth Soccer Association (WYSA) on Friday night in the final game of the season. Despite only needing a tie to clinch, WCUSC went for…… read more »
Goldsboro defeated Wallace-Rose Hill 5-4 on Friday afternoon. It was the final game of the season for both teams. Goldsboro ends the season with a 7-7 overall record. The Cougars held a 1-0 early in the game, only to watch Wallace-Rose Hill eventually tie the game 4-4. However, in the bottom of the seventh inning,…… read more »
One of Wayne County’s best basketball players made his college decision official on Friday morning. Jaden Cooper is headed to the Ivy League. He officially signed a national letter of intent to play basketball at Columbia University next season. “It’s such a blessing, and to able to sign something like this is very heartwarming. I’m…… read more »
Wayne Christian remained undefeated with an 8-2 win against Rosewood on Thursday afternoon. With the win, Wayne Christian improved its overall record to 17-0. “I thought we hit the ball,” Wayne Christian head coach Tommy Fox said. “We hit the ball hard, and Rosewood’s outfield made some nice plays. Rosewood has got a good team.”…… read more »
It is not easy to be a student-athlete who has step up and play a significant role on a varsity level as a freshman. James Rodriguez was not a typical freshman. From the day he joined the C.B. Aycock boys’ tennis team, he was mentally and physically prepared for a significant role on the team.…… read more »
