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Athletes Of The Week: Billy Strickland

Athletes Of The Week: Billy Strickland

When Billy Strickland started running, he had no idea how much running would positively impact his life. Strickland has overcome numerous obstacles throughout his life, and he never stopped running after his dreams, and he is this week’s Male Athlete of the Week. “I thought I looked fat in the mirror, so I decided to…read more »

Cross Country: Princeton, Rosewood and North Duplin Compete in CC Meet

Cross Country: Princeton, Rosewood and North Duplin Compete in CC Meet

Overcoming the cold weather, Rosewood teammates Jaylee Amy and India Young finished among the top 10 during a Carolina 1A Conference meet ran at the Pikeville Town Hall on Monday afternoon. Amy took first individually with a time of 25 minutes, 0.4 seconds. Young crossed the line second in 26:14.60. Princeton’s Margaret Parrish (third, 27:10.40)…read more »

Athletes Of The Week: Todd Gardner

Athletes Of The Week: Todd Gardner

During the spring and summer, when the cross country season’s status was still unknown, C.B. Aycock’s Todd Gardner put in the work to make sure he was ready if he got the chance to compete. When that opportunity came, the junior was prepared, and it was clear his offseason training paid dividends. Gardner, who wants…read more »

Cross Country: Rosewood and North Duplin Compete In Carolina Conference 1A Meet

Cross Country: Rosewood and North Duplin Compete In Carolina Conference 1A Meet

Rosewood had another strong showing at a Carolina 1A Conference cross country meet on Tuesday afternoon. Katelyn Merrit won the girls’ race in 23 minutes and 33 seconds and propelled the team to a first-place finish. Merrit’s teammates Jaylee Amy (23:35), India Young (27:19) and Adler Shaw (29:34) finished in second, third, and fourth place,…read more »

Cross Country: C.B. Aycock And Southern Wayne Compete In ECC Action (PHOTO GALLERY)

Cross Country: C.B. Aycock And Southern Wayne Compete In ECC Action (PHOTO GALLERY)

Despite the chilly weather, Charles B. Aycock’s Todd Gardner — as expected — turned in another strong performance at an East Carolina 3A/4A cross country meet at the Bryan Multi-Sports Complex Wednesday afternoon. C.B. Aycock competed alongside Southern Wayne and South Central, with South Central winning the meet. Gardner secured first place in 18 minutes,…read more »

Cross Country: Rosewood and North Duplin Compete Carolina 1A Meet

Cross Country: Rosewood and North Duplin Compete Carolina 1A Meet

Billy Strickland emerged as Rosewood’s top boys’ runner during a Carolina 1A Conference meet against North Duplin last week. Strickland ran the 5k race in 20 minutes. Strickland’s teammates Trenton Schillenger and Carl Belvins posted times of 20:38 and 20:57, respectively. Noel Rangel (21:46) emerged as North Duplin’s top runner, while Mason Best completed the…read more »

Athletes Of The Week: Canaan Tyson

Athletes Of The Week: Canaan Tyson

After four years of hard work, sweat, and a few tears, it is Canaan Tyson’s time to shine. The Eastern Wayne senior spent the past few seasons playing the Warriors’ junior varsity basketball team. Still, this season, Canaan is finally ready for the big spotlight that comes with playing on the varsity level. To get…read more »

Cross Country: C.B. Aycock Wins Eastern Carolina 3A/4A Meet (PHOTO GALLERY)

Cross Country: C.B. Aycock Wins Eastern Carolina 3A/4A Meet (PHOTO GALLERY)

C.B. Aycock’s Todd Gardner covered the 5k trek at the Bryan Multi-Sports Complex in 19 minutes during a four-team, Eastern Carolina 3-A/4-A Conference meet Monday afternoon. Gardner’s teammates Seth Lupton (19:19), Curtin Simmons (19:27), Matthew Stoudt (20:22), Breyden Stevens (20:30) and Greyson Francisco (20:31) all finished among the top 10. C.B. Aycock scored 25 points…read more »

Athletes Of The Week: Adam Casey

Athletes Of The Week: Adam Casey

From running on a track to running through the woods, Adam Casey loves to run. The Princeton senior’s effort and attitude are two characteristics that allow him to run at a high level. Casey’s work ethic sets him apart, and he is this week’s Male Athlete of the Week. “I started running during my freshman…read more »

Athletes Of The Week: Haley Martin

Athletes Of The Week: Haley Martin

A senior leader on both the cross country and girls’ soccer team, Haley Martin has established herself as a premier student-athlete at Charles B. Aycock High School. Martin thrives not only as a player but also as a tremendous teammate and leader. Martin said she feels incredibly lucky to have played high school sports with…read more »

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