Katlyn Parrish is a fundamentally sound basketball player who can do it all on the court. During her four years in a Golden Falcon’s jersey, Parrish has worked hard on and off the court. And her hard work has not gone unobserved — especially by the University of Mount Olive. On Friday afternoon, Parrish signed…… read more »
This morning, according to a press release, Wayne County native Rob Wooten has agreed to purchase the Eastern Carolina Athletic Park (ECAP). ECAP is a 60-acre facility with seven fields and a 15,000 square-foot field house along with a press box and restaurant. For over 20 years, ECAP has hosted hundreds of baseball and softball…… read more »
Saturday’s weather was perfect for the Town of Mount Olive’s annual Black History Month Parade. The procession of vehicles kicked off with Mount Olive Police Chief Jason Hughes and Captain John Duncan leading the parade down Breazeale Avenue toward the old Carver Elementary School. Mary Chasten was the year’s grand marshal. Mount Olive Commissioner Vicky…… read more »
Breazeale Avenue in Mount Olive is expected to be lined with cars and motorcycles this Saturday for the Unity Organization’s annual Black History Month Parade. Lineup begins at 12 PM and the parade gets underway at 1 PM. This year’s parade was scaled back due to COVID-19, and it will feature Mayor Kenneth Talton and…… read more »
From UMO Media Relations MOUNT OLIVE — The University of Mount Olive has announced the spectator policy for athletics competitions for the month of February. For the month of February, the spectator policy for indoor sports will be as follows: -no fans allowed For the month of February, the spectator policy for outdoor sports will be as follows: -no fans for exhibition…… read more »
From UMO Media Relations BRISTOL, Tennesse – The University of Mount Olive men’s basketball team came up short against the Tornado of King University 74-72 on Tuesday night in Conference Carolinas action. UMO falls to 0-3, 0-3 in season, while King improves to 2-2, 1-1. INSIDE THE SCORE King University got on the scoreboard first, opening the contest on a 3-0 lead, but Mount Olive had an answer…… read more »
MOUNT OLIVE – The University of Mount Olive wrestling team fell to the Wolves of Newberry College 37-11 Sunday afternoon in a South Atlantic Conference Carolinas Dual. The contest was the first competition for any UMO Athletics program since March of 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic forced the suspension of sports. INSIDE THE RESULTS The match…… read more »
Goldsboro Haley Phillip’s may be friendly and bubbly off the volleyball court, but you do not want to mess with her on the court during a match. This week’s Female Athlete of the week impressively flips the switch and rises to the occasion while inspiring her teammates. A nightmare for opposing teams, Phillips made varsity…… read more »
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 »
Karlyn Ray figured her collegiate future would involve numerous hours of study since she plans to major in biomedical science. Now, she needs to schedule some time for tennis practice. The C.B. Aycock senior is leaving the tradition-rich tennis program and heading to the University of Mount Olive. On Monday, Ray signed a national letter…… read more »
