HAW RIVER, NC — The #19-seeded Kinston Vikings traveled to Haw River and shocked the #3-seeded Southeast Alamance Stallions with a thrilling 26-13 victory in freezing temperatures. The win advances the Vikings to the third round of the playoffs, keeping their postseason dreams alive.
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The Greene Central Rams (7-4) face an uphill battle in the second round of the NCHSAA 2A football playoffs, traveling to Elizabeth City to take on the undefeated Northeastern Eagles (11-0). The Eagles, who boast one of the most prolific offenses and stifling defenses in the state, are on a 16-game winning streak and haven’t lost at home since 2022.
Check out this detailed breakdown of Northeastern’s stats!
The Southeast Alamance Stallions (11-0) are in the midst of an extraordinary second season as a varsity football program. After an 8-5 debut season in 2023 that ended in a third-round playoff loss to Clinton (42-7), the Stallions have gone undefeated in 2024, earning the #3 seed in the NCHSAA 2A playoffs. They’ll host #19 Kinston (7-4) in the second round as they look to extend their perfect run.
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The Kinston girls' basketball team made a statement in their season opener, defeating Richlands 54-16 in a commanding performance. The 38-point win is the Vikings’ largest margin of victory since February 6, 2021, when they defeated West Craven 66-21.
The North Lenoir girls' basketball team kicked off the 2024-25 season with a 46-38 victory over Spring Creek, fueled by a dominant second half. After trailing at halftime, the Lady Hawks roared back with a 29-point surge, including a game-changing 17-point third quarter.
The North Lenoir boys’ basketball team opened the 2024-25 season with a hard-fought 45-36 victory over Spring Creek. The Hawks, coming off an 8-16 campaign last year, displayed resilience in a game that saw multiple lead changes.
The North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) has officially released the Average Daily Membership (ADM) numbers for the 2024-25 school year, finalizing the classifications for its upcoming realignment cycle. Beginning with the 2025-26 school year, the NCHSAA will move to an eight-classification model, a departure from the current four-class structure. Check out where your school will be assigned.
Martin C. Freeman (12u) and Holloway (10u) clinched the 2024 championships in the 12U and 10U divisions, respectively, of the Kinston/Lenoir County Recreation Football League.
The stage is set for a thrilling encounter as Greene Central Rams prepare to face off against the Clinton Dark Horses in the Eastern Regional finals of the 2A NCHSAA Soccer Playoffs. This fifth-round clash, scheduled for 6:00 PM on Tuesday, November 19th, at Clinton High School, promises to be a battle of skill, strategy, and sheer determination. The winner will secure a coveted spot in the state championship, elevating this match to a pinnacle of high school soccer excitement.
Garrett Byrd, a senior at North Lenoir High School, has fulfilled a lifelong dream by committing to play baseball at Winthrop University. A versatile athlete excelling as a pitcher, catcher, and hitter, Byrd's dedication to the game has set him apart as one of the region's top talents.