North Lenoir enters year three under head coach Larry Dale with plenty of roster holes to fill, but with playmaker RJ Warren and a fast defense, the Hawks aim to stay competitive in a tough 4A conference.
Jones Senior returns to 11-man football in 2025 under second-year head coach Stephen Perry, leaning on versatile playmaker Cam McKinney and a tough run game while battling depth and experience challenges in a rebuilding year.
South Lenoir enters 2025 in year two under Coach Brandon Proctor, leaning on young playmakers like sophomore Christian Wooten while looking to capitalize on a favorable non-conference slate to build confidence and momentum.
Kinston enters 2025 with a veteran roster led by senior quarterback Tyler Jones and D1 receivers Tyreek Copper and Brennan Chamber, making the Vikings one of the most explosive and dangerous teams in 3A.
Greene Central enters 2025 as a true 3A dark horse, powered by a dominant offensive line, star running back Dejuan Cobb, and a deep roster ready to prove they belong among the East’s best.
Neuse News Sports GameDay, presented by Bojangles, returns for its third season with host Trey Scott and new co-host Vinston Thorpe bringing fans unmatched high school football coverage across Lenoir, Greene, and Jones counties.
From realigned conferences to RPI-only playoff seedings, here’s what’s different for Kinston, Greene Central, North Lenoir, South Lenoir, and Jones Senior as the 2025 season begins.
Kinston hit the road Thursday for a four-team scrimmage at Princeton High School, spending most of the evening matched up against East Duplin. The Vikings also got in a brief set against Martin County, running five plays on offense and five on defense.
The Havelock Jamboree served as a preseason measuring stick for Greene Central and Kinston, offering both programs a chance to test themselves against quality opposition before the season kicks off.