Kinston overcame a halftime deficit with a dominant second half, led by Nasheyla Mason’s 14 points and Aleah Hill’s clutch free throws, to secure a 57-48 rivalry win over North Lenoir.
Greene Central’s An’nysha Wooten, averaging a double-double this season, shined with 23 points and 16 rebounds in a narrow 47-45 loss to Farmville Central.
Jacob Howard’s consistent scoring and dominance in the paint earned him Athlete of the Week honors after leading South Lenoir to two wins in three games.
South Lenoir placed third at the Paul T. Mills Memorial Invitational, highlighted by Bladen Davis and Hayden Tyndall earning outstanding wrestler awards.
The 2025 Brandon Ingram MLK Showcase highlighted community generosity as the Ingram family donated over $35,000 to local schools and sportswriter Junious Smith III while featuring six thrilling basketball matchups.
Keyshawn Herring’s MVP performance led Kinston to a 61-53 victory over Goldsboro in the Brandon Ingram MLK Showcase, snapping a two-game losing streak in the rivalry.