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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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It was North Lenoir who stole the show, earning the title of Conference Champions with a stellar performance. The Hawks also celebrated an individual honor, as JayShaynna Kittrell was named Cheerleader of the Year, recognizing her exceptional talent and leadership.
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The NCHSAA 2A Playoffs kick off with an intriguing first-round clash as #19 Kinston (6-4) travels to Tabor City to face #14 South Columbus (8-2). This marks the first-ever meeting between the two programs, and both teams bring firepower and momentum into the postseason.
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The North Lenoir Hawks (4-6) head into the NCHSAA 2A Playoffs as the #27 seed, set to face the #6 seed Ayden-Grifton Chargers (6-4) on Friday night. While Ayden-Grifton comes in as the Eastern Plains Conference champions on a five-game winning streak, North Lenoir is determined to play spoiler in their first playoff matchup since 2019.
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Maddie Rouse, the 2024 Neuse News Sports Softball MVP and a standout for North Lenoir High School, signed her letter of intent Wednesday to continue her softball career at the University of South Carolina Aiken. The signing marks the culmination of a journey filled with hard work, perseverance, and unwavering support from her family and coaches.
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Arendell Parrott Academy’s football season showcased offensive firepower and defensive grit, but despite a 10-2 record and stellar performances from their senior leaders, the Patriots fell just short in the NCISAA playoffs, leaving a legacy of resilience and excellence.
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KINSTON, N.C. — After a brief hiatus to allow Western North Carolina teams to catch up on games impacted by recent hurricane devastation, the NCHSAA has released its football playoff brackets. Round one begins this Friday, Nov. 15, with three Neuse News Sports teams earning spots in the postseason: No. 17 Greene Central, No. 19 Kinston, and No. 27 North Lenoir.
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