Neuse News Sports Girls Basketball Report Card
Neuse News Sports breaks down the girls basketball season at the midpoint, grading each local team based on performance relative to expectations and development so far.
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Ten Years Later, This One Feels Different
In this column, Trey Scott reflects on his journey from rivalry to respect, and how Kinston head coach Ryan Gieselman’s long-term vision and relentless work have led the Vikings to the doorstep of a state championship.
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GCMS boys improve to 4-1 with win over Chicod
GCMS improved to 4-1 (4-0 conference) with a 45-27 win over Chicod, pulling away late after a tight game behind strong performances from Kam Jones and Josiah Joyner.
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GCMS Boys Roll Past Bethel, Improve to 3-1
GCMS rolled past Bethel 53–21 as all 15 players scored, improving to 3–1 and 3–0 in conference play with Coach Steven Christie praising the team’s growth, depth, and upcoming boost from soon-to-return Nathan Ross.
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Heart, Hustle, and a Dream Realized: Gage Howard Signs With Mount Olive
South Lenoir senior Gage Howard, a .401 career hitter known for his relentless work ethic, has officially signed to continue his baseball career at the University of Mount Olive.
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Greene Central Falls Just Short in 37–36 Thriller Against Wallace-Rose Hill in 3A Playoff Opener
Greene Central’s playoff run ended in heartbreaking fashion Friday as the No. 17 Rams fell 37–36 to No. 16 Wallace-Rose Hill. Quarterback Josh Cetnar threw for 239 yards and three touchdowns, and Dejuan Cobb added 98 yards rushing, but a missed call late in the fourth quarter proved costly in a game that went down to the wire.
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How the New NCHSAA Playoff System Works Under the 8-Classification Format
Playoff time is here and you need to know how the new system works! This year marks a major change for high school athletics in North Carolina as the NCHSAA officially expanded from four classifications to eight, reshaping how postseason brackets are built across every sport.
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Weekly RPI Update: Week 5
The NCHSAA released its latest Ratings Percentage Index (RPI) standings this week, the system that determines playoff seeding across football, volleyball and soccer. RPI is based on a team’s winning percentage, opponents’ winning percentage, and opponents’ opponents’ winning percentage — and it’s the only factor used when postseason brackets are set.
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Join the Team: Neuse News Sports Interns Wanted
Neuse News Sports is looking for enthusiastic interns to join our crew this fall. If you live and breathe high school athletics—whether you’re a student, a recent graduate, or simply passionate about local sports—this is your chance to get in on the action.
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Deitrich “DJ” Williams Claims National Title in High Jump at Adidas Outdoor Nationals
Greene Central multi-sport standout Deitrich “DJ” Williams captured gold in the Boys National Elite High Jump at the 2025 Adidas Outdoor Nationals, clearing 6’6.74″ without a single scratch. Representing Revelation Peak Performance Track Club under veteran coach Reese Owens, Williams showcased the focus, power, and polish of a national champion. Now, with the USATF Region 3 Junior Olympics up next, he’s just one meet away from the USATF National Junior Olympic Championships in Savannah. A high flyer on the rise, Williams continues to prove he’s one of the elite youth athletes in the country—on the track, in the gym, and under the lights.
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North Lenoir’s Run Continues: East Finals Bound
On a humid Friday night in Martin County, the 14-seed North Lenoir Hawks continued their improbable march through the 2A state softball playoffs, knocking off the No. 3 seed Gators, 4-2, to punch their ticket to the East Regional Finals.
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NCHSAA Board Wraps Up Spring Meeting with Major Changes Across Multiple Sports
The NCHSAA Board of Directors approved key adjustments to playoff formats, mercy rules, and ticket pricing while adopting several policy and scheduling changes during its two-day spring meeting in Chapel Hill.
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