From 1A to 8A: The New Look of NCHSAA Sports
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.
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NNS Weekly Schedule
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Kinston Shows Progress in Princeton Scrimmage
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.
Greene Central notches first win, sweeps North Pitt at home
Greene Central’s volleyball team picked up its first win of the season Tuesday night, sweeping North Pitt in straight sets and bouncing back quickly from a tough loss less than 24 hours earlier.
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Greene Central, Kinston Show Key Strengths at Havelock Jamboree
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.
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Weekly Schedule
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Coaches Pick Tarboro to Win Eastern Plains; Kinston, Greene Central Eye Breakthrough in New Conference
The Eastern Plains Conference held its first football media day Wednesday morning at Parker’s BBQ, as coaches and athletic directors from across the new 2A/3A league came together to finalize schedules and vote on preseason predictions.
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New League, Same Mindset: North Lenoir Ready for Challenge in All-4A Three Rivers Conference
At this year’s Three Rivers Conference media day — the first under the NCHSAA’s new 1A–8A alignment — coaches voted North Lenoir to finish seventh in the league. The Hawks were last in the preseason poll a year ago too. That didn’t stop them from staying in the hunt for second place until the final week.
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Brennan Chambers Brings Big-Play Potential to Kinston’s Championship Chase
A 6-foot-5 deep threat who averaged more than 30 yards per catch last season at Spring Creek, Chambers brings elite size, speed, and college-ready polish to an already explosive Kinston offense. His commitment to Marshall is locked in, but his high school journey is far from over—he’s here to win.
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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Kinston/Lenoir County 10U All-Stars Set for Dixie World Series After Championship Send-Off
After capturing the 2025 North Carolina Dixie Youth Angels State Championship, the Kinston/Lenoir County 10U All-Star softball team is now preparing for its next challenge: the Dixie Angels World Series in Ruston, Louisiana.
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Kinston/Lenoir County Wins Dixie Youth State Title, Headed to World Series
The Kinston/Lenoir County Recreation All-Star softball team is heading to the 2025 Dixie Angels World Series in Ruston, Louisiana — and they’re doing so as state champions.
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UPDATE: Kinston/Lenoir County 10U Softball Two Wins from Dixie Youth State Title, World Series Berth
Kinston/Lenoir County 10U All-Star softball team is two wins away from the Dixie Youth State Championship and a berth in the Dixie Angels World Series in Ruston, Louisiana, after a dominant elimination game win over Moore County.
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Kinston/Lenoir County Rec Softball Team Set for Dixie Youth State Tournament
The Kinston/Lenoir County Recreation All-Star softball team will compete in the 2025 Dixie Youth Angels State Tournament this weekend in Lumberton.
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Greene County Parks and Recreation Opens Tackle Football Registration for Youth Athletes
Greene County Parks and Recreation has officially opened registration for its 2025 youth tackle football season, providing a platform for local athletes ages 8 to 12 to get involved in organized football and build fundamentals that can carry into middle and high school programs.
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Kinston Rec Football Registration Now Open!
Kinston/Lenoir County Parks & Recreation is now accepting registrations for Fall 2025 Flag & Tackle Football. Kids ages 7–12 can sign up through August 1st for just $30.
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Malcolm Dawson Named Greene County Parks and Recreation Director
Malcolm Dawson has been named the new Director of Greene County Parks and Recreation, bringing nearly a decade of experience and a deep-rooted passion for his hometown. A Greene Central and UNC Pembroke graduate, Dawson is set to lead the department with a focus on community growth, youth programs, and senior engagement.
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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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Kinston Rolls to Gold Bracket Championship at East Coast Invitational, Winning 7 Straight
After a couple of days of intense summer hoops at the annual East Coast Invitational, Kinston walked away with the Gold Bracket title and a renewed sense of identity.
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Kinston’s Tyreek Copper Commits to NC State, Adds Power 5 to Offer Sheet
Kinston High School wide receiver Tyreek Copper, one of North Carolina’s top recruits in the Class of 2026, announced his verbal commitment to NC State on Saturday, June 21, during an official visit to Raleigh.
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