North Lenoir’s postseason run came to an end Tuesday afternoon in one of the most tightly contested matches of the season, as First Flight escaped Bill Fay Park with a 5-4 victory in a dual team matchup that stretched more than three and a half hours and was ultimately decided by tiebreaks.
Greene Central’s JV baseball team made the most of its return, winning the conference championship in its first season back in over 10 years under head coach Colin Lee.
South Lenoir softball split with East Duplin in a tightly contested series, Greene Central dominated Beddingfield across the board, and East Duplin baseball edged South Lenoir while North Lenoir fell to Havelock midweek.
In Episode 9 of Down The Line, we take you through the latest softball and baseball updates, key wins and losses, and where each team stands heading into the postseason. From South Lenoir’s strong positioning to Greene Central snapping a losing streak, to North Lenoir building momentum at the right time — there’s a lot to unpack.
South Lenoir senior Noah Rouse discusses his commitment to Carteret Community College, his development as a player, and the Blue Devils’ playoff mindset in a detailed Q&A.
The NCHSAA finalized the men’s dual team tennis playoff brackets, with multiple local teams earning top-four seeds and first-round byes, including Greene Central (#2), Goldsboro (#4), North Lenoir (#4), and C.B. Aycock (#3). The playoffs begin Monday, with state championship matches set for May 15-16 at the Burlington Tennis Center.
Frink Middle School continues to roll through conference play, improving to 5-0 with a pair of dominant wins this week, including a statement victory over CSS at North Lenoir.
South Lenoir softball stays red-hot while several teams battle momentum swings heading into the postseason, with updated RPI rankings shaping the playoff picture. We also break down key performances and debate a clutch late-game decision in this week’s “Sideline Talk.”
Woodington Middle School turned in a dominant showing at the Lenoir County Middle School Conference Track and Field Championships on April 20 at South Lenoir High School, capturing both the boys and girls team titles against a field that included Rochelle Middle, Contentnea-Savannah, and E.B. Frink.