Lenoir Community College’s First Pitch Fundraiser on January 16th will showcase LCC athletics by celebrating its legacy, introducing the 2024-25 teams, and honoring legends Mike Fox and George Whitfield in a night of community and recognition.
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.
Greene Central will celebrate its 2024 NCHSAA 2A Baseball State Championship with a ring ceremony during halftime of Friday’s varsity football game against Beddingfield.
Greene Central High School, after winning the North Carolina Class 2A state championship, secured the No. 2 spot in the Small Town Top 25 high school baseball rankings. (National Rankings)
Greene Central’s versatile and standout centerfielder Jordan Scott, known for his exceptional defensive skills and athleticism across multiple sports, has committed to continuing his baseball career and majoring in welding at Lenoir Community College.
Greene Central’s baseball team clinched their sixth state championship with an 8-5 victory over Burns High School, showcasing a mix of senior leadership and underclassman heroics, highlighted by standout performances from Braden Burress and Riley Radford.
Austin Hardy’s legendary pitching performance led Greene Central to a 2-0 victory over defending champions Burns High School in game one of the NCHSAA 2A State Championship series.
Greene Central High School’s baseball team, led by coach Ben Brann with the support of his father Russell Brann, aims for another state championship, continuing a rich legacy of family and tradition.
The 2023 2A Defending State Champions, Burns High School Bulldogs, under Coach Alex Leonhardt, are the top-ranked West 2A Baseball team, boasting a stellar 81-9 record over the past three years and featuring standout performances from key players like Colby Putnam and Marshall McGowan; they are Greene Central’s opponent in the state championships, representing the West.
As Greene Central heads into the 2A NCHSAA State Championship this upcoming weekend in Burlington against the #1 seed from the West, Burns High School, we take a deeper dive into the team stats for the Rams.