The 2025 Brandon Ingram MLK Showcase highlighted community generosity as the Ingram family donated over $35,000 to local schools and sportswriter Junious Smith III while featuring six thrilling basketball matchups.
Keyshawn Herring’s MVP performance led Kinston to a 61-53 victory over Goldsboro in the Brandon Ingram MLK Showcase, snapping a two-game losing streak in the rivalry.
South Lenoir snapped a nine-game losing streak against North Lenoir with a thrilling 70-68 victory, fueled by clutch performances from Jacob Howard, Gavin Brock, and Amari Edwards.
Kinston High senior Timothy “TJ” Bradshaw Jr. received a $1,000 scholarship from Brightspeed for his academic achievements, leadership, and community involvement, aiding his plans to attend NC A&T and play football.
Greene Central secured a dominant home victory over West Craven, led by Jalin Sutton’s double-double and a red-hot 62% shooting performance, as the Rams prepare for a pivotal rivalry matchup against Farmville Central
North Lenoir snapped a 10-game losing streak with a thrilling 77-69 double-overtime win over East Duplin, fueled by Jaquell Garner’s 20-point second half and a gritty team effort.
Kinston (10-0) and East Duplin (10-2) clash in a key East Central Conference matchup, pitting Kinston’s sharp shooting and tenacious defense against East Duplin’s dominant rebounding and need to limit turnovers.
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.
Kinston advanced to the FCA Winter Classic championship with a dominant second-half surge, defeating North Duplin 48-22 and improving to 8-0 on the season. Championship game set at LCC on Monday at 7:00 pm.