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Brandon Ingram Family Donates New Scoreboard to Rochelle Middle School Longtime Kinston Family Continues Tradition of Giving Back
The Brandon Ingram family donated a new scoreboard to Rochelle Middle School, reflecting their long-standing promise to support Kinston, as Donald Ingram said, “When we give back we try to touch quantity as well as quality, meaning a large amount of people with everlasting impressions,”
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South Lenoir Turns to Familiar Face: Vance Wade Named New Basketball Coach
South Lenoir alum Vance Wade returns to his alma mater as head boys basketball coach, aiming to rebuild the program’s culture and excitement after years of struggle and frequent coaching changes
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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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Brandon Battle Departs South Lenoir for Hometown Return to Martin County
After three impactful years at South Lenoir High School, Brandon Battle is heading home.
Battle, who served as the head varsity boys basketball coach for the past season and a half—and JV coach prior—announced in a Facebook post that he will be leaving South Lenoir to return to Martin County, where he’ll take on a coaching role closer to his roots.
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Greene Central’s Michael Suggs Jr. Signs with Johnson C. Smith University
When one door began to close, another opened—and Suggs didn’t just walk through it. He ran full speed, with purpose, heart, and an unshakable belief in himself. On signing day, the Greene Central standout made it official: he’s headed to Johnson C. Smith University to continue his football career.
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Kyonna Kelly to Host Free Girls Basketball Camp Saturday at Kinston High
Former Kinston High School standout Kyonna Kelly is once again using the game she loves to empower the next generation.
This Saturday, June 21, Kelly will host a free girls basketball camp from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Kinston High School(2601 North Queen Street). The event is open to girls ages 7 to 15, with a focus on fundamentals, fun and community. Parents can register their children by texting or calling 252-361-9534.
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The Come Ready to Work Fundamental Skills Clinic Set for Kinston
Curtis Hines, CEO of Hines Workoutz and a former standout at Shaw University, is returning to his hometown to host The Come Ready to Work Fundamental Skills Clinic, a high-intensity basketball training event for student-athletes in grades 1 through 11.
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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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Jaylen Solomon Signs With Barton College, Capping Off a Legendary High School Career
Jaylen Solomon, a record-setting three-sport star at Arendell Parrott Academy, capped off one of the most decorated high school careers in school history by signing to play football at Barton College.
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Greene Central’s Dontrez Evans Signs with Shaw University Basketball
Greene Central senior Dontrez Evans, a defensive standout and emerging leader, signed to play college basketball at Shaw University, capping off a breakout senior season fueled by work ethic and growth.
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Tyreek Copper Is the Best Wide Receiver in North Carolina — Period.
Kinston’s Tyreek Copper is a three-year starter with elite production, high football IQ, and next-level athleticism — and he’s making it clear he’s the best wide receiver in North Carolina.
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