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CATCHING UP WITH LOCAL LEGENDS: IZEIAH OATES

The 2026 Eastern Wayne High School graduate grew up in Goldsboro surrounded by athletics. As the youngest of three siblings, Oates spent his childhood in an environment where sports were always part of the conversation—and his father, a longtime football coach and athletic director, played a major role in shaping his athletic journey.

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Former Kinston High Standout Named HBCU Athlete of the Week

Former Kinston High Standout Named HBCU Athlete of the Week

Winston-Salem State University guard Isaac Parson, a junior from Kinston, has been named HBCU National Player of the Week, showcasing his impressive skills with averages of 23.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 5.0 assists, while maintaining a strong connection to his Kinston roots.

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