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WARSAW — After a week away from the field, the James Kenan Tigers returned home with something to prove.

GOLDSBORO — The starting line was quiet for only a moment.

CALYPSO — Rivalry matchups always bring an extra level of intensity, but the North Duplin Lady Rebels made sure there was little doubt about who controlled the court earlier this month.

DUDLEY — The Southern Wayne Saints earned a hard-fought 1-0 victory over the Southern Nash Firebirds, relying on aggressive defense and an outstanding performance from their goalkeeper Javier Lujano to secure the shutout.

DUDLEY — The Southern Wayne Saints entered the season with plenty of momentum, opening the year 3-1, their best start in 15 years. On Friday night, the Saints battled through rain, thunder and a hard-fought contest against the Southern Nash Firebirds, but ultimately came up just short, falling 21-14.

The North Duplin Lady Rebels battled through a back-and-forth opening set Tuesday, rallying late to defeat the East Columbus Lady Gators, 25-23, before carrying that momentum through the next two sets for a three-set sweep.

DUDLEY — The Southern Wayne Saints made a statement in their county rivalry matchup against the Goldsboro Cougars, dominating on both sides of the football en route to a commanding 50-6 victory.

CALYPSO — North Duplin built an early two-score advantage and then survived a furious fourth-quarter rally Friday night, holding off Rosewood, 13-12, in a tightly contested battle.

SEVEN SPRINGS — The James Kenan Lady Tigers opened their matchup against the Spring Creek Lady Gators with a strong start, using early serving and timely plays to establish momentum in the opening set.