Sports
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Blaylock-Quinn looks to build on strong foundation in second season with James Kenan volleyball
After guiding the James Kenan Tigers to a state playoff appearance in her first season, second-year Head Coach Hannah Blaylock Quinn is focused on taking the program to even greater heights during the 2026 volleyball season.
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New leadership, familiar face: Cassidy Davis ushers Spring Creek volleyball into a new era
As the sounds of volleyballs echo through the gym during summer workouts, excitement is already building around Spring Creek High School as the Gators prepare for the 2026–2027 season. While a new chapter begins for the program, the face leading it is one that players and the community know well.
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Tigers give back: James Kenan hosts annual youth camp and basketball showcase
WARSAW — Summer basketball tipped off in a big way at James Kenan High School as the Tigers hosted their third annual Summer Basketball Youth Camp, bringing together approximately 60 young athletes from Warsaw and surrounding communities for a three-day event focused on skill development, mentorship, and community engagement.
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North Duplin claims game one of the NCHSAA 2A State Championship series
DURHAM — The stage was set for an unforgettable showdown as the Eastern Regional Champion North Duplin Lady Rebels (18-2) faced the Western Regional Champion Roxboro Community Lady Bulldogs (23-3) in Game One of the NCHSAA 2A State Championship best-of-three series.
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North Duplin punches ticket back to the State Championship game
The final game of the NCHSAA 2A East Regional Championship lived up to every bit of the hype as the North Duplin Lady Rebels battled through rainy conditions and a tough Manteo Lady Redskins squad to secure a dramatic 10-9 victory.
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Conference rivals meet again in the second round of the 2A State Tournament
The second round of the NCHSAA Women’s Soccer 2A State Tournament featured a familiar rivalry as the No. 6 North Duplin Lady Rebels (14-2) hosted the No. 11 East Bladen Lady Eagles (15-6-1). North Duplin entered the matchup coming off a first-round bye, while East Bladen advanced after playing the…
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Lady Rebels battle past Camden County in dramatic 8-7 playoff victory
The North Duplin Lady Rebels continued their impressive postseason run with an exciting 8-7 victory over the Camden County Lady Bruins in the third round of the 2A State Softball Playoffs.
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Southern Wayne Lady Saints show fight despite loss to Hunt Lady Warriors
The Southern Wayne Lady Saints faced a tough challenge against the Hunt Lady Warriors, as the Lady Warriors came out strong and quickly established momentum in the opening half.
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James Kenan Lady Tigers fall to Wallace-Rose Hill in second round of 3A State Playoffs
After earning a first-round bye in the 3A State Softball Playoffs, the James Kenan Lady Tigers entered the second round with plenty of momentum and history on their side. The Lady Tigers, coached by Brian Casteen, came into the matchup with an impressive 17-3 overall record and hosted a home…
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Lady Bulldogs capitalize late, hold off Spring Creek in hard-fought match
SEVEN SPRINGS — The matchup between the Spring Creek Lady Gators and the Wallace-Rose Hill Lady Bulldogs opened with both squads showing balance and composure. Early possession was evenly split, with each team probing for weaknesses. The Lady Bulldogs began to tilt the field in their favor midway through the…
