Friday, October 11, 2024

			
				                                Charles B. Aycock junior Drew Huff, left, scores a chip shot over Southern Wayne backup goalie Daniel Diaz during the seventh minute of their Quad County 3A soccer game Monday evening. (Rudy Coggins|mountolivetribune.com)

Aycock boots Southern Wayne in QCC play

DUDLEY — Southern Wayne head soccer coach Luis Ramirez praised his team during their post-game huddle Monday evening.


			
				                                North Duplin’s Robinho Godinez (9) takes possession of the ball after he collided with Rosewood defender Landon Lowery near midfield Tuesday evening. (Rudy Coggins|mountolivetribune.com)

North Duplin notches first win on soccer pitch

CALYPSO — The post-game photo said it all.


			
				                                James Kenan’s Kierra Williams sets the ball to a teammate in a match earlier this season. The Tigers earned a three-set road sweep at Kinston on Tuesday. (Rudy Coggins|mountolivetribune.com)

Prep roundup: Kenan volleyball snaps 5-game skid

KINSTON — James Kenan turned in a balanced offensive attack Tuesday evening during its 25-7, 25-21, 25-11 romp over East Central 2A volleyball foe Kinston.


			
				                                Charles B. Aycock’s Drew Huff chips the ball over Southern Wayne keeper and scores the first goal of his natural hat trick (three consecutive goals) Monday evening. (Rudy Coggins|mountolivetribune.com)

QCC soccer leader Aycock eases past Southern Wayne

DUDLEY — Southern Wayne head soccer coach Luis Ramirez praised his team during their post-game huddle Monday evening.

High School Vocal Fest to be held at WCC

GOLDSBORO — The second annual Vocal Fest will be held at Wayne Community College for young singers to learn from the College’s music faculty.


			
				                                Rewarding Responders was presented with a check for over $3,800 from Sederis Rhodes on behalf of the Roger Rhodes Memorial Race (Contributed photo)

Roger Rhodes Memorial Race makes donation to Rewarding Responders

Rewarding Responders was presented a check for $3861 from Sederis Rhodes on behalf of The Roger Rhodes Memorial Race.


			
				                                Pictured on the front row holding the University of Mount Olive/Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company Homecoming Sponsorship Board are UMO Homecoming Coordinator Christal Howell, UMO Vice President for Advancement Dr. Twyla Wells, and Atlantic Casualty CEO Brett Strickland. They are surrounded by Atlantic Casualty employees who are also UMO alumni. (UMO photo)

Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company named as 2024 UMO homecoming weekend presenting sponsor

MOUNT OLIVE— The University of Mount Olive has announced that Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company will be the presenting sponsor for its highly anticipated 2024 Homecoming Weekend. This year’s theme, “Celebrating the Art and Soul of UMO,” reflects the rich culture and community spirit that the event will show case. The festivities, scheduled for November 15 – 16, promise a vibrant lineup of activities for alumni, students, churches, and community members.


			
				                                Southern Wayne outside hitter Mylee Wiggs puts away an off-speed hit against Goldsboro’s Caroline Joyner (2) and Des’Myah Croom (3) during second-set action Monday afternoon. Covering the play is teammate Taylor Lee. (Rudy Coggins|mountolivetribune.com)

Prep roundup: Saints spike Cougars; Kenan soccer blanks arch rival

DUDLEY — Mylee Wiggs, Jy’Asha Cousins and Taylor Lee each logged on a double-double on their respective stat sheet during Southern Wayne’s four-set conquest of county volleyball rival Goldsboro High inside “The Halo” on Monday afternoon.


			
				                                Unbeaten James Kenan routed South Lenoir on Friday and stays home this week for an East Central 2A showdown against Kinston. (Rudy Coggins|mountolivetribune.com)

Prep football: Rebels, Tigers stay unbeaten; Saints fall to Hunt

North Duplin and James Kenan each remained unbeaten on the football field Friday evening, while Southern Wayne dropped a Quad County 3A contest at home.

Athlete of the Week

Athlete: Taylor Lee