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Lenoir Community College will celebrate its athletic legacy and Eastern North Carolina talent by retiring the jerseys of Sammy Hewitt and Ralph Roberts while welcoming guest speaker Parker Byrd and guest of honor James Fulghum at the First Pitch, Final Serve Athletics Dinner on January 15, 2026.
Lenoir Community College announced plans to construct a new press box, concession stand, and restroom facility at the baseball field, with work beginning soon as part of a fan-focused upgrade funded through the final agreement with the Kinston Wingmen.
Greene Central stayed unbeaten and advanced to the championship game, while North Lenoir’s hot start wasn’t enough in a loss to D.H. Conley on Day 2 of the Parker’s BBQ Christmas Tournament.
Kinston’s undefeated run headlined the FCA Women’s Winter Classic, with dominant performances, late-game heroics, and consistent scoring across the bracket shaping a competitive and well-played tournament.
The FCA Women’s Winter Classic was proudly sponsored by Hightower Communications, Foss Recycling & Demolition, and DEPS Security Systems.
Greene Central stayed unbeaten with a dominant win over Ayden-Grifton, while North Lenoir struggled offensively in a lopsided loss to J.H. Rose on Day 1 of the Parker’s BBQ Christmas Tournament.
Day one of the 5th Annual FCA Women’s Winter Classic featured defensive battles, balanced scoring, and outstanding performances led by North Duplin Abby Rose’s 22-point night, as Greene Central, Farmville Central, and unbeaten Kinston advanced into Monday’s winner’s bracket action.
Kinston stayed unbeaten at 3-0 with a 72-64 win over 6A J.H. Rose behind 21 points each from Jamarion Washington and Keyshawn Herring, while head coach Perry Tyndall noted late missed free throws and execution as areas to improve despite the victory.
South Lenoir used a dominant 27-point third quarter to earn a 62–52 road win over North Lenoir, avenging an early-season loss and securing its first official victory in the rivalry in 13 meetings.
North Lenoir extended its dominance in the county rivalry, earning a 46–38 home win over South Lenoir for its fifth straight victory against the Blue Devils and 12th win in the last 14 meetings.
Greene Central head coach Jason Wilson will lead Team 252 in Saturday’s Showcase Bowl at John Paul II Catholic High School, with Greene Central players Craig Whitley, Nicholas Avent, Dejuan Cobb, and Deuce Wilson, along with Kinston standouts Ex’Zavion Croom and Tyler Jones, representing their schools against Team 919 in Greenville.
Kinston improved to 3-0 on the season and won its fifth straight game against J.H. Rose with a 55-25 victory over the 6A program.
Kinston stayed unbeaten in its return to the floor Tuesday night as Keyshawn Herring and Jamarion Washington combined for 43 points in a 67–55 home win over Southwest Onslow.
