Winning is only part of the playoff equation. Learn how RPI works, why schedule strength matters and where teams across Wayne, Greene, Lenoir and Jones counties stand in the high school playoff picture.
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NCHSAA Boys Soccer RPI Rankings: Complete 1A–8A Standings for September 14, 2026
The latest NCHSAA boys soccer RPI standings feature Durham Charter, Franklin Academy, James Kenan, Clinton, Hickory, Charlotte Catholic, Davie County and Apex Friendship atop their respective classifications.
Charlotte Catholic holds the highest RPI across all eight classifications at 0.80761, with a 9-0-0 record. Apex Friendship leads Class 8A at 0.77229, followed by Green Level and unbeaten Laney.
James Kenan leads Class 3A with a 6-1-0 record and 0.64918 RPI, while Clinton tops Class 4A at 0.73876. New Bern sits third in Class 7A with a perfect 7-0-0 record.
Other regional teams near the top include Southside at No. 5 in Class 2A, C.B. Aycock at No. 5 in Class 5A, and Goldsboro at No. 8 in Class 3A. Eastern Wayne ranks 10th in Class 4A, Jones Senior is 12th in Class 1A, and North Pitt is 13th in Class 4A.
Below are the complete standings for Classes 1A–8A.
NCHSAA Football RPI Standings: Classes 1A–8A (9/14)
Full standings by classification are listed below. Each entry includes the school, record and RPI. Class 1A was updated at 11:54 a.m.; Classes 2A–8A were updated at 12:52 p.m.
East of I-95 Game Predictions: EVERY GAME!!!!
Week 4 is here.
Trey Scott picked 55 games featuring teams East of I-95, including some of the biggest matchups on the schedule.
Who did I get right? Who am I completely wrong about?
🏈 SouthWest Edgecombe at Tarboro
🏈 Havelock at J.H. Rose
🏈 James Kenan at East Duplin
…and 52 more.
See the full Week 4 prediction card at NeuseNewsSports.com.
Presented by The Trey Scott Sports Show and Tie Breakers.
North Lenoir sweeps North Pitt, improves to 10-1
North Lenoir continued its strong start to the volleyball season Tuesday night, sweeping North Pitt in straight sets to improve to 10-1 overall and remain unbeaten in Three Rivers 4A Conference play
NCHSAA Volleyball RPI Rankings 2026: Complete 1A–8A List
See the complete NCHSAA girls volleyball RPI rankings for every classification from 1A through 8A, updated Sept. 8, 2026.
Greene, Lenoir & Jones County Football Rankings (MAXPREPS, RPI)
A look at where football teams across Lenoir, Greene and Jones counties stand in the latest MaxPreps rankings and NCHSAA RPI following Week 3 of the 2026 season.
Lenoir, Greene & Jones County Volleyball Rankings
A look at where volleyball teams across Lenoir, Greene and Jones counties stand in the latest MaxPreps rankings and NCHSAA RPI during the 2026 season.
Wilson Prep Holds Off Greene Central, 30-28, in Goal-Line Thriller
Greene Central had a chance to complete a furious second-half comeback Thursday night, driving inside the Wilson Prep 5-yard line in the final minutes, but the defending NCHSAA 1A state champions made one final stand.
Weekly Volleyball Round Up
Check out this week’s weekly volleyball round up! August 17-August 23rd
North Lenoir sweeps Kinston in season opener
North Lenoir opened the 2026-27 Neuse News Sports season with a 3-0 volleyball victory over Kinston, winning 25-12, 25-16 and 25-9.
The Trey Scott Sports Show Episode 6 Teo Mcphatter Princeton running back. Best RB in NC?
Trey Scott sits down with Princeton star Teo McPhatter as he explains why he believes he's the best running back in North Carolina. Plus, Week 5 of the East of I-95 Summer Series, Top 10 Pass Rushers, Week 1 games to watch, Caitlin Clark debate, and the Fan Mail segment.
Eastern 3A Regional Track & Field Championships Recap
Kinston, Greene Central, Goldsboro, South Lenoir and Spring Creek athletes combined for multiple regional titles, relay victories and top-three finishes during a strong showing at the 3A East Regional Track & Field Championships.
NCHSAA Finalizes Dual Team Tennis Brackets
The NCHSAA finalized the men’s dual team tennis playoff brackets, with multiple local teams earning top-four seeds and first-round byes, including Greene Central (#2), Goldsboro (#4), North Lenoir (#4), and C.B. Aycock (#3). The playoffs begin Monday, with state championship matches set for May 15-16 at the Burlington Tennis Center.
Down The Line Ep. 8: South Lenoir ON FIRE, RPI Shakeups, & Clutch Call Debate 👀🔥
South Lenoir softball stays red-hot while several teams battle momentum swings heading into the postseason, with updated RPI rankings shaping the playoff picture. We also break down key performances and debate a clutch late-game decision in this week’s “Sideline Talk.”
Hawks Refuse to Fold: North Lenoir Rallies for 19-18 Walk-Off Win
Trailing by one run in the bottom of the seventh after surrendering an eight-run inning, North Lenoir responded with five runs of its own, capped by Lexi Stalnaker’s walk-off double to secure a 19-18 win over SouthWest Edgecombe.
Timeout with Trey Scott Ep. 27: Noah Rouse & Braden Barnett on Leadership, Legacy, and Another Championship Run
South Lenoir seniors Noah Rouse and Braden Barnett join Timeout with Trey Scott for Episode 27 ⚾️
The duo breaks down last year’s run to the state championship, the tough ending, and how it fueled their offseason heading into a 10-2 start this season. They also talk leadership, goals for their senior year, and the mindset it takes to make another deep playoff push.
Plus — favorite teammates, pregame routines, and the people who helped shape their journey.
Kinston (#12) Rolls Past NCSSM (#21) in NCHSAA 2A First Round
Kinston (#12) used relentless defense and balanced scoring to overpower NCSSM (#21) and advance in the 2A playoffs.
NCHSAA PLAYOFF BRACKETS RELEASED: 5 NNS Teams Made The Cut
Tuesday’s opening round of the NNS playoffs will see NNS teams like Kinston, Greene Central, and North Lenoir set the stage for high-stakes, seeding-driven matchups.
Local Athletes Shine at NCHSAA State Indoor Track Championships
Athletes from Greene Central and Kinston High Schools delivered impressive performances at the NCHSAA State Indoor Track Championships, earning top finishes and contributing valuable points to their teams' overall standings.