North Lenoir's season ended with a 45-28 loss to Southwest Onslow in the ECC Tournament opener, as poor free-throw shooting and Driyanna Galloway’s 34-point performance proved too much to overcome.
Lenoir Community College Splits Doubleheader Against Louisburg College
Lenoir Community College split a doubleheader against Louisburg College, falling 7-2 in Game 1 despite Riley Williams’ strong performance but bouncing back with a 4-0 victory behind Brennan Moran’s clutch hitting and Ty Hedgepeth’s complete-game shutout.
South Lenoir Softball Ready to Defend Conference Title in 2024 Season
The South Lenoir Blue Devils, under third-year head coach Madison Harvey, are poised to defend their East Central Conference championship and aim for a deep postseason run, bolstered by a strong returning core and the addition of promising newcomers.
South Lenoir Softball Jamboree to Support Alumna Battling Cancer
Join the South Lenoir Lady Devils Softball team on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Barnet Park in Kinston for a charity jamboree benefiting alumna Carly Humphrey, who is courageously fighting Stage IV bile duct cancer.
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.
Greene Central and South Lenoir Wrestlers Advance from Regionals to State Championships
Athletes from Greene Central and South Lenoir High Schools delivered outstanding performances at the recent NCHSAA 2A East Regional Wrestling Tournament, securing multiple podium finishes and advancing to the state championships.
14th Annual Freedom Classic Baseball Series Set for February 21-23, 2025
The 14th Annual Freedom Classic baseball series between the Naval Academy and Air Force Academy will take place February 21-23, 2025, at Grainger Stadium in Kinston, featuring military performances, pre-game ceremonies, and special events, with tickets available at Kinston-Lenoir County Parks & Recreation.
Lenoir CC Wins Weekend Series Against Richard Bland, Improves to 5-2
Lenoir Community College improved to 5-2 on the season after winning a weekend series against Richard Bland, capped by a dramatic walk-off victory, and now prepares for a home doubleheader against Louisburg on Tuesday.
2025 EPC Girls Basketball Tournament
No. 4 Greene Central, winners of three of their last four, faces No. 5 North Pitt, which has dropped three of its last four, in a key tournament battle for a spot in the second round against No. 1 West Craven.
2025 EPC Boys Conference Tournament
No. 4 Greene Central faces No. 5 North Pitt tonight at Southwest Edgecombe, aiming for a third straight win over the Panthers and a spot in the second round against top-seeded Farmville Central.
2025 ECC Boys Conference Tournament Brackets Revealed
The 2025 ECC Boys Conference Tournament tips off Monday, with No. 1 Kinston, No. 3 North Lenoir, and No. 7 South Lenoir set to compete for the championship.
2025 ECC Girls Conference Tournament Bracket Unveiled: Kinston Secures #2 Seed, North Lenoir and South Lenoir Eye Upsets
The 2025 ECC Girls Conference Tournament tips off Tuesday, with No. 2 Kinston, No. 6 North Lenoir, and No. 7 South Lenoir set to compete for a shot at the championship.
Kinston High School's basketball teams delivered a clean sweep against North Lenoir on Senior Night
On Senior Night, Kinston High School's basketball teams swept North Lenoir, with the Varsity Girls winning 63-28 and the Varsity Boys securing a 70-41 victory.
2025 Neuse News Sports Track Invitational Set for April 12 at Greene Central
The 2025 Neuse News Sports Track Invitational returns for its third year on April 12 at Greene Central High School, offering a high-quality, fully automated meet with medals, MVP honors, and top-tier competition for high school athletes across Eastern North Carolina.
Kinston JV Boys Capture Conference Championship, Capping Off Remarkable Turnaround
Kinston’s JV boys basketball team overcame a slow start to the season, embraced a defensive identity, and secured the conference championship with a 50-46 win over North Lenoir, finishing 14-6.
Greene Central Closes Regular Season with Gritty 41-38 Win Over North Lenoir
Greene Central rallied in the second half to edge North Lenoir 41-38, securing their fourth win in the last five meetings of the rivalry as both teams head into the conference tournament.
North Lenoir Holds Off South Lenoir in Rivalry Battle, 35-31
North Lenoir held off a late fourth-quarter surge from South Lenoir to secure a 35-31 rivalry victory, led by Cassidee Fraser’s 13 points, while South Lenoir fought hard behind Makenzie Herring and Tyazhia Midget’s efforts.
Greene Central falls to Farmville Central, 93-65
The Greene Central Rams, they would travel to face their rival, the Farmville Central Jaguars. The Rams had lost earlier in the season by double digits and hoped to flip the script. They couldn’t do so and lost by double digits again to the Jaguars led by senior point guard, MJ Williams.
North Lenoir Rolls Past South Lenoir, Extends Win Streak to Four
North Lenoir avenged its earlier loss to rival South Lenoir with a dominant 71-54 victory, fueled by strong performances from Julian Veal, AJ Black, and Jack Herring, while South Lenoir struggled after losing big man Jacob Howard to injury.