South Lenoir put together its most complete performance of the season Tuesday night, using a six-run fifth inning to secure a dominant 10-0 win over Richlands. The victory marks the Blue Devils’ second of the year—both coming against the Wildcats after a 16-3 win on the road last week
Christian Tavarez, a 5’8”, 160-pound wide receiver from Greene Central, overcame doubts about his size through relentless work ethic and determination, earning a college football opportunity with Methodist University.
North Lenoir and Greene Central tennis programs earned statewide recognition in the 2025 Men’s 2A Preseason Poll, ranking No. 7 and No. 9, respectively, as they aim for strong postseason runs.
Jones Senior softball, led by senior Peyton Flowers and a mix of experienced and developing players, aims to extend its playoff streak while competing in a tough conference under head coach Jody Turner.
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North Lenoir edged Greene Central 5-4 in a thrilling rivalry matchup, with Garrett Byrd setting the tone early with a solo homer, Carter Chadwick delivering in the clutch, and Whit Johnson sealing the win with a game-ending tag at the plate.
Greene Central opened its 2025 season with a 7-4 win over 3A Hunt, using timely hitting and solid pitching to secure the victory despite some defensive struggles.
Wriston Honeycutt's dominant pitching performance and North Lenoir's explosive fifth-inning rally powered the Hawks to a 9-1 season-opening road win over Southern Wayne.
Lenoir Community College baseball improved to 9-4 on the season behind strong offensive performances from Aiden Taylor and Brennan Moran, while Ryan Ange continues to anchor the pitching staff as the Lancers prepare for their next matchup against WVU Potomac State.
Frink Middle School baseball has announced its 2025 roster and schedule, featuring a mix of young talent under head coach Nathan Smith as they prepare for a competitive season against a strong slate of opponents.
North Lenoir opened the season with a dominant sweep over Ayden-Grifton, showcasing their depth and experience while giving several freshmen their first high school wins.
Kinston's season ended in a hard-fought 51-45 playoff loss to Southwest Onslow, as Oriyanna Galloway’s 34-point performance proved too much despite a strong effort from Aleah Hill and the Vikings.
Kinston (#12) used relentless defense and balanced scoring to overpower NCSSM (#21) and advance in the 2A playoffs.
Kinston baseball, under first-year head coach Tyler Buie, is looking to change the culture of a struggling program by focusing on competition and effort. With junior transfer Tyler Jones leading the way and senior Deuteron Moore providing veteran leadership, the Vikings hope to take steps forward in 2025. While they face a tough East Central Conference schedule, Buie believes this season can serve as a foundation for future success.
Kinston and NCSSM face off in the first round of the 2A State Playoffs, with Kinston’s high-flying athleticism and home-court advantage clashing against NCSSM’s sharp perimeter shooting and defensive efforts in what promises to be a competitive matchup.
Martin County and North Lenoir face off in a first-round playoff rematch, with Martin County's strong inside game and North Lenoir's late-season resurgence setting up an intriguing battle between two teams that finished third in their respective conferences.
No. 13 seed Washington and No. 20 seed Greene Central face off for the third time this season in a first-round 2A playoff showdown, with Washington's fast-paced offense and multiple scoring threats giving them the advantage, while Greene Central looks to break their four-game losing streak in the series by relying on their depth and three-point shooting to pull off an upset..
The 2A State Playoffs bring a conference rematch as No. 14 seed Kinston (21-3) hosts No. 19 seed Southwest Onslow (12-8) in the first round. These two teams are familiar foes, having faced each other twice already this season, with Kinston winning both matchups—51-37 and 46-37. Despite past results, this game is set up to be another competitive battle between two strong defensive teams.
Southeast Alamance and Greene Central meet in the first round of the 2A State Playoffs in what will be their first-ever matchup. Both teams enter with different paths, with Southeast Alamance finishing second in the Mid-Carolina 1A/2A split conference at 14-2 and Greene Central battling through a deep conference where five teams made the playoffs, finishing 6-6.
