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Newton-Conover senior point guard Javier Lineberger achieves All-District status in final prep basketball season; He wrapped up career in 4th Annual WNC All-Star game on March 30

NEWTON, N.C. — The love of playing a particular sport is not just about individual success. It’s also about the brotherhood or sisterhood that is shared amongst teammates.  Only later in one’s progression do personal accolades begin to shape his or her competitive nature to excel.  Newton-Conover High School senior Javier Lineberger had to claw … Continue reading Newton-Conover senior point guard Javier Lineberger achieves All-District status in final prep basketball season; He wrapped up career in 4th Annual WNC All-Star game on March 30 →

OVERCOMING THE ODDS: Lady Tigers senior guard Davoney Dellinger reinvigorates joy in career-best prep basketball run

NEWTON, N.C  — Adversity comes in many forms and can extend to different facets of one’s life including the sports world. Being a student-athlete is not always easy. There will often be obstacles in one’s way, whether personal or professional in nature.  The confidence and desire to overcome those challenges also sits in a gray … Continue reading OVERCOMING THE ODDS: Lady Tigers senior guard Davoney Dellinger reinvigorates joy in career-best prep basketball run →

HARD IN THE PAINT: Bunker Hill center Damireona Burch exudes confidence, passion in career-best basketball season

CLAREMONT, N.C. — One’s passion and drive to be great in a particular area can sometimes supersede that of just natural talent. Talent is often warranted, but the ability to excel could be limited if an individual does not have the desire to grow in his or her craft. Bunker Hill High School senior Damireona … Continue reading HARD IN THE PAINT: Bunker Hill center Damireona Burch exudes confidence, passion in career-best basketball season →

Junior tailback Brycen Gaither embraces use as an all-purpose athlete in St. Stephens’ climb to success on football field

HICKORY, N.C. — In almost any contact sport, there are position specialists and then there are utility athletes, meaning one can be placed in multiple positions as a jack-of-all trades and thrive. St. Stephens High School junior Brycen Gaither has been one of those latter student-athletes, particularly on the football field.  Gaither, a dual-threat offensive … Continue reading Junior tailback Brycen Gaither embraces use as an all-purpose athlete in St. Stephens’ climb to success on football field →

Bunker Hill junior running back Jason Willis Jr. has impressive campaign in 2022 despite injury; he looks to showcase full talent in third year

CLAREMONT, N.C. — When one steps out onto a field or court, he or she prepares for the possibility that an injury can occur. It is up to that individual to let that setback define them or not. Bunker Hill junior running back Jason Willis Jr. chose not to let a hiccup be the deciding … Continue reading Bunker Hill junior running back Jason Willis Jr. has impressive campaign in 2022 despite injury; he looks to showcase full talent in third year →

Red Devils’ Lineberger carries family legacy into battle on the gridiron; the stalwart defensive anchor looks to unleash his all-state potential as a senior in 2023

NEWTON, N.C. — One’s aspirations in life come from inspiration in different places. In some instances, it could be the environment around an individual that shape’s one’s interests. In other cases, family or friends can affect one’s pathway. The latter sentiment can be applied to Newton-Conover High School senior Jordan Lineberger. For him, the apple … Continue reading Red Devils’ Lineberger carries family legacy into battle on the gridiron; the stalwart defensive anchor looks to unleash his all-state potential as a senior in 2023 →

FROM TIGER CLAWS TO PITCHFORK: Former Fred T. Foard softball star Averie Waddell earns back-to-back All-State nods with Lady Blue Devils

MAIDEN, N.C. — As with any individual playing any sport, an athlete just wants to fit in with the collective to build up team chemistry in hopes of coming out victorious when it matters most.  Maiden High rising senior Averie Waddell began her illustrious prep softball career at Fred T. Foard High School for its … Continue reading FROM TIGER CLAWS TO PITCHFORK: Former Fred T. Foard softball star Averie Waddell earns back-to-back All-State nods with Lady Blue Devils →

Lady Blue Devils rising senior Macy Michael raises the bar offensively during 2023 softball season

MAIDEN, N.C. — Finding one’s passion in life is not always easy and most of the time it is ever-changing. For some individuals, finding that certain ‘thing’ comes naturally while for others it may take time. Time was of no consequence for Maiden High School rising senior Macy Michael as her passion came to her … Continue reading Lady Blue Devils rising senior Macy Michael raises the bar offensively during 2023 softball season →

END OF REGULATION: Lady Red Devils senior Cassidy Geddes set to take her gritty style of play to D1 collegiate basketball level

NEWTON, N.C. — Every high school athlete has to walk off of the field or court for the final time in his or her respective sport. It is an inevitable notion that for some, may be the last time ever while others get the opportunity to compete at the collegiate level. In the midst of … Continue reading END OF REGULATION: Lady Red Devils senior Cassidy Geddes set to take her gritty style of play to D1 collegiate basketball level →

FROM RED DEVIL TO SPARTAN: UNC Greensboro outfielder Grace Loftin shines in 1st softball season at D1 level

GREENSBORO, N.C. — For some student-athletes, it takes a little time to get his or her feet wet when transitioning from the high school to collegiate level. Nevertheless, some individuals take things in stride and are able to get fairly acquainted with the next-level sports life.  Former Newton-Conover High School dual-sport athlete Grace Loftin is … Continue reading FROM RED DEVIL TO SPARTAN: UNC Greensboro outfielder Grace Loftin shines in 1st softball season at D1 level →