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 →

THIS ONE’S FOR YOU: Blue Devils rise to the occasion in season-opening win over rival Bandys on Thursday night

CATAWBA, NC - Prep football is officially back, and what a way to kick-off the 2020-21 season than to have an opening battle between the Maiden Blue Devils and Bandys Trojans. These programs have butted heads time-and-time again, and the season opener on Thursday night was the 68th meeting between the two hated rivals. A … Continue reading THIS ONE’S FOR YOU: Blue Devils rise to the occasion in season-opening win over rival Bandys on Thursday night →

FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME: Blue Devils’ senior pitcher Ross Fowler reflects on final high school baseball season

MAIDEN, NC - It's tough to surmise what will officially become of the 2020 spring sports' season, but all one can do is hope, especially the senior athletes. For Maiden senior Ross Fowler, he is hopeful that his high school baseball career isn't over before his farewell season even really began. Fowler – a 6'1” … Continue reading FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME: Blue Devils’ senior pitcher Ross Fowler reflects on final high school baseball season →