Tag: Fred T. Foard softball

AN ALL-TIME GREAT: Fred T. Foard’s Riley Vogel becomes one of the best hitters in North Carolina prep softball history; caps off career with 4th all-state selection on June 26

NEWTON, N.C. — Becoming an all-time great is not an overnight reality in the sports world. It takes passion, dedication and often years of hard work to mold oneself into a promising athlete.  For some, it may not work out; while, others may attain just enough success to be included in the category of elite.  … Continue reading AN ALL-TIME GREAT: Fred T. Foard’s Riley Vogel becomes one of the best hitters in North Carolina prep softball history; caps off career with 4th all-state selection on June 26 →

SHABBY: Abby Settlemyre and Shayla Thompson’s softball journey comes full circle

NEWTON, N.C. — Most student-athletes will never get a shot on the biggest stages for the biggest collegiate programs. There’s nothing wrong with that, but it just isn’t always meant to be. As in almost anything in life, one dives into sports simply because of the enjoyment first and the camaraderie of building friendships as … Continue reading SHABBY: Abby Settlemyre and Shayla Thompson’s softball journey comes full circle →