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Rushing ahead
Former Piedmont quarterback ushering in new era at Metrolina Christian Academy by Aaron Garcia There were several moments on Aug. 26 when Metrolina Christian Academy coach Thomas Langley knew his… Read more
Sports Shorts on September 9
by Aaron Garcia Union Academy looks to keep rolling Union Academy football coach Robert Rushing has heard the criticisms. He’s heard that the only reason his Union Academy Cardinals have… Read more
Exceeding expectations
The Marvin Ridge football team is 2-0 despite replacing a host of starters by Aaron Garcia Cameron Pittman’s interception last week accomplished several things for the Marvin Ridge High School… Read more
Sports Shorts: September 2
by Aaron Garcia Coach: top-ranked Pirates still need to improve There is plenty for Porter Ridge football fans to be happy about. The Pirates, the top-ranked team in the Union… Read more
Monroe’s Sledgehammer
Redhawks senior growing into leadership role by Aaron Garcia Winning simply isn’t good enough. Not for Mason Sledge. Not after being a starter for Monroe since his sophomore season, when… Read more
Sports Shorts for August 26
Metrolina Christian football program officially underway by Aaron Garcia Seconds before kickoff last week, Metrolina Christian Academy football coach Thomas Langley took a second to scan the stands of Hickory… Read more
2011 Union County Football Preview
State of the Union 2011 may be banner year for high school football in county. But why? by Aaron Garcia By all indications, 2011 is shaping up to be one… Read more
2011 Boys Lacrosse Player of the Year
Burned ‘em Warriors’ Brad Burnam was one of nation’s best in 2011 by Ron Brown For recent Weddington graduate Brad Burnam, success in lacrosse is nothing new. In fact, it’s… Read more
Charlotte Blaze take PONY 14U Nationals
by Aaron Garcia In almost every way, the odds seemed to be stacked against the Charlotte Blaze during last month’s PONY Nationals 14-and-under softball tournament. For starters, the Blaze were… Read more
He said, He said
Now that the NFL lockout is over, area football fans can’t stop talking about how good – or bad – the Carolina Panthers will be this season. Union County Weekly… Read more
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