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Rushing ahead

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 »

The forecast for 28110 by WP Wunderground