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Cuthbertson boys soccer advances to first state final
With a 2-1 overtime win over Newton-Conover on Tuesday, Nov. 13, the Cuthbertson boys soccer team advanced to its first state championship game, where the Cavs will face Carrboro in… Read more
Porter Ridge linemen have sparked one of the state’s best defenses
The Porter Ridge football team’s defense, known to the Pirates as the “dark side,” has developed a strong reputation over the past four-plus years. And as the Pirates remain excellent… Read more
Defense makes the difference for Redhawks
There aren’t too many instances when a team runs only seven offensive plays in the first half of a game and is still successful. But that’s what happened for Monroe… Read more
Spartans hang tough, earn win
There were plenty of opportunities for Sun Valley to call it a season last week, especially after the Spartans fell into a 22-7 hole in the first quarter against Asheville… Read more
Warriors stick to routine
For many coaches, having the Tuesday before a second-round playoff game off from school could be a taxing exercise, especially with a team such as Charlotte Catholic and its Double-Wing-T… Read more
Cardinals ready for Albemarle
It appears that after stumbling to a 3-6 start to the year, the Union Academy Cardinals are playing their best ball of the season right now. That notion was supported… Read more
Pirates, Hicklin keep it simple
Porter Ridge sophomore quarterback Isaiah Hicklin had another solid outing in last week’s 69-0 win over Watauga. Hicklin completed seven of his 11 passes for 100 yards and three touchdowns… Read more
Area cross country teams close season impressively
The N.C. High School Athletic Association’s state cross country meets were held on Saturday, Nov. 3, and several Union County teams had impressive showings. In the Class 2A meet, Cuthbertson… Read more
Local soccer teams march on
A pair of local high school boys soccer teams will play in regional semifinals on Saturday, Nov. 10. In the Class 3A playoffs, Weddington improved its record to 18-4-2 with… Read more
Weddington duo wins state girls doubles tennis title
According to Weddington tennis players Heidi Swope and Emma Yates, dropping their first set, 6-4, after building a 4-1 lead against the Charlotte Catholic doubles team of Grace Deering and… Read more
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