2026 NCHSAA Annual Awards Celebration
The NCHSAA hosted its annual awards celebration on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in Greensboro.
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2025-2026 State Award Recipients
CHAPEL HILL — The North Carolina High School Athletic Association recognized some of the state’s most outstanding contributors to education-based athletics during its annual awards ceremony, honoring excellence in coaching, athletic administration, school leadership, media coverage, and student-athlete achievement. Tim Stevens Media Representative of the Year Veteran sportswriter Bob Sutton was named the 2025-2026 Tim Stevens Media…
2025-2026 Heart of a Champion Winners
This program recognizes student-athletes who exemplify excellence both on and off the field. Each honoree has participated in at least one varsity sport during the school year while maintaining an ejection-free record. Beyond athletics, these individuals have demonstrated outstanding character, overcome adversity, and gone above and beyond in their pursuit of success. The NCHSS is…
2025-2026 Homer Thompson “Eight Who Make a Difference” Award Winners
The Homer Thompson “Eight Who Make a Difference” Award honors the legacy of the late Coach Homer Thompson, a longtime Parkland High School coach and North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) Hall of Fame member. Known for his unwavering commitment to sportsmanship and education-based athletics, Coach Thompson set a lasting standard for leadership both…
2025-2026 NCHSAA Exemplary School Award
Each year, the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) recognizes a school that truly embodies integrity, competitive spirit, and achievement both on and off the field. This prestigious honor highlights programs that go beyond wins and losses to demonstrate character, leadership, and academic success. For 2025-2026, Athens Drive High School has earned this distinguished…
2025-2026 FloSports Scholarship Winners
The NCHSAA is proud to announce the recipients of the FloSports Scholarships, recognizing outstanding student-athletes in Cross Country, Indoor Track, and Outdoor Track who have demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, and athletic achievement. This year’s honorees are: The two recipients for the spring season will be announced later. 2025 FloSports Cross Country Scholarship Bella Strickland…
2025-2026 NFHS School Honor Roll Program
The NFHS School Honor Roll Program recognizes schools whose coaches have completed professional development through NFHS Learning Center coursework. This national distinction honors a school and its coaches’ dedication and commitment to students and education-based programs. Schools that apply and meet the requirements will earn a banner to hang in their school, highlighting this national achievement. During…
ORTHOCAROLINA Performance of the Month — April 2026
The OrthoCarolina Performance of the Month Winners for April 2026 are Jay Cohn from Athens Drive and Riley Huffman from Wilkes Central. Jay Cohn, who is committed to playing collegiate lacrosse at Harvard University, was a clinical goalscorer and playmaker for Athens Drive in April. Jay was able to rack up 59 goals and 29…
2025-2026 NCHSAA Triple Threat Award Presented by Morgan & Morgan
CHARLOTTE – The North Carolina High School Association (NCHSAA) is proud to announce the 2025-2026 Triple Threat Award presented by Morgan & Morgan, a recognition program honoring outstanding student-athletes who excel in three different sports during the academic year. This initiative celebrates the versatility, determination, and relentless work ethic of North Carolina’s most dedicated high school athletes. These athletes excel in competing across fall, winter, and spring…
NCHSAA Announces Resolution Following Independent Review of 8A Men’s Track and Field Championship
CHAPEL HILL — Following a decision by the Independent Interscholastic Athletic Appeals Board administered by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, the North Carolina High School Athletic Association Board of Directors convened in a special meeting on Tuesday morning to consider the matter involving the conclusion of the 2026 8A Men’s Track and Field…
