All posts by Juli Kidd
Remembering Coach Jimmy Warfford
James “Jimmy” Franklin Warfford, passed away on January 15, 2026. Coach Warfford was a beloved coach, mentor, and staple in the Siler City community who dedicated over 30 years to Jordan-Matthews High School as a baseball coach, athletic director, and multi-sport coach. His influence was so significant that the baseball field now bears his name,…
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….
James B. “Jim” Maxwell, 84 — Beloved Attorney, Legendary High School Swim Coach & NCHSAA Hall of Famer, Dies
James B. “Jim” Maxwell, 84, passed away on January 4, 2026, surrounded by family. A respected attorney and founder of a Durham law firm, Jim also devoted nearly 30 years to building the Jordan High School swim program into a perennial champion. In addition to serving as NCHSAA General Council, he served a term on…
2025-2026 Cheerleading Invitational
CONCORD – The North Carolina High School Athletic Association hosted its 23rd Annual Cheerleading Invitational at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center in Concord on Friday. The event, originally scheduled for December 6, 2025, at the Raleigh Convention Center, was unexpectedly relocated after a fire at the venue. Tar Heel Trophy | Weddington Warriors Weddington…
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North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026
RALEIGH, N.C.—The North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame is proud to announce its 2026 induction class. The new members, listed alphabetically, are Chip Beck, Heather Bergsma, Louis Breeden, Leonard Hamilton, Tyler Hansbrough, Richard Huntley, John Isner, Norvell Lee, Eddie Pope, Kelvin Sampson, and Jerry Winterton. The group of 11 will be enshrined during the 62nd annual…
