All posts by Juli Kidd
NCHSAA Hall of Famer Stephen Spivey, Legendary Coach, Dies at 72
Stephen Spivey, a revered North Carolina high school coach and member of the NCHSAA Hall of Fame, passed away at age 72. Over a career spanning decades, Spivey built powerhouse programs, guided his teams to numerous state championships, and left a lasting mark on student-athletes and the sport across the state.
Riley “Buddy” Lowery III, Legendary Wrestling Coach, Dies at 73
Riley Belt “Buddy” Lowery III, a revered wrestling coach and educator, passed away on October 12, 2025, at the age of 73. A lifelong Davie County resident, Buddy dedicated more than 40 years to shaping young lives through teaching and coaching at Davie County High School.
