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Davis Whitfield Selected Chief Executive Officer of the NFHS
INDIANAPOLIS, IN (June 17, 2026) — Davis Whitfield, who has served as chief operating officer (COO) of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) for the past 11 years, has been named chief executive officer (CEO) of the NFHS, effective August 1, 2026. Whitfield was among three finalists who were interviewed by the…
2025-2026 Golden Whistle Award Winners
NCHSAA Honors Five Officials with 2026 Golden Whistle Awards CHAPEL HILL, NC — The North Carolina High School Athletic Association recognized five outstanding officials with the 2026 Golden Whistle Award during the Association’s Annual Awards ceremony. Presented annually, the Golden Whistle Award honors individuals whose influence has helped shape and strengthen officiating in North Carolina….
2026 NCHSAA Annual Awards Celebration
The NCHSAA hosted its annual awards celebration on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in Greensboro.
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…
