CHAPEL HILL, NC — The North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA), in partnership with North Carolina Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company, is proud to recognize eight outstanding high school coaches with the 2024-2025 Homer Thompson “Eight Who Make a Difference” Award. This annual award honors coaches across the state who exemplify exceptional sportsmanship and serve as inspiring role…
GREENSBORO – The North Carolina High School Athletic Association Track and Field Championships took place on Friday and Saturday at the Marcus T. Johnson Track on the campus of North Carolina A&T.
BURLINGTON – The North Carolina High School Athletic Association’s Men’s Tennis season came to an end on Saturday at the Burlington Tennis Center as the Dual Team Championships concluded.
CHAPEL HILL, NC – The North Carolina High School Athletic Association is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024-2025 Heart of a Champion Award. This honor recognizes student-athletes across the state who have demonstrated exceptional sportsmanship, leadership, and community service while participating in high school athletics. Each recipient represents the very best of North Carolina’s…
CHAPEL HILL – The spring meeting of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association’s Board of Directors concluded on Wednesday, April 30, at the NCHSAA Offices. Over the course of the two-day meeting, the Directors met and discussed agenda items, with action taken on Wednesday. On Thursday, May 1, the NCHSAA held its Annual Meeting and…
The 2025 Region 8 Student Leadership Summit, hosted at Enka High School at Lake Hills Church, was an incredible success — a powerful day by the students, for the students, emphasizing the importance of student voice and leadership at the local level. Over 100 student-athletes from across Region 8 gathered for a day focused on growth, collaboration,…
FloSports Cross Country Scholarship The NCHSAA is proud to announce the recipients of the prestigious FloSports Cross Country Scholarship, recognizing outstanding student-athletes who have demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, and athletic achievement. This year’s honorees are Owen Alford and Lydia Hendren, who have significantly contributed to their respective teams and communities. Owen Alford Owen Alford,…
Gilbert Douglas Ferrell, 92, of Wilson, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Gilbert was best known for his long and impactful career in education and athletics. He served with distinction as a teacher, coach, and athletic director in Wilson County, where he influenced generations of students…
Truist powers the Commissioner’s Trophy platform and seeks to recognize NCHSAA member schools and their respective student-athletes for their service and community outreach initiatives during the school year. Up to eight (8) schools, ideally one per district, are awarded a stipend to help support their respective service projects. ARDREY KELL HIGH SCHOOL | Volleyball team Youth…
