Tigers return with relaxed minds

WARSAW -- As James Kenan head coach Ken Avent Jr. sat down earlier this week to talk about his team's state championship game with West Montgomery scheduled for Saturday evening, he looked every a bit like a coach who was...

Published: Dec 7, 2007 1:49 PM Full Story

Rebels, Vikings take similar paths to finals

CALYPSO -- North Duplin and Plymouth seemed to follow the same formula to the N.C. High School Athletic Association Class 1-A (small school) championship game. Both teams finished below .500 two years ago. Last season, the Rebels stumbled in the...

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Rebels' Schilling handles role like seasoned player

CALYPSO -- Then next era of North Duplin's offense started sooner than its fans expected. Senior Doug Lloyd suffered a career-ending injury on the game's first play against Lakewood and hobbled to the sideline. Backup quarterback Alan Schilling snapped his...

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A busy day for Duplin County and the Avents

WARSAW -- With a pair of state titles on the line, Saturday could be special day for folks in Duplin County. Especially those in the Avent family. North Duplin athletics director Ken Avent Sr., and his son, James Kenan head...

Published: Dec 7, 2007 1:48 PM Full Story

Father, son to call 3-AA title contest

CHAPEL HILL -- As father and son, Ron and Jeff Prince have been making memories for over 30 years. Saturday afternoon will probably be the most memorable. The pair, who both live in the area, are most likely the first...

Published: Dec 7, 2007 1:48 PM Full Story

Local digest

Eagles rally, crush Bruins Rosewood spotted the Wilson Beddingfield wrestling team a double-digit advantage after six contested matches, but rallied for a 60-24, non-conference victory Thursday evening. Bruin grapplers pinned their respective foes in four of the first six individual...

Published: Dec 7, 2007 1:48 PM Full Story