Sunday, March 30, 2008
News-Argus Swimmer of the Year: Mason Chenier
Awards can do nothing to describe it because no other physical activity works the same way. Burning muscles. Constant ear aches. Zero hours sleep. That's life as a high school swimmer and no one knows the rigorous grind better than...Published: Mar 30, 2008 2:04 AM Full Story
News-Argus Co-Wrestlers of the Year: Olivia Neal, Chris Tesar
Rosewood's Olivia Neal and Eastern Wayne's Chris Tesar, in their own way, posted unprecedented -- and phenomenal -- senior seasons on the wrestling mat. Neal broke the gender barrier. Tesar concluded his stellar varsity career as the county and school...Published: Mar 30, 2008 2:04 AM Full Story
No. 1-ranked Trojans likely to fall from top perch
MOUNT OLIVE -- After spending five weeks atop several national baseball polls, Mount Olive's reign at No. 1 most likely ended Saturday afternoon -- and against an unlikely opponent. Conference Carolinas member Coker (S.C.) College stunned the Trojans 10-9 in...Published: Mar 30, 2008 2:04 AM Full Story
Deacon Jones Invitational: Rosewood three-peats as tournament champion
PRINCETON -- As Rosewood's players hoisted the Deacon Jones Invitational championship trophy in jubilation and cameras illuminated the night sky, Josh Smith reflected on the moment. Not so long ago, the Eagles struggled to find their identity. Wins were a...Published: Mar 30, 2008 2:04 AM Full Story
Deacon Jones Invitational: Spring Creek cages Dixon
PRINCETON -- Spring Creek shook off the doldrums from a Thursday loss to a county rival and rebounded with a 10-4 decision over Dixon in the consolation game of the seventh annual Deacon Jones Invitational. After falling to Rosewood in...Published: Mar 30, 2008 2:04 AM Full Story
C.B. Aycock softball goes 1-2 at Harnett Central Invitational
ANGIER -- The Charles B. Aycock softball team compiled a 1-2 record during the single-day Harnett Central Invitational contested Friday. The Golden Falcons opened tournament play with a 1-0, eight-inning loss to Triton. Perennial Class 3-A power Harnett Central downed...Published: Mar 30, 2008 2:03 AM Full Story