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Postgame: Apex wins LAX state championship

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:43:38 -0400

Coach John Hayden and senior Derek Sweet of Apex High School talk about their team's performance in the final seconds of the boys lacrosse state championship.

Highlights: Green Hope soccer beats Millbrook in sudden death

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:48:12 -0400

Alexis Degler scored the game-winning goal in sudden death overtime to lift Green Hope past Millbrook, 4-3.

Extra Effort: Lindsey Sharpe, Nash Central (May 14, 2013)

Tue, 14 May 2013 18:40:08 -0400

Nash Central's Lindsey Sharpe is one of the region's best softball pitchers who bats nearly .400. She is also a volleyball captain, an all-conference swimmer, an honor student and volunteers at a nursing home. She is this week's winner of Tom Suiter's Extra Effort Award.

Extra Effort: Maura McDonnell, Green Hope (May 7, 2013)

Tue, 07 May 2013 18:46:15 -0400

Green Hope's Maura McDonnell is an all-state track and cross country runner as well as a player on the Falcons' top-ranked soccer team. She excels in the classroom, too, and is this week's winner of Tom Suiter's Extra Effort Award.

Mitchell: Hoke coach's diagnosis unites community

Fri, 03 May 2013 19:21:26 -0400

Hoke County High School baseball coach Mike Ray continues to work despite a diagnosis with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

HSOT Round Table: NCHSAA annual meeting

Thu, 02 May 2013 17:09:44 -0400

Nick Stevens and James Alverson host a special edition of HighSchoolOT Round Table to discuss the new rules passed by the NCHSAA this week.

Extra Effort: Ariel Potter, Roanoke Rapids (April 30, 2013)

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:43:40 -0400

Roanoke Rapids' Ariel Potter is a captain on the basketball, volleyball and soccer team where she is an all-region goalkeeper. Potter is also a co-valedictorian and scuba dives in her free time on a path to becoming a marine biologist. She is this week's winner of Tom Suiter's Extra Effort Award.

Lady Panthers raises scholarship money in teammate's memory

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 23:48:58 -0400

For the teammates of an Orange County teen who was killed in a car wreck in December, Wednesday night's softball game was about more than winning or losing. It was about their friend - 16-year-old Kacie Chamberlain, the team's pitcher.

Extra Effort: Bakri Abushouk, Cary (April 16, 2013)

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 20:32:32 -0400

Cary's Bakri Abushouk is the 2012 State 4A cross-country champion, winner of the indoor 1,000, 1,600 and 3,200 meter events, and this week's winner of the Tom Suiter Extra Effort Award. Interviews are with Jerry Dotson, Cary track coach; Bakri Abushouk; Nick Stump, assistant track coach; and Lisa Blackburn, Cary math teacher.

MaxPreps awards national ranking trophy to Millbrook

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:32:19 -0400

The Millbrook girls basketball team received a national ranking trophy from MaxPreps after winning the state championship.

Millbrook coach Chris East says national award is an honor

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:18:02 -0400

Millbrook girls basketball coach Chris East said receiving the MaxPreps national ranking trophy is a great way to cap off an undefeated season.

Extra Effort: Jennie Cunningham, Pinecrest (Apr. 9, 2013)

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 22:39:04 -0400

Pinecrest's Jennie Cunnigham is an honor student and standout athlete. She is also this week's winner of the Extra Effort Award.

Extra Effort: Tara Simmons (April 2, 2013)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:51:58 -0400

Tara Simmons participates in track and golf at C.B. Aycock High School. She is a two-time 3A state golf champion, and this week's winner of the Tom Suiter Extra Effort Award.

Extra Effort: Nella Chamblee (March 27, 2013)

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:54:50 -0400

Nella Chamblee plays volleyball and softball at Corinth Holders High School, and she is the first athlete from her school to ever sign a Division 1 scholarship. She is this week's winner of the Tom Suiter Extra Effort Award.

Millbrook's girls basketball team does the Harlem Shake

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 22:42:28 -0400

The Millbrook girls basketball team did its own Harlem Shake video during the taping of HighSchoolOT Round Table on Tuesday afternoon.

HighSchoolOT Round Table: Mar. 19, 2013

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 22:40:03 -0400

HighSchoolOT Round Table takes to the road at Millbrook to wrap up the high school basketball season, and James Alverson makes good on his promise of cake.

Millbrook Girls vs Page 4A State Championship

Capitol Broadcasting — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 00:15:47 -0400

Millbrook Girls defend their 2012 championship in the 2013 edition of the NCHSAA 4A State Championship game

4A Boys State Championship Game: Broughton vs. Olympic

Capitol Broadcasting — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 14:05:39 -0400

Broughton battles Olympic for the 2013 NCHSAA 4A State Championship

Extra Effort: Nikki Bell (March 12, 2013)

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 22:34:33 -0400

Nikki Bell plays both softball and basketball at Franklin Academy, but her true excellence goes beyond the sporting arena. Bell is a musician and a natural leader with a great sense of humor. She is this week's winner of Tom Suiter's Extra Effort Award.

HighSchoolOT Round Table: State Championship Edition

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:19:07 -0400

Nick Stevens, Chris Edwards and James Alverson look to the state championship games this weekend.

Coaches prepare for state championships

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 16:12:46 -0400

The NCHSAA state basketball championships take place Saturday in Chapel Hill and Raleigh. On Monday, the coaches laid out their plans for championship week.

Tyndall has Kinston in familiar position

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 12:40:30 -0500

Perry Tyndall has Kinston back in the Eastern Regional in his first year as the head coach of the Vikings.

Chapel Hill's girls return to regionals

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 12:41:33 -0500

Sherry Norris believes her Chapel Hill team has what it takes to win in the Eastern Regional this year.

East says high expectations don't add pressure for Millbrook

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 12:58:22 -0500

Millbrook girls basketball coach Chris East knows expectations are high for his team at the Eastern Regional, but he doesn't think it adds pressure for his players.

McCorkle credits players for Broughton's regional run

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 12:59:50 -0500

First year Broughton girls basketball coach Brad McCorkle has the Caps back in the Eastern Regional, but he credits his players for getting the team here.

Southeast Raleigh feels it has something to prove

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 13:01:28 -0500

Southeast Raleigh coach Nicole Meyers said her girls feel like they have something to prove at the Eastern Regional. The Bulldogs are undefeated.

Extra Effort: Jon Beyle (March 5, 2013)

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 20:25:38 -0500

East Chapel Hill track sensation Jon Beyle is a three-time state champion in track and field. He's this week's winner of the Tom Suiter Extra Effort Award.

Medlin: Clayton had to fight to make regionals

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 10:49:45 -0500

Clayton coach Denny Medlin said his team was battle-tested in the first three rounds of the state playoffs.

Hillside's Davis believes his team is under the radar

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 10:51:06 -0500

Hillside basketball coach Crasten Davis believes his team has made a quiet run to regionals, but believes they can win.

Broughton coach taking playoffs one game at a time

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 10:52:43 -0500

Jeff Ferrell said he is making sure his team doesn't get ahead of itself, focusing on just one opponent at a time.

HighSchoolOT Round Table: Mar. 4, 2013

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 17:37:17 -0500

Nick Stevens, James Alverson and Chris Edwards talk about regional tournaments and other basketball topics.

Boys Highlights: Hoggard vs. Clayton (Mar. 1, 2013)

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 23:40:03 -0500

Hoggard forced overtime with the help of a questionable call, but Clayton prevailed in the extra period.

Boys Highlights: Apex vs. Broughton (Mar. 1, 2013)

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:52:42 -0500

Broughton defeated Apex in come from behind fashion on Friday to advance to the 4-A regional.

Boys Highlights: J.F. Webb vs. Chapel Hill (Mar. 1, 2013)

Sat, 02 Mar 2013 02:10:52 -0500

J.F. Webb pulled away to defeat Chapel Hill for the second time this season.

Girls Highlights: Holly Springs vs. Millbrook (Mar. 3, 2013)

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:57:04 -0500

Millbrook's girls basketball team pulled away from Holly Springs and never looked back as the Wildcats prepare for their third straight regional appearance.

Girls Highlights: South Guilford vs. Chapel Hill (Mar. 1, 2013)

Sat, 02 Mar 2013 02:13:00 -0500

Chapel Hill's girls cruise again in the third round of the state playoffs, this time over South Guilford.

HighSchoolOT Round Table: Feb. 28, 2013

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 17:23:28 -0500

With the second round in the books, Nick Stevens, Chris Edwards and James Alverson look ahead to round three and who will make a trip to regionals next week.

HighSchoolOT Round Table: Feb. 26, 2013

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:55:59 -0500

Nick Stevens, Chris Edwards and James Alverson discuss round one of the state playoffs, look ahead to round two, and discuss the state playoff format.

Scott McInnes discusses his team's first round win over Northern

Capitol Broadcasting — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:39:38 -0500

Millbrook head coach Scott McInnes discussed his squad's 75-63 first round victory over Northern Durham

Stevens, Edwards break down 4-A boys & girls

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 20:39:44 -0500

Nick Stevens & Chris Edwards head to the touch screen to talk about the 4-A basketball playoffs.

Cap 8 Men's and Women's Championship Games

Capitol Broadcasting — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 00:49:28 -0500

Cap 8 Basketball Championship Doubleheader 2-22-13. Women's Millbrook vs. Broughton. Men's Broughton vs. Leesville

Highlights: Josh Level

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:20:26 -0500

Highlights from the basketball career of Josh Level courtesy of BallisLife.com

HighSchoolOT Round Table: Feb. 14, 2013

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 15:26:46 -0500

Chris Edwards and James Alverson join Nick Stevens for HighSchoolOT Round Table this week as the regular season comes to a close.

Boys Highlights: Southeast Raleigh vs. Garner (Feb. 12, 2013)

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 22:38:10 -0500

The Garner Trojans defeated Southeast Raleigh 67-59 on Tuesday night.

Boys Highlights: Middle Creek vs. Holly Springs (Feb. 12, 2013)

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 02:00:04 -0500

The Middle Creek Mustangs defeated Holly Springs on Tuesday night at home.

Extra Effort: Bayley Coleman-Cox (Feb. 12, 2013)

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 18:44:12 -0500

Bayley Coleman-Cox is a basketball player at Jordan high school who will continue her education and basketball at Hampton University. She is this week's winner of Tom Suiter's Extra Effort Award.

HighSchoolOT Round Table: Feb. 7, 2013

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 21:03:11 -0500

Chris Edwards & James Alverson talk about several close playoff races in area conferences with just one and a half weeks left in the regular season.

Enloe, Sanderson fighting for last Cap 8 playoff berth

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 21:02:24 -0500

The Cap 8 Conference is a tough one, and the last spot in the playoffs will likely come down to Sanderson & Enloe. Nick Stevens breaks down the scenarios.

Two ties involving five teams in Cap 8 girls race

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 21:01:29 -0500

Two teams are tied for second place, while three teams are tied for fourth place. One of the teams will be left out of the playoffs, Nick Stevens explains.

Gary Fowler talks recruiting with Mark & Mike

Capitol Broadcasting — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 19:49:49 -0500

Former HC of Clayton Gary Fowler talks the college recruiting business with Mark and Mike of 620 The Buzz

Boys Highlights: Garner vs. Clayton (Feb. 6, 2013)

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 00:50:00 -0500

Garner took a big lead early, but Clayton came back to win and force a tie for first place in the Greater Neuse River.

Cap 8 BB GOTW Broughton vs Enloe

Capitol Broadcasting — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 11:46:27 -0500

The #3 Broughton Caps head on the road for a test from Enloe

Stevens: Things tighten up in the Tri-9

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 23:49:18 -0500

The race for the conference championship tightened on Tuesday night in the Tri-9, and Holly Springs and Panther Creek are squarely on the bubble.

Stevens: Cap 8 boys race gets interesting

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 23:58:17 -0500

With some close games and upsets, the Cap 8 boys basketball race has become rather interesting as the regular season comes to a close.

Stevens: Cap 8 girls race has many ties

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:06:13 -0500

Several teams in the Cap 8 girls race are looking at ties, including for the last spots in the state playoffs.

Boys Highlights: Hillside vs. Jordan (Feb. 5, 2013)

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:12:48 -0500

Jordan's boys basketball team notched a big win over Hillside on Tuesday.

Extra Effort: Tyrone Outlaw (Feb. 5, 2013)

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 18:59:23 -0500

Tyrone Outlaw is a standout basketball player at Person High School, an honor student, and the vice president of his class.

Nick Stevens breaks down the Tri-9 playoff bubble

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 22:32:12 -0500

HighSchoolOT.com Senior Editor Nick Stevens breaks down the playoff picture for a log-jammed Tri-9.

Boys Highlights: Millbrook vs. Broughton (Jan. 31, 2013)

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:53:29 -0500

Broughton defeated Millbrook to force a tie for first place in the Cap 8.

Girls Highlights: Millbrook vs. Broughton (Jan. 31, 2013)

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:37:14 -0500

Millbrook's girls basketball remained undefeated with a win on the road at Broughton.

Broughton's Ferrell looks to Millbrook

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:40:18 -0500

Broughton basketball coach Jeff Ferrell knows Thursday's game against Millbrook is a big one. Broughton is one game behind Millbrook for first place.

HighSchoolOT Round Table: Jan. 30, 2013

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 16:41:30 -0500

There are some interesting conference races and big games this week in high school basketball. Nick, Chris & James talk about all the headlines and coaching changes this week.

Boys Highlights: Broughton vs. Leesville Road (Jan. 29, 2013)

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:09:56 -0500

Broughton lost a 20-point lead but held on to defeat Leesville Road on Tuesday night.

Girls Highlights: Northern Durham vs. Jordan (Jan. 29, 2013)

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 23:43:21 -0500

Northern Durham overcame a first quarter deficit to defeat Jordan, 54-50.

Extra Effort: DeAnneisha Jackson (Jan. 29, 2013)

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 20:14:00 -0500

DeAnneisha Jackson is a four-year starter on the Harnett Central basketball team and a leader in the classroom. An honors student headed to Radford University, Jackson wants to be a doctor and is this week's winner of Tom Suiter's Extra Effort Award.

Stevens, Edwards break down Garner-Clayton

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 18:12:33 -0500

Chris Edwards joined Nick Stevens in studio to talk about the first match-up between Clayton and Garner and look ahead to the next one.

HighSchoolOT Round Table: Jan. 23, 2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 15:16:19 -0500

Nick Stevens, Chris Edwards and James Alverson talk about games that could determine playoff berths and seeding for local basketball teams.

Extra Effort: Jennifer Lyu (Jan. 23, 2013)

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:16:22 -0500

The Chapel Hill high school swimming team just won their conference championship. Jennifer Lyu specializes in two of the 100 meter events. But the depth of her talent goes beyond the pool. She is this week's winner of the Tom Suiter Extra Effort Award.

Schoonmaker: Sanderson, Enloe meet in Cap 8 double-header

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 07:29:12 -0500

Sanderson and Enloe met in a girls and boys double-header on Friday night in the Cap 8.

Boys Highlights: Knightdale vs. Clayton (Jan. 18, 2013)

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 00:14:54 -0500

Clayton came from behind to defeat Knightdale, 75-74.

Boys Highlights: Smithfield-Selma vs. Southeast Raleigh (Jan. 18, 2013)

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 23:18:39 -0500

Southeast Raleigh took out Smithfield-Selma 58-53 in Greater Neuse River play on Friday.

HighSchoolOT Round Table: Jan. 16, 2013

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 16:40:10 -0500

Nick Stevens, Chris Edwards & James Alverson talk about some tight races in local basketball conferences as exam break hits.

Highlights (Boys): Millbrook vs. Leesville Road (Jan. 11, 2013)

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 01:04:36 -0500

Millbrook defeated Leesville Road 52-50 to take the top spot in the Cap 8.

Highlights (Boys): Middle Creek vs. Apex (Jan. 11, 2013)

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 01:04:36 -0500

Middle Creek defeated Apex to take over the top spot in the Tri-9.

Cap 8 Game of the Week: Sanderson vs. WFR 1-11-13

Capitol Broadcasting — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 01:07:36 -0500

Sanderson battles Wake Forest-Rolesville in the Cap 8 Game of the Week

Schoonmaker: Wakefield vs. Enloe (Girls) & SE Raleigh vs. Garner (Boys) (Jan. 11, 2013)

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 01:06:29 -0500

Aaron Schoonmaker has the story as Wakefield's girls picked up a win over Enloe while Garner's boys defeated Southeast Raleigh in a rivalry game.

Cap 8 BB GOTW: Wakefield v Leesville 1-4-13

Capitol Broadcasting — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:19:30 -0500

First HS BB Broadcast of 2013 as Leesville hosts Wakefield in Cap 8 action

Hoops Headquarters: Dec. 29, 2012

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 08:33:36 -0500

Nick Stevens has the highlights from championship day at the HighSchoolOT.com Holiday Invitational.

HSOT Holiday Invitational Championships

Capitol Broadcasting — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 14:44:29 -0500

Play by play call of the Summit Hospitality and Shavlik Randolph bracket Championship games

Update: Game 7 Word of God 58, New Hampton 53

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 01:21:02 -0500

For the first time since 2007 -- its first appearance in the tournament -- Word of God has a HighSchoolOT.com Holiday Invitational championship trophy.

Highlights: Word of God 58, New Hampton 53

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 22:51:08 -0500

Raleigh's Word of God led throughout the championship game in the Shavlik Randolph bracket of the HighSchoolOT Holiday Invitational.

Update: Game 6 DeSoto 45, St. Joseph 42

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 21:57:47 -0500

DeSoto's Matt Jones said he was pleased with the win to show Triangle fans that "Duke is the best."

Highlights: DeSoto 45, St. Joseph 42

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 21:05:42 -0500

St. Joseph (NJ) and DeSoto (Texas) played a taut defensive game in the Summit Hospitality bracket championship at the HighSchoolOT Holiday Invitational.

Update: Game 5 Myers Park 56, Broughton 48

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 20:24:21 -0500

Boosted by strong play from Rhydeiah Rogers, Aliyah Mazyck and Saadia Timpton, Charlotte Myers Park downed Broughton 56-48 Saturday evening to capture its second consecutive title in the Mix 101.5 Girls Bracket at the HighSchoolOT.com Holiday Invitational.

Highlights: Myers Park 56, Broughton 48

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 19:29:05 -0500

Update Game 4: Hampton 70, Broughton 59

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 18:12:10 -0500

Broughton was no match for NCSU recruit Anthony Barber who showed of all parts of his game, whether it be dribble penetration or the long-range shot.

Postgame interviews: Hampton (Dec. 29)

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 17:58:42 -0500

Hampton's senior duo spent some extra time at the mic after their week at the HighSchoolOT Holiday Invitational. Anthony "Cat" Barber, NCSU recruit explained where his nickname came from and how he feels about Raleigh fans.

Highlights: Hampton 70, Broughton 59

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 18:03:02 -0500

The Hampton, VA Crabbers leave the HighSchoolOT.com Holiday Invitational in 3rd place of the Summit Hospitality after an impressive victory over host school, Broughton.

Update: Game 3 High Point Christian 65, Webb 52

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 16:19:23 -0500

The High Point Christian Academy Cougars managed to take home 3rd place in the Shavlik Randolph bracket after their convincing 65-52 win over Oxford Webb.

Highlights: High Point Christian 65, J.F. Webb 52

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 15:50:07 -0500

High Point Christian's big man Mike Kobani got the better of UNC recruit Isaiah Hicks and J.F. Webb Saturday for third place in the Shavlik Randolph bracket of the HighSchoolOT.com Holiday Invitational.

Update: Game 2 Miller 60, Apex 58

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 14:59:08 -0500

The Apex Cougars hung with The Miller School's "Big 3" but could not get over the hump in an elimination game at the HighSchoolOT.com Holiday Invitational.

Highlights: Miller 60, Apex 58

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 14:10:33 -0500

The Miller Mavericks held on to a 60-58 win after a furious comeback by the Apex High School Cougars.

Game 1 Update: Cuthbertson vs. Holly Springs

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 13:17:14 -0500

Trailing 40-32 late in the 3rd quarter, Cuthbertson was able to go on a run 13-0 run and beat Holly Springs in the 5th place game of the Summit Hospitality Bracket.

Highlights: Cuthbertson 67, Holly Springs 54

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 12:33:44 -0500

Cuthbertson Cavaliers overcame a halftime deficit for the second consecutive day and beat the Holly Springs Golden Hawks 67-54.

Hoops Headquarters: Dec. 28, 2012

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 12:44:05 -0500

Day three of the HighSchoolOT.com Holiday Invitational solidified the teams headed for the title games. See the highlights & get analysis.

Game 7 Update: J.F. Webb vs. Word of God

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 13:22:53 -0500

Isaiah Hicks and Mitron Terry combined for 14 final quarter points, but the duo's performance was not enough and the Webb Warriors fell to the Word of God Holy Rams in the Shavlik Randolph winner's bracket.

Highlights: Word of God 70, J.F. Webb 57 (Randolph bracket)

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 23:36:53 -0500

Starting center Tyrek Coger scored 8 points in the last quarter and played punishing defense to push Word of God into the Shavlik Randolph bracket title game at the HighSchoolOT Holiday Invitational.

Game 6 Update: DeSoto vs. Hampton

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 13:22:52 -0500

Duke fans of the area will hold a bit of bragging rights over State fans for the next few weeks. Matthew Jones and the DeSoto (TX) Eagles downed Anthony Barber and the Hampton (VA) Crabbers to advance to the championship game of the Summit Hospitality Bracket.

Highlights: DeSoto 46, Hampton 34 (Summit bracket)

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 20:46:42 -0500

DeSoto, Texas, topped Anthony Barber's Hampton team to advance to the championship of the Summit Hospitality bracket at the HighSchoolOT Holiday Invitational.