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Wilmington-area high school sports top performers April 29-May 4
The spring high school sports postseason begins this week as lacrosse and boys tennis kick off Wednesday. Baseball and softball's playoff season begins next week, while girls soccer starts postseason action on May 13. On Tuesday, Ashley baseball claimed the Mideastern Conference title by defeating Topsail in Hampstead. Laney hosts...
New Hanover's Cashmere James dominates at Mideastern Conference track and field championship
Less than two years ago, Cashmere James had never stepped foot on a track. The New Hanover senior sprinter has come a long way in the last 14 months, winning two conference titles last spring in the 200- and 400-meter dashes. James upped the ante Tuesday, earning three first-place victories (100, 200,...
“They’re the reason I’m here”: Laney parents who saved New Hanover coach’s life throw out first pitch
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – March 27th, 2024 could have been one of the saddest days in New Hanover County Athletics history. But it wasn’t – thanks to two first responders. New Hanover and Laney were in the middle of the first of two annual baseball matchups when...
Parents, stop complaining about playing time | Michael Cuneo
For as long as I've covered high school sports, parents have never been shy about voicing concerns. While some parents will find any reason to raise an issue, others offer legitimate concerns when needed. But for as many hot-topic issues I've encountered, the complaint about lack of playing time is a fire that might never die.
UNCW softball team to host CAA tournament for the first time
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - The UNCW softball team will host the CAA tournament for the first time on May 8-11. It will be the second time the tournament is hosted in North Carolina after Elon hosted in 2022. “It’s a wonderful opportunity for us to show off our university, our...
New Hanover’s Blake Walston called up to Major Leagues
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – Another Cape Fear baseball standout is living his dream at the highest level. On Wednesday, New Hanover grad Blake Walston got the call up to The Show. The Arizona Diamondbacks released the information via social media.
High School Signings: Ashley
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) – At Ashley High School Monday morning, a dozen student-athletes signed their letters of intent to commit to their respective schools. Bucke Tribble – United States Merchant Marines Academy. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL. Mackenzie Morton – Cape Fear Community College. MEN’S BASKETBALL. Coen Locklear...
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