NFHS Winter Sports Officials Appreciation Week will occur January 12-18, 2025! Participation in Winter Sports Officials’ Appreciation Week can be as simple or as extravagant as state associations and/or schools want it to be. Many schools will not only get their teams involved in the fun but will ask student groups on campus to get involved. …
NCHSAA Fall Sports Officials Appreciation Week will occur September 30 – October 5, 2024 as part of NFHS High School Activities Month! NCHSAA Fall Sports Officials Appreciation Week will take place September 30 – October 5, 2024 and we would like to encourage all member schools to take part. Participation in officials’ appreciation weeks can be as…
NFHS Spring Sports Officials Appreciation Week will occur April 14-20, 2024! Participation in Spring Sports Officials’ Appreciation Week can be as simple or as extravagant as state associations and/or schools want it to be. Many schools will not only get their teams involved in the fun but will ask student groups on campus to get involved. …
On February 2nd, 2024, at Elevation Church – Lake Norman in Charlotte, NC, the Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) and the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) hosted a transformative event, the 2024 CMS & NCHSAA Student Leadership Summit. The theme, “How to Start a Student-Athlete Advisory Council,” brought together a dynamic group of student-athletes…
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The North Carolina High School Athletic Association has announced a three-year partnership with Concept Coding, LLC to become a Corporate Supporter of the NCHSAA. The world of High School baseball and Softball are transitioning toward modern technology for on-field players. As efforts to accelerate game speed continue, wearable technology has had a spotlight shine on…
Smith, a former Athletic Director at Lejeune and Northside high schools, passed away Saturday night. He was 81. Gary Michael “Mike” Smith, 81, passed away on January 27, 2024. As a USMC Marine “brat,” he had many residences, but Jacksonville was undoubtedly his home, and Murfreesboro, Tennessee, where family roots were deep. He initially arrived…
INDIANAPOLIS, IN (January 17, 2024) — Jennifer Marks has been the head cheer coach at Cardinal Gibbons High School in Raleigh, North Carolina, for 27 years and has led her teams to 23 state titles and four Carolina Cup championships. Cardinal Gibbons was 2022 North Carolina High School Athletic Association Super Large Varsity state champions,…
Chapel Hill and Raleigh – All the recaps, stats, press conference videos, and pictures from the 2023 NCHSAA Football Championships.
Kyle Stinson, a Senior at Seaforth High School in Chatham County, NC, is not only a dedicated student but also an enthusiastic athlete with a fervor for education-based athletics and high school activities. At Seaforth, Kyle actively participates on the Tennis Team, showcasing his skills and commitment to sportsmanship. In addition to his role on…
CHAPEL HILL – The North Carolina High School Athletic Association concluded its Winter Board of Directors Meeting on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at the NCHSAA Office in Chapel Hill. The Board of Directors approved the membership applications of four new schools effective for the 2024-25 school year: American Leadership Academy, Jackson Day School, Phoenix Academy, and Summit…
This past weekend, the NCHSAA had the incredible opportunity to attend the Student-Athletes United Summit put on by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) Student-Athlete Advisory Council (SAAC) at Carowinds Park in Charlotte, North Carolina. The event was a dynamic gathering, bringing together around 200 CMS student-athletes for a day filled with inspiration, education, community service, and a…
KERNERSVILLE, NC – The North Carolina High School Athletic Association’s 2023 Cross Country State Champions were crowned at the Ivey Redmon Sports Complex in Kernersville on Saturday. Four records were broken, including two new State Meet records, and two individuals successfully defended their titles. The Swain County, NCSSM-Durham and North Lincoln women’s teams all won…
Each week two athletes in the North Carolina High School Athletic Association are selected for the Performance of the Week Award, Powered by OrthoCarolina. These athletes are nominated by coaches, media and school administrators for their outstanding performance. The OrthoCarolina Performers of the Week for week 10 of NCHSAA competition are Madison Darnell from Highland Tech and Jorge…
Each week two athletes in the North Carolina High School Athletic Association are selected for the Performance of the Week Award, Powered by OrthoCarolina. These athletes are nominated by coaches, media and school administrators for their outstanding performance. The OrthoCarolina Performers of the Week for week nine of NCHSAA competition are Sophie Harris from East Surry and Nishant…
By Dr. Karissa Niehoff, Chief Executive Officer of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS), and Que Tucker, Commissioner of the North Carolina High School Athletic Assocation Participants in high school sports and performing arts are under tremendous pressure these days – from parents, teachers, coaches and peers. Their days are consumed with school,…
CHAPEL HILL, NC – Over the last two weeks, the NCHSAA Staff conducted the annual regional meetings, one in each of the eight regions. The Association would like to thank all of our host sites as well as the Superintendents, Principals, Athletic Directors, Coaches, Regional Directors and special guests that attended. During those meetings, the…
Each week two athletes in the North Carolina High School Athletic Association are selected for the Performance of the Week Award, Powered by OrthoCarolina. These athletes are nominated by coaches, media and school administrators for their outstanding performance. The OrthoCarolina Performers of the Week for week five of the NCHSAA competition are Mackenzie Walser from West Davidson High…
Each week two athletes in the North Carolina High School Athletic Association are selected for the Performance of the Week Award, Powered by OrthoCarolina. These athletes are nominated by coaches, media and school administrators for their outstanding performance. The OrthoCarolina Performers of the Week for week four of the NCHSAA competition are Ellie Spear from John A. Holmes…
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – The North Carolina High School Athletic Association is pleased to announce the creation of the NCHSAA Foundation, Inc., a new entity designed to expand upon the Association’s history of giving back to its member schools. The NCHSAA Board of Directors voted to approve the creation of the Foundation in the May 2023…
CHAPEL HILL – The North Carolina High School Athletic Association is excited to announce the locations and dates of the 2023 fall sports championships. Burlington Tennis Center will once again play host to the NCHSAA’s dual team tennis championship matches as well as the 3A individual state tournament. The 1A individual tournament will be held at…
CHAPEL HILL – The North Carolina High School Athletic Association is proud to honor the high schools that had zero ejections in the 2022-23 school year. There were 104 schools that completed the school year without a single ejection across all sports. Sportsmanship is the first core value of the NCHSAA and these schools set…
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…
The North Carolina High School Athletic Association, in conjunction with Wells Fargo, is proud to release the standings in the 46th annual Wells Fargo Cup competitions for the 2024-2025 academic year after completion of the Fall Championships. The awards recognize the high schools that achieve the best overall interscholastic athletic performance within each of the state’s…
Click HERE to Return to Region 8 Student Leadership Summit Home Page!! Student-Athlete Panel: Samantha LaFon (Appalachian State) Student-Athlete Panel: DaMarr Harvey (UNC Asheville) Student-Athlete Panel: Elle Thigpen (UNC Asheville) Student-Athlete Panel: Greg Gantt Jr. (UNC Asheville) Breakout Leader: Erin Punter Spence – Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance/Senior Woman Administrator Breakout Leader: Aylin McGowan, Junior…
The NCHSAA concluded the 2025 Basketball Season on March 10-15, bringing back the highly popular championship week format. Eight schools were crowned state champions. See below for the results by classification and gender.
Catch every thrilling moment! Find out where you can watch the championship games live in your area, online, or listen on the radio. Broadcasts NFHS Network Other Approved Live Broadcasts Day Time Game Outlet(s) Saturday 5:05 p.m. Southeast Alamance v. North Wilkes WWWC RADIO Saturday 7:35 p.m. Northwood v. Reidsville RoCo Radio
April 7, 2025 | Lake Hills Church | 370 Lake Dr Biltmore Lake, NC, 28715“Starting A Student-Athlete Leadership Team” Program Packet Schedule Time Scheduled Events 8:00 – 8:30 a.m. Registration (Juice and breakfast pastries provided) 8:45 – 9:30 a.m. Opening General Session | Speakers: DeMarr Harvey (UNC Asheville), Samantha LaFon (Appalachian State, Greg Gantt (UNC Asheville), Elle Thigpen (UNC Asheville) 9:30 – 10:00 a.m. Large Group Session | Starting a Student-Athlete Leadership Team 10:00 – 10:10 a.m. Break #1…
The North Carolina Athletic Directors Association (NCADA) is pleased to announce the 31st Class of the NCADA Hall of Fame. We congratulate Chad Duncan and Masanori Toguchi for being selected for induction into the 2025 NCADA Hall of Fame. It is a well-deserved and great honor. They will be inducted during the NCADA Conference Banquet…
GREENSBORO – The North Carolina High School Athletic Association’s Individual Wrestling Championships ended on Monday night at the First Horizon Coliseum. Seaforth, Union Pines, and Davie County all earned their second team championship in a row. Jack Britt claimed the Women’s Championship, and Mount Airy won the 1A Team Title. In the Women’s Championship, Jack…
WINSTON-SALEM—Alfred Alvin Poe transitioned peacefully to be with the Lord on Friday, February 14, 2025, Valentine’s Day, surrounded by his loving family. From the tennis courts of North Carolina Central to the sidelines of Carver High, “Coach Poe” shaped lives, built champions, and left a lasting legacy in education and athletics. His many accolades include…
