The late Dr. Wiley “Army” Armstrong was one of the most influential figures in high school athletics in the state for many years as he served as the executive director of the North Carolina High School Athletic Conference (NCHSAC), the organization for black high schools. Born in Edgecombe County and a 1931 graduate of Shaw…
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…
GREENSBORO — The North Carolina High School Athletic Association’s Dual Team Wrestling Playoffs concluded on Saturday at the Novant Health Field House at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex. The NCHSAA is committed to promoting good sportsmanship and has partnered with the NC Farm Bureau to recognize two athletes from each State Championship event with the NC…
During the month of February, in honor of Black History Month, the NCHSAA website will feature information about African Americans who have made major contributions to the great tradition of high school sports in our state. We hope you find these both entertaining and informative. THE NORTH CAROLINA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC CONFERENCE The North Carolina…
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…
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 21 of NCHSAA competition are Jalia Borden from Valor…
In mid-October, Kyle Stinson was honored to receive an invitation from the NCHSAA to represent Section 3 of the NFHS and become a member of the newly established National Student Advisory Council (NSAC). The significance of this opportunity was not lost on Kyle, who had already transitioned from representing his school and county to a…
NDIANAPOLIS, IN (December 7, 2023) — Sixteen high school student leaders from across the nation have been selected to serve on the inaugural NFHS National Student Advisory Council (NSAC), which will meet for the first time January 20-23 in Indianapolis. The 16 student leaders, all juniors in classification and all involved in sports or performing…
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 20 of NCHSAA competition are Camryn Massey from Ashbrook…
