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Contributed Front row (left to right): Natalie Bedrad, Emily Freed, Bayleigh Humbert, Taylor Gaskin Back row (left to right): Coach Rick Clark, Elizabeth Chan, Emily Benton, Kasey Adams, Hanna Henderson, Brooke Riccardi, Sarah Freeman, Lilly Fox, Coach Tina Fox
Select Girls win First Strike championship
Congrats to the Carolina Soccer Club’s (CRSC) 00 Select Girls, for winning the championship at the First Strike Tournament in Concord, N.C. The tournament was hosted by FC Carolina Alliance on April 21 and 22. Carolina 00 Select G competed in the U11 Girls Green Division and came out on top while playing in heavy rain. Carolina 00 Select Girls competes in the NCYSA Classic Open Division. The team is comprised of fifth and sixth grade girls an...
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Contributed Lawrence University baseball standout Drew Doares has been named the Midwest Conference Pitcher of the Week.
Doares named MWC Pitcher of the Week
Lawrence University baseball standout Drew Doares has been named the Midwest Conference Pitcher of the Week. Doares, who is from Holly Springs, N.C. and attended William G. Enloe High School, earned the honor after tossing his second shutout of the season on May 5. In a 7-0 victory at Carroll University, Doares allowed only five hits, all singles. The freshman pitcher struck out six and walked only one in a game that was completed in just...
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Contributed Back (from left): Michelle Woznichak (Assistant Coach), Elise Kraus, Dania Sheflin, Emily Ray, Ava Slovensky, Caroline Lauer, Daisy Ryan, Susie Lusardi, Sophia Woznichak, Christina Whetzel, Christian Whitley (Coach), Front (from left): Alec Betts, Dannah Jarrad, Abby Hill, Jennifer Pride, Emily Cox, Paige Amendum
98 Carolina Select Girls win Beat the Heat Tournament
Carolina Soccer Club’s U13 Classic Girls were champions at the 2012 Triad Elite Beat the Heat Tournament. The soccer tournament was held April 28 and 29, in Winston-Salem, N.C. More than 100 challenge and classic level teams competed. 98 Carolina Select took on U13 (under age 13) teams from North Carolina during the tournament. 98 Carolina Select was undefeated in the tournament’s Fire Division at 3-0-1 (W-L-T) for the weekend with two shut...
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Contributed Seniors honored last Tuesday evening – from left to right: Alex Boyd, Spencer Coffin, Daniel Decker, Manager Julie Guess, Brett Johnson, David Lorenzen, Sterling Tarr, James Viclocky and Michael Yeager.
Hawks celebrate Senior Night, wildcard playoff berth
Lacrosse fans packed the stadium last Tuesday night at Holly Springs High School for Senior Night against Apex. Captain Ethan Brantley started the game off with an early goal surprising the Cougar’s goalie in the first 45 seconds. The Hawks did not let up ending the first half up 9-5. Holly Springs continued to capitalize on turnovers and mistakes made by Apex. Evan Allen’s numerous faceoff wins allowed the Hawks to gain possession throughout...
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HSHS Athletic Department Open House set for May 17
On Thursday, May 17, the Holly Springs High School Athletic Department will be holding an open house for all incoming freshman and their parents/guardians at 7 p.m. in the gymnasium. The Golden Hawks Club and all head coaches will be in attendance. During this time all dates regarding tryouts, summer workouts, and physicals will be given, as well as addressing any questions you may have. This will be a great time to meet all the coaches and f...
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Contributed Carolina Soccer Club U11 Boys Team won first place in the FCCA First Strike Tournament in Concord, N.C. on Apr. 22. The team is coached by Rick Clark whose U11 Girls also won first place. Front row - Tommy DeGrezia, Manny Cheslog, Connor Marcus, Cade Viney, Aiden Fahy 2nd row - Grant Alexander, Ry Clark, Trevor Joncich, Nate Stone, Riley Myer, Justin Hill 3rd row - Jonathon Shamine, Wesley Shade, Hayden Pietrowski, Coach Rick Clark
Carolina U11 Boys win First Strike Tournament
Contributed Carolina Soccer Club U11 Boys Team won first place in the FCCA First Strike Tournament in Concord, N.C. on Apr. 22. The team is coached by Rick Clark whose U11 Girls also won first place. Front row - Tommy DeGrezia, Manny Cheslog, Connor Marcus, Cade Viney, Aiden Fahy 2nd row - Grant Alexander, Ry Clark, Trevor Joncich, Nate Stone, Riley Myer, Justin Hill 3rd row - Jonathon Shamine, Wesley Shade, Hayden Pietrowski, Coach Rick Cl...
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JackTarr/Contributed Philip Arnold’s quick release beats Gibbon’s goalie for his first of three goals in the match.
Hawks lacrosse regular season winding down
The Hawks’ last two games of the regular season were competitive conference games. Cardinal Gibbons traveled to Holly Springs last Tuesday evening for the second match between the two teams. The first game between them was a tough one goal loss for Holly Springs. This match began strong with Mason Boone wasting no time putting the Hawks on the board with an early goal just two minutes into the game. Philip Arnold continued to fight through Gi...
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Contributed<br> Chris Thomas of Holly Springs, signed a National Letter of Intent to play basketball for Francis Marion University of S.C. in the fall of 2012. Chis is a senior a Cary Christian School. He plans to major in Business Administration. Chris is the son of Danny and Cindy Thomas of Holly Springs.
Holly Springs student signs with Francis Marion University
Contributed Chris Thomas of Holly Springs, signed a National Letter of Intent to play basketball for Francis Marion University of S.C. in the fall of 2012. Chis is a senior a Cary Christian School. He plans to major in Business Administration. Chris is the son of Danny and Cindy Thomas of Holly Springs.
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Jack Tarr/Contributed Sophomore Will Forrestal dodges Middle Creek to put up six goals for the Hawks.
Hawks season heading into home stretch
Last week the Hawks gained two more wins, but lost a tough match to Athens Drive. Tuesday evening Middle Creek hosted the Hawks in their second match of the season. This conference game was a big win for the Hawks as they were confident with their 16-8 victory. Sophomore Will Forrestal was the sharpshooter of the evening (6 goals; 1 assist). Defenseman Evan Allen capitalized on an intercepted pass from the Mustang’s goalie with a nice shot on...
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Make-A-Wish® Eastern N.C. to grant wish to Rashawn King on April 26
Make-A-Wish Eastern North Carolina announced today that the wish of Rashawn King will be granted at Middle Creek High School on Thursday, April 26. King, who has Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, requested that Make-A-Wish feed lunch to the entire student body, faculty and staff to recognize the support that he has received from his high school since being diagnosed in June 2010. Roughly 1,900 people will be served in the school cafeteria during ...
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Golden Hawks Booster Club Golf Tournament set for June 18
The 6th Annual Holly Springs High School Golden Hawks Booster Club Golf Tournament benefiting the high schools’ student-athletes will be held Monday, June 18 at Devils Ridge Golf Club in Holly Springs. All five previous events have been sell-outs generating over $60,500 to support 23 sports programs. Todd Ferguson, Golden Hawks Club President, said, “We’ve had a tremendous turn out and community support every year and with the economy as it...
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Fred Bonner/Holly Springs Sun<br> Kayakers pass a boatload of bream anglers on Conaby Creek near Plymouth. This section of eastern North Carolina is one of the most beautiful areas of our state and local communities are taking advantage of these natural resources by promoting their use as a tourist attraction.
N.C. Paddle Trails Association paves the way for paddle sports
It’s been many years since I was introduced to the sport of kayaking. My first one was one of the earlier versions of the boat manufactured in Berea, Kentucky (think basketball) and was called a “Poke Boat.” Being a confirmed motor boater I was concerned about owning a watercraft of this sort because it looked too unstable and I couldn’t easily attach a motor to it and it looked like it could tip over at the drop of a hat. It took about two f...
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Contributed<br> The Lady Hawks pictured with the scoreboard in the background after defeating Fuquay.
Lady Hawks finish Fuquay in 5
The defending 4A Eastern Region Champs, the Holly Springs High School Golden Hawks softball team, has been playing well this year. Going on the road to Fuquay the Lady Hawks were 12-0. This much anticipated conference match up was a cold one as the temperatures fell through the evening but the Hawks’ bats were hot. Along with strong bats, the Hawks had a stellar pitching performance from senior Erica Nunn who threw a no-hitter striking out ni...
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Contributed<br> Jake Stone, a member of the Holly Springs High School men s golf team, signed last week to play at King s College. Pictured with Jake from right to left right are Jan Stone (Mom), Jack Stone (Dad), Jodi Stone (Sister) and Coach Sam Greene.
HSHS athletes to play at collegiate level
Contributed LEFT, Jake Stone, a member of the Holly Springs High School men’s golf team, signed last week to play at King’s College. Pictured with Jake from right to left right are Jan Stone (Mom), Jack Stone (Dad), Jodi Stone (Sister) and Coach Sam Greene. RIGHT, Cameron Martin, a member of the Holly Springs High School swim team, signed with James Madison University. She is the daughter of Bill and Lisa Martin. Contributed Cameron Mar...
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Registration open for CEDA Academy summer soccer camp
CEDA Academy is accepting registrations for their 2012 summer soccer camp program. The 2011 camp was a huge success due to your support and participation. CEDA Academy looks forward to having your child participate in an outstanding soccer experience. The CEDA Academy Program is designed to develop each player’s technical ability while helping increase confidence on and off the field. This is accomplished by CEDA’s four areas of development...
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