SPORTS
Celebrating Success and Fostering Growth: The Dual Impact of High School Football in Western North Carolina
The conclusion of the Western North Carolina high school football season brought not only thrilling matches but also a celebration of community and student achievement. Robbinsville High School made an admirable run, reaching the NCHSAA 1A regional final, while Asheville School continued their winning streak by claiming their second consecutive NCISAA Division II state championship. The season's power rankings reflected the dedication and talent present in the area, with Robbinsville and West Henderson leading the pack, thanks to standout players like Cuttler Adams, Carson Dimsdale, and Truitt Manuel.
Vote for the Citizen Times and Times-News Week 3 boys athlete of the week
Vote for the Citizen Times and Times-News boys athlete of the week. Fans may vote one time per hour. The poll is set to end Thursday at noon. Note: If the poll does not appear, click here. Tre Crite, Brevard: Crite scored 35 points and grabbed eight boards in Brevard's...
Helenbrook’s Record Night Not Enough as Lions Lose to Brevard 86-83
– It was a record-breaking night for Joe Helenbrook, but the Lions were not able to keep pace with Brevard in an 86-83 loss on Sunday. Helenbrook grabbed 23 rebounds which set a new program record, surpassing the previous mark of 19. Helenbrook has now tallied 57 rebounds in the last three games combined.
Letter: A cyclist’s take on Asheville’s bike lanes
I’m an avid cyclist and a North Asheville resident. I would be in “full support” of reconfiguring Merrimon Avenue from Luella’s Bar-B-Que north. The bike lanes are not only “not used” but take up too much width. A narrower scale might’ve made more sense to accommodate everyone.
Sports commission reshapes with new members, aims to attract more high-profile events to Asheville
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The group that brings high-profile sports events to Asheville has entered a new chapter. The Asheville Buncombe Regional Sports Commission has two new members to help bring in more events like the Billie Jean King Cup and Asheville Championship. Two months ago, commission members rejected...
Davis Ranch Congratulates Winners of 2023 Championship Horse Show Series
The Etowah Riding Club and Davis Ranch LLC congratulate the 2023 Grand Champion Youth Award winner Alana Jordan and the Grand Champion Adult Winner Shelby Stewart. These riders, along with their horses, worked hard all year long and deserve recognition. Stewart, 20 years old, has been riding since she was...
High School Round Up: November 30, 2023
Franklin — (WLOS) Carolina Day 50, Blue Ridge Early College 24 (F) Cherokee 82, Franklin 51 (F) North Buncombe 54, Mitchell 32 (F) Christ School 63, Spartanburg Day 15 (F) Franklin 77, Cherokee 67 (F) Mitchell 86, North Buncombe 79 (F) BOYS WRESTLING. East Rutherford 50, Hendersonville 30 (F)
UNC-Ash. Bulldogs vs. Johnson U Royals: How to watch live stream, TV channel, NCAA Basketball start time
Fubo (Try for free) For a limited time, new subscribers can save $20 on Fubo’s Pro, Elite, and Premier plans. The UNC-Ash. Bulldogs will host the Johnson U Royals to start their respective NCAA Basketball runs. Tip off is scheduled at 6:30 p.m. ET on December 1st at Kimmel Arena.
Tickets on Sale for 2024 Baseball Night
Save the date for Baseball Night as we return to Highland Brewing on January 19, 2024. Baseball Night is presented by Maxwell Financial Management with support from Twisted Laurel Restaurant Group and Highland Brewing Company. "We are fired up to kick off the 2024 season with our annual Baseball Night...
Blues Repeat as State Champs; Falcons Bow Out
Hickory – Asheville School repeated as champion among N.C. Independent Schools Athletic Association Division II private schools. The Blues (8-3) defeated Fayetteville Trinity Christian (10-2) by 42-29 on Nov. 17. A see-saw first half ended at 21-all. The Blues struck for two touchdowns in the third quarter, to pull away.
GAME PREVIEW: Men’s basketball travels to Kennesaw for first game of home-and-home series
UNC Asheville (5-3) vs. Kennesaw State (5-3) Kennesaw, Ga.; KSU Convocation Center. The Bulldogs picked up their fifth win of the season on Friday, Dec. 1, as they hosted Johnson University (Tenn.), defeating the Royals 97-51. Fletcher Abee and Drew Pember led Asheville's offense with 15 points each. Several Bulldogs...
Coaches confidential: What is your favorite WNC football stadium at which to play besides your own?
No matter what football stadium a team, families or fans visit in Western North Carolina, there is usually a beautiful mountain view in the background. But there are still a few venues that coaches favor more than others — even if they have to look past rivalries in order to appreciate them.
WNC Week 3 winter sports top performers, led by Franklin's Cali Queen's 28 points
Here are the WNC athletes who have had big performances this week in winter sports. This list is compiled from information provided to the Citizen Times (sports@citizentimes.com) or posted on MaxPreps or social media. It will be updated throughout the week. Please encourage coaches to email submissions to sports@citizentimes.com. ...
Best WNC football player area coaches ever faced
There have been plenty of spectacular high school football players that have come through Western North Carolina. But only one of them can be the best. The Citizen Times and Times-News asked fall sports coaches who are the best football players they've ever coached against. It's the first part of our series where we grant local coaches anonymity that we're calling, 'Coaches Confidential.'
Bulldogs defeat Royals 97-51
Asheville — (WLOS) Five Bulldogs found their way into the double-digit scoring column to help the UNC Asheville men’s basketball team to a 97-51 victory over Johnson University (Tenn.) Friday evening in Kimmel Arena. Asheville was led by Fletcher Abee and Drew Pember, who scored 15 points each....
Brevard volleyball's Cori Bryson resigns after program's first state championship
Brevard volleyball coach Cori Bryson resigned Monday, the school announced. Bryson's resignation comes after she led the Blue Devils to their first NCHSAA 2A state championship in program history this season. Bryson had coached volleyball at Brevard in some capacity since 2011. She started as the junior varsity coach in 2011 and...
20 WNC high school boys basketball players to watch during the 2023-2024 season
The 2023-24 high school boys basketball season is underway. Christ School is attempting to defend last season's NCISAA Division I state championship. Several players, like the Greenies' Keenan Wilkins and Hendersonville's Malachi Simpson, return for another season after being named All-WNC first-team last year. Here are 20 players to watch...
Panthers Triumph Over Saluda in Season Opener, 48-40
The Panthers took to the court in their season opener on the road in Saluda and got the victory. The Panthers were led by sophomore Ta’Maj Gilliam with 18 points, followed by sophomore Amadr’e Wooden with 9 points and junior Jamerius Clark with 8 points. The Panthers are back in action friday night in their home opener against Ridge Spring-Monetta!Visit here for more details.
Here's the 2023 NCISAA All-State football team
Not too long after completing its state championship contests, the North Carolina Independent Schools Athletic Association released its All-State Football Teams for the 2023 season. The association releases a team for each of its divisions: 11-man Division I, 11-man Division II, and the 8-man division. Providence Day won the Division...