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High school basketball is happening today in Henderson County, North Carolina, and info on these matchups is available below, if you're searching for how to watch them. Follow high school basketball this season on the NFHS Network! Keep tabs on your family or alma mater and tune in!. Henderson County,...

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 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...

– 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.

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.

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...

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...

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)

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.

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...

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.

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...

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.

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. ...

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.'

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 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...

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...

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.

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...