Western North Carolina’s Top Returning Running Backs for 2026
The region’s 2025 statistical leaders and on‑field observations reveal a deep pool of talent set to shape the 2026 campaign.
Jun 1, 2026
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VMI Women’s Soccer Announces 2026 Fall Schedule
Head Coach Jim Robbins reveals a demanding schedule that includes exhibition matches, a stretch of home games, and a shot at the Southern Conference title.
May 26, 2026
Big South Baseball Championship Semifinals Set for May 23 Amid Weather Adjustments
The 2026 Big South Baseball Championship semifinals will be played on May 23, with schedule tweaks driven by weather and field conditions. High Point meets USC Upstate in Asheville, while Winthrop faces Longwood in Boiling Springs, N.C., before an elimination showdown at HomeTrust Park.
May 23, 2026
Longwood Baseball Secures Postseason Berth, Set to Clash with USC Upstate in Big South Tournament
Longwood University’s baseball team finished the regular season with a 29‑25 record and will enter the Big South Tournament as the sixth seed, facing USC Upstate in Asheville, North Carolina.
May 17, 2026
Longwood Baseball Falls to Winthrop in Regular‑Season Finale, Eyes Tournament
Longwood University’s baseball squad saw its regular‑season campaign end with an 11‑5 loss to Winthrop, a result that leaves the Lancers with a 0‑1 record in their final tune‑up before the Big South Tournament.
May 17, 2026
Spartans Rally to Secure Sixth Straight Win, Set for Big South Championship
USC Upstate overcame a five‑run deficit with a clutch three‑run homer from Brady Small, honoring a ten‑member senior class before clinching a 10‑8 victory and gearing up for the Big South tournament.
May 17, 2026
Western North Carolina Baseball Teams Advance in State Playoffs
A look at the teams still alive in the NCHSAA and NCISAA playoffs, their recent results, and what lies ahead.
May 11, 2026