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Trey Williford, a freshman at UNC Wilmington, earned Second-Team Freshman All-America recognition from Baseball America after a dominant rookie season that included a 7-2 record, 3.34 ERA and a program-record 89 strikeouts.
The upcoming season opens on August 21 with a slate of marquee matchups, from historic county rivalries to conference openers, highlighting the excitement surrounding the NCHSAA's new classification structure.
UNCW begins selling 2026 soccer season tickets, offering combo bundles, youth pricing and free weekend entry for jersey‑clad children, with schedules and contact info available online.
Rowan County rallied from a 4‑1 deficit, powered by Luke Ponczka’s pitching and hitting, to defeat Wilmington Post 10 Red 13‑12 in the first game of a doubleheader.
Former Carolina Hurricanes player Bobby Sanguinetti believes the team's recent Stanley Cup victory can motivate youngsters in Wilmington to take up hockey and support the proposed arena project that could bring a minor league franchise to the area.
Freshman guard Alva Hägerström signs with UNCW women's basketball, bringing Swedish championship experience and a playmaking vision to the 2026‑27 roster.
The Eagles will open the season at home against Florida Gulf Coast University on August 20, host Liberty in September and conclude the regular season with a trio of home games before the Sun Belt Tournament begins in November.
The Seahawks will open the season on the road, host a home opener against Georgia Southern and play a slate that includes seven home matches at UNCW Soccer Stadium.
The university announced a 2026 schedule that includes two exhibition matches, 18 regular‑season games and a CAA championship run, highlighting key returning players such as Hailey Longwell and Ava Chuderewicz.
Brielle Archer's 32 goals and the Vikings' 19‑2‑1 record culminated in a state championship match appearance and a commitment to N.C. State.
A community watch party in Wilmington highlights how the Hurricanes’ playoff run is inspiring a new generation of youth hockey players across the Cape Fear region.
High school football fans in Wilmington, N.C., can get an early look at local teams at the New Hanover County Schools Football Jamboree on Aug. 14, with a media day on Aug. 10 offering interviews and a light lunch.
The Seahawks are set to benefit from the addition of assistant coach Jama Sharp, whose offensive expertise and deep rapport with Woods promise a fresh dynamic for the upcoming season.
From Seton Hall stardom to coaching stints at ECU, UNCW and Virginia Tech, Brittany Morris returns to North Carolina to help shape the future of the Wolfpack women's program.
The Tigers will play in the 2026 Live Oak Bank Holiday Classic from Nov. 25‑28 at Trask Coliseum, facing familiar foes and a new opponent for the first time.
The 12th annual Evans Cup Outreach Invitational will be held on June 6 in Wilmington, North Carolina, offering a free youth soccer tournament that honors Evan and provides shoes, food, hydration and gear for all participants.
Indie rock favorites Snail Mail and Soccer Mommy will share the stage on a fall 2026 tour spanning the East Coast, Midwest and southern states, featuring opening acts Brennan Wedl and Scarlet Rae at several shows.
Will Seward, a senior star from Hoggard High School, signed with the University of North Carolina Wilmington on May 27, following a surprise scholarship offer and the earlier commitment of fellow local talent Kellum Brown.
University of North Carolina Wilmington coach Nicole Woods nearly drowned while rescuing her nephew from a rip current at Wrightsville Beach. After weeks of intensive care, she emerged without cognitive damage and is now using her story to warn beachgoers.
University of North Carolina Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods nearly drowned while rescuing her nephew from a rip current. Her survival, aided by swift emergency response, has become a rallying call for water safety.
University of North Carolina Wilmington women's basketball coach Nicole Woods nearly drowned while saving her nephew from a rip current, yet emerged unscathed and is now using her experience to warn others.
After a family outing turned into a life‑threatening emergency, Coach Nicole Woods was pulled under the surf, lost her pulse, and required five minutes of CPR before regaining consciousness. She now speaks out about the hidden danger of rip currents.
A routine family outing turned into a life‑threatening encounter with a rip current, leading to a dramatic rescue and a renewed call for ocean safety awareness.
After being pulled under for several minutes, Coach Nicole Woods emerged without cognitive impairment and is now using her story to raise awareness about rip current safety.