
Rowan County Legion Team Keeps Winning Streak Alive Ahead of Playoff Showdown
The Rowan County American Legion baseball squad extended its winning streak to 21 games, staying unbeaten at 23-0 as they prepare for pivotal playoff matchups.
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The Rowan County American Legion baseball squad extended its winning streak to 21 games, staying unbeaten at 23-0 as they prepare for pivotal playoff matchups.

From Shannon Handy's dominant one‑hitters to the dramatic seven‑inning showdown in baseball, Davie's 2001 season remains a touchstone for the community's sporting heritage.

A dominant pitching performance and a potent offense propel Rowan County American Legion to a 13‑2 win, extending their streak and setting up a road trip to Mocksville.

After stints abroad and in the corporate world, Donna Carr is back in the South, taking the helm of Georgia Southern’s women’s basketball program and guiding the next generation of talent.

Luke Ponczka, a recent West Rowan graduate, announced his commitment to Guilford Tech, where he will play under former player TJ Wharton. His senior season featured a program‑record 50 RBIs, all‑region honors and a .444 batting average in summer league play.

Rowan County’s American Legion team extended its winning streak to eight with a 9-6 victory over Mooresville, highlighted by strong pitching and timely hitting.

Hayden Simmerson, a Clemson reliever, entered the transfer portal on June 2 and hopes to be drafted by MLB in July.

The University of South Carolina announced the hiring of Nat Hubert, a coach whose stints at Lindenwood and Catawba produced historic breakthroughs and a strong track record of player development.
Rowan County’s American Legion baseball squad defeated Kannapolis 10-1 on Sunday night, highlighted by Kendal Sifford’s five‑shutout‑inning performance and Cole Blevins’ key two‑run single.

Rowan County secured a 9-4 win over Kannapolis on Saturday, highlighted by strong relief pitching from Brant Graham and a decisive two-run double by Cam Williamson.

Despite a historic 49‑win campaign that featured conference and regional titles, the Catawba Indians fell 17‑2 to Tampa in the Division II World Series, ending their run with a bronze medal.

The West Chester baseball team erased a three‑run deficit in the eighth inning, powered by clutch hits from Patrick Gozdan and Harry Middlebrooks, to secure a 6‑5 win over UT Tyler and advance to the Division II championship final.

Catawba College point guard Bailee Goodlett suffered a severe knee injury during a game against Lincoln Memorial, tearing her ACL, meniscus and bruising her MCL. Despite the setback, she has been granted a medical redshirt and is focused on a full recovery.

Catawba College rallied from early deficits to defeat Point Loma Nazarene University 10‑9, with Hunter Atkins delivering a 5‑for‑5 performance and Joe Burleyson pitching 95 pitches. The win puts Catawba against the University of Tampa in the next round.
Ailshie's .600 average, 1.53 ERA and All‑North Carolina selection underscore a season that also saw West Rowan dominate the 5A All‑State list and A.L. Brown's Mason Teal earn 7A honors.

A dramatic fifth‑inning rally and a ninth‑inning walk‑off propelled Catawba to a 10‑9 victory over Point Loma Nazarene University in the Division II Baseball Championship in Cary, North Carolina.

Graduate transfer Preston Brown, a Harlon Hill nominee and scholar‑athlete, is set to bolster Prairie View A&M’s quest for a SWAC title in 2026, bringing a blend of on‑field production and classroom distinction

Georgia Southern's newly appointed head coach Heather Macy has assembled a five‑person staff that blends veteran collegiate expertise with fresh perspectives, setting the stage for a competitive future.

The University of North Georgia's baseball team, led by head coach Nolan Belcher, earned a No. 4 seed in the Southeast Regional and will open play against Francis Marion on May 14 in Tigerville, South Carolina.