Top 15 Defensive Linemen of Western North Carolina Prepare for 2026 Season
The Citizen Times has ranked the leading defensive linemen from across Western North Carolina, inviting readers to help crown the region’s next standout.
Jul 6, 2026
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Cherokee High School
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Kent Briggs, Beloved Coach and Community Pillar, Passes Away at 68
Kent Briggs, former Western Carolina University football coach, died after a long battle with cancer. His funeral will be held on June 27 at Biltmore Church in Asheville, and he is survived by his wife, daughter, son‑in‑law and grandson.
Jun 23, 2026
Remembering Kent Briggs: A Titan of Catamount Football
Western Carolina mourns the loss of Kent Briggs, a former quarterback, assistant coach, and head coach whose 15‑year tenure shaped the Catamount program, celebrated for his resilience, strategic brilliance, and lasting impact on players and the community.
Jun 20, 2026
Samantha Thomsit Appointed Head Coach of Gardner‑Webb Women’s Soccer
Gardner‑Webb University announced the hiring of Samantha Thomsit, a coach with a track record of revitalizing programs at Spring Hill College and the University of South Alabama, as the new leader of its women’s soccer team.
May 28, 2026